EVENTS
Surrey’s Premier Lifestyle Magazine
Whats on in Surrey this June
Linda Seward’s detailed diary of the best of what’s on in theatre, music, exhibitions, arts, sports and countryside over the coming weeks.
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Guildford Fringe Festival 2016Friday 1 to Sunday 31 July
The Guildford Fringe Festival, now in its fourth year, arrives this summer with new venues, acts and events to include all genres of the arts including theatre, music, comedy, dance, exhibitions, talks, film, cabaret,
children’s workshops and shows and poetry nights. Nick Wyschna, director of the Fringe Festival, explained: “We were keen this year to host more family-friendly events so we are over the moon to announce a superb
line-up, including our Mamma Mia and We Will Rock You workshops (Guildford Institute), Mystery at Frankenstein Castle (The Keep Pub), The Adventures of the Gingerbread Man (G Live) and face painting and storytime (Guildford Fringe Box Office at White Lion Walk Shopping Centre).” Remember, these are in addition to the quirky, Fringe evening events which continue and include comedy, cabaret and theatre. The image opposite is from local photographer Sue Roche who will exhibit her work in the Fringe Box Office. Visit the website for more detail.
Information: 0333 666 3366 or GuildfordFringeFestival.com
Bethany Clarke/RHS Copyright: Royal Horticultural Society Media Image Collection. Credit: RHS
Tuesday 5 to Sunday 10 July
The world’s biggest annual flower show returns to flank both sides of the Long Water at Hampton Court Palace. Enjoy show gardens: conceptual and water, and gardens to take advantage of the summertime with colourful designs, such as The Lavender Garden. In addition, a Butterfly Dome, Rose Marquee, Floral Marquee and plant pavilions will all be on display, alongside a variety of talks, demonstrations and exhibits. The 300th anniversary of the birth of landscape designer Capability Brown will be commemorated and the Show features a Family Saturday where a fun family trail, storytelling and children’s cookery will be available. This year the Preview Evening takes place on Monday 4 July, 5–10.30pm, featuring live music and a fireworks finale. Our image (left) shows Alice Dunn, a blogger, admiring roses at the 2015 Show.
Information: 020 3176 5850 or rhs.org.uk/hamptoncourt
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RHS Hampton Court Flower Show Hampton Court Palace, East MoleseyTuesday 5 to Sunday 10 July
The world’s biggest annual flower show returns to flank both sides of the Long Water at Hampton Court Palace. Enjoy show gardens: conceptual and water, and gardens to take advantage of the summertime with colourful designs, such as The Lavender Garden. In addition, a Butterfly Dome, Rose Marquee, Floral Marquee and plant pavilions will all be on display, alongside a variety of talks, demonstrations and exhibits. The 300th anniversary of the birth of landscape designer Capability Brown will be commemorated and the Show features a Family Saturday where a fun family trail, storytelling and children’s cookery will be available. This year the Preview Evening takes place on Monday 4 July, 5–10.30pm, featuring live music and a fireworks finale. Our image (left) shows Alice Dunn, a blogger, admiring roses at the 2015 Show.
Information: 020 3176 5850 or rhs.org.uk/hamptoncourt
