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SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday The 'scenic' Surrey high-street named as prettiest in the UK • The market town was given the accolade because of its “outstanding floral displays, community involvement and commitment to creating an attractive, welcoming environment for residents and visitors.”

SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday Village which reminds people of Swiss Alps named prettiest in Surrey and is ‘well worth the drive’ • It is a village which most people probably haven’t heard of, but its got quite the story to tell

Farnham Herald — News · Local news · today Frimley woman conquers Kilimanjaro after double hip replacement • A Surrey veterinary nurse has conquered Mount Kilimanjaro seven years after having both hips replaced, raising more than £8,000 for charity.

Surrey Comet · Local news · 2 days ago Colourful crochet post box topper celebrates Esher’s royal heritage • Esher High Street’s new crochet post box topper, created by Claremont Fan Court School’s community, celebrates royal heritage and local spirit.

Surrey Comet · Local news · 2 days ago M25 traffic STOPPED after three-van crash causes miles of queues • Long delays are building on the M25 clockwise due to a broken-down lorry and recovery work.

BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday Burns charity founder nominated for national award • Polly Brooks, from Guildford, is a nominated for her work helping people with burns injuries.

BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday Cat rescue fights to stay afloat as donations fall • The charity says rising veterinary costs and food bills have drained a big portion of its funds.

Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · 2 days ago Free Local Activity Club Heralds New Epsom & Banstead Home Care Service • Three friends are launching a free local activity club in November, followed by the launch of a new home care service in Epsom and Banstead. • Emmanuel Perez, his wife Lelane,

What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 56 priority public listings from 56 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

7 Nov · G Live'I'm not hungry' Eating disorders Workshop at Winter Wellfest Guildford

7 Nov · G Live‍ Align Your Spine with Lucy Wood at Winter WellFest Guildford ‍

11 Nov · Rik Medlik Building (University of Surrey)Adams-Sweeting Lecture by Sir Dermot Turing

14 Nov · Guildford CathedralAn Evening of Kate Bush at Guildford Cathedral

1 Nov · Merrow Village HallAwakening Gong Bath with 10 Gongs & 42" Drum ~ Double Session

7 Nov · G LiveConsistent Nutrition for Random Lives at Winter Wellfest Guildford

13 Nov · Thirty3HzCrossy

8 Nov · G Live, GuildfordDoctor Richard Shepherd: Time of Death – More Unnatural Causes

14 Nov · All Saints' Church GuildfordFestive Sound Bath Retreat

7 Nov · G LiveGuildford Choral Autumn Concert - "Magnificat" - Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Rutter

14 Nov · Thirty3HzHouse Emporium Presents: MALPS

7 Nov · Holroyd ArmsJerry Lee Lewis vs ELVIS

14 Nov · The Guildford InstituteLGBT+ Workshop (ages 18-30) Acrylic Painting - LGBTQ+ Workshop

14 Nov · Merrist Wood CollegeMerrist Wood College November Open Event

1 Nov · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomOpera Boys - starring Paul Potts Sun 1 Nov 2026 The Opera Boys' final tour

8 Nov · Yvonne Arnaud TheatreSo You Want to Play Detective: Guildford

13 Nov · Guildford CathedralStabat Mater by Pergolesi in Guildford

4 Nov · Surrey Technology CentreSurrey Research Park Soapbox Derby

6 Nov · Christ Church GuildfordUltimate Chill: The Piano Music of Ludovico Einaudi

7 Nov · G LiveYoga and Journaling at Winter Wellfest Guildford

1 Nov · The Bisley YurtAngel circles with Chantelle

6 Nov · Horsell Lodge Care HomeFish & Chip Friday

8 Nov · pyrford village war memorial hall, Coldharbour Road, Pyrford, Woking, GU22 8SPNV Dance Sunday Freestyle

10 Nov · Cellar Magnifique: Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsPaint & Sip in Woking at Cellar Magnifique

4 Nov · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsPassione di Valpolicella- Bussola Tomaso

7–8 Nov · Edwins Garden CentrePooch Weekend Love From Betty & Edwin’s Garden Centre Woking

12 Nov · DoubleTree by Hilton WokingPower Up with Renewables - Woking

10 Nov · The Cricketers, HorsellPub Quiz Night - The Cricketers, Horsell

8 Nov · Woking TheatreRomesh Ranganathan Will Change Your Life

8 Nov · New Victoria TheatreRomesh Ranganathan Woking Tickets

12 Nov · The Bisley YurtSettle into Stillness, Soundbath & Meditation

2 Nov · Bisley Shooting GroundSimulated Game Day at Bisley - Monday 2nd November

14 Nov · WaterstonesSlow Burn Book Club - November 2026 - Woking

1 Nov · GU21 4AA Woking, United KingdomStudio Sundays

8 Nov · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsSwing Into Festive Cheer

14 Nov · O'Neill’s WokingThe Lord John Band at O'Neill's, Woking

7 Nov · Woking Park, WokingWoking Fireworks Extravaganza

6 Nov · Hilton WokingWoking Means Business 2026

7 NovOld Skool Bingo Sat 7th Nov Woking

14 Nov at 10:15Printmaking Christmas Cards with Jo Boddy

10 NovAnthem For Dissatisfaction Tue 10 Nov 2026 A defiant 'rip-roaring tour de force'.

3 NovLittle Notes: 14mos-2.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 3 Nov 2026

3 NovLittle Notes: 2.5-4.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 3 Nov 2026

3 NovLittle Notes: 5-14mos Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 3 Nov 2026

12 NovMembership Madness Thu 12 Nov 2026 - Sat 14 Nov 2026 Find out more about becoming a Friend or Vanbrugh Supporter

3 NovRARE Productions Frozen Jr Auditions Tue 3 Nov 2026 - Sat 7 Nov 2026 Open auditions so there is no need to book in

8 NovSo You Want To Play Detective? Sun 8 Nov 2026 A live interactive show where the entire audience becomes the detective

10 NovThe Disappearing Man By Kenny Emson Tue 10 Nov 2026 - Sat 14 Nov 2026

3 NovTilted Wig in association with Watford Palace Theatre presents The Picture of Dorian Gray By Oscar Wilde Tue 3 Nov 2026 - Sat 7 Nov 2026

4 NovYouth Theatre: Autumn Term (13-16yrs) Wed 4 Nov 2026 Youth Theatre for young people aged 13 to 16 years old.

1 NovOff Road Day Sun 01 Nov >

1 NovBaby hedgehogs could struggle to survive this autumn without one thing from gardeners

1 NovGardeners urged to put common kitchen scrap in gardens this November

3 NovHayley Emma Studio: Contemporary Handwoven Textiles

1 NovRSPB Autumn Bird Walk at Wisley

1 NovWisley: Then and Now

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Did you know? · Surrey

Guildford became the county town of Surrey under Henry III, and the remains of what is believed to be one of western Europe's oldest synagogues lie beneath its High Street.

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