Former Student Denies University of Surrey Crossbow Attack

• By Charlie Whiting A former University of Surrey student has pleaded not guilty to the attempted murder of a staff member with a crossbow.
• Almunthir Daqamah, 21, is accused of trying to kill safety officer Robert Tytler at the Manor Park Student Village in Guildford in June.

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Surrey Comet · Local news · yesterday Plaque marks the empty former home of only British prime minister to be assassinated • Spencer Perceval remains the only British prime minister to have been assassinated and a plaque on an empty house in Lincoln's Inn Fields marks his old home.

SurreyLive — Surrey News · Local news · today Gardeners urged to prune six plants in September for better flowers next year • September is a busy month in the garden, and there are several plants that need pruning now to ensure they are ready for the colder months ahead and blooming next year

SurreyLive — Surrey News · Local news · yesterday Magpies will stop bullying birds out of gardens if you hang one item outside • Magpies will often chase smaller garden birds away from a bird feeder, but there is an easy way to stop them from being territorial using an item most people have at home.

Surrey Comet · Local news · 2 days ago Man charged after fire breaks out at asylum hotel in Surrey • A man has been charged with arson after a fire at an asylum hotel in Surrey.

Guildford Dragon · Local news · yesterday Pre-season Home Return Match Ends in Another Easy Win • In a re-run of 24 hours earlier a barrage of early goals set Flames to a lead that would not be overcome on the way to a 9-1 home win. • Just 55 seconds after face-off Tyler Busch sent Flames in front.

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.

14 Sep · TBCGLAM FRESHERS 2026!! Surrey's Wildest Freshers Night!

3 Sep · All Bar One Guildford40s&50s Singles Night @ All Bar One Guildford|Love at First Sign

3 Sep · St Mary's Church Guildford with Guildford Methodist ChurchAn Evening with Bella Mackie at St. Mary's Church, Guildford

6 Sep · Guildford, Surrey, UKAwakening Gong Bath with 10 Gongs & 42@ Shamanic Drum- double session

5 Sep · Thirty3HzConcrete Day & Night - Joey London Style @ Thirty3Hz

11 Sep · Hogs Back Brewery LtdElles Bailey in Guildford

5 Sep · Rosamund Community GardenNature Time with Jane at Guildford Community Garden, GU4 8PP

11 Sep · Thirty3HzGoldie

4 Sep · Thirty3HzGray

4 Sep · G Live, GuildfordGuildford | BBC Radio 2 Dance Sounds of the 90s: The Live Tour with Vernon Kay

13 Sep · Guildford High StreetGuildford Antiques & Vintage Street Market

11 Sep · GuildfordGuildford Heritage Open Days 2026

12 Sep · Guildford CathedralGuildford's Craft & Flea Market

8 Sep · G Live GuildfordJimmy Carr Guildford Tickets

8 Sep · G Live GuildfordJimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

12 Sep · G Live, GuildfordLaura Lexx: Yo-Yo Guildford

12 Sep · Surrey Sports ParkNational Brick Events - Guildford

9 Sep · Guildford Cathedral, GuildfordRecomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons

6 Sep · Shere Hill ClimbShere Hill Climb 2026: the Quiet Riot Racing Team "Power Up" Shere Hill

3 Sep · BoileroomThe Felice Brothers in Guildford

11 Sep at 10:301 Curiosity Discovery Play Experience PLUS Coffee & Pastry (10-24months)

11 SepThe Deluded @ Rogues Wine Bar - Three decades of hits. One seriously good night.

12 SepThe Shere 42k 2026

12 Sep · West End, Windlesham & District Agricultural & Horticultural Society2026 Barn Dance

5 Sep · Knaphill Scout Hall3rd Michael Bailey Memorial Concert on Sat 5th September @ Knaphill Scout Hall

2 Sep · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsA Taste of Greece

3 Sep · Woking LibraryAn Evening with Matt Baker

5 Sep · Millbrook Animal Centre (RSPCA), ChobhamCar boot

4 Sep · The Inn at Maybury, Old WokingGoldsworth Gerry at The Inn at Maybury, Old Woking

12 Sep at 15:30 · St Mary the Virgin Church, HorsellHeritage Weekend, Climbing the St Mary's Horsell Tower - 12th September

2 Sep · Woking TheatreJack Whitehall: Work In Progress

13 Sep · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsJazz in the West End

12 Sep · Woking TheatreJohn Cleese and The Holy Grail

6 Sep · Woking, Surrey, UKLadies & Kids Dance - Indian Cinematic Dance

10 Sep · Knaphill Scout HallNCT Woking Sling & Nappy Library

12 Sep · The London Stone WokingOld Skool Bingo Sat 12th Sep Woking

8 Sep · Cellar Magnifique: Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsPaint & Sip in Woking at Cellar Magnifique

9 Sep · The Seven Stars RipleyPainting party at The Seven Stars in Ripley

1 Sep at 10:15 · GU21 4SS Woking, United KingdomPILATES MONDAYS 10:15-11:15am - WEEKLY - FREE PARKING

12–13 Sep · Edwins Garden CentrePooch Weekend Love From Betty & Edwin’s Garden Centre Woking

6 Sep · GU21 4AA Woking, United KingdomStudio Sundays

6 Sep · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsSunday Board Games

6 Sep at 14:00 · Woking TheatreThe Archers: Live at 75 in Woking

12 Sep · Knaphill Working Mens ClubThe Funky Funks Live @ Knaphill WMC

12 Sep · O'Neill’s WokingVynyl Ryvyvl live with Nicola @ O'Neill's, Woking

12 Sep · West End, Windlesham & District Agricultural & Horticultural SocietyWest End, Windlesham & District Ag & Hort Show 2026

1 & 5 Sep · Wisley RHS gardensWHA Outing: Late Summer at RHS Wisley Flower Show

5 Sep2026 SLG Bisley 1500 Open

3 Sep at 09:30Audio Described Tour: Philip Colbert

4 Sep at 09:30Drawing for Adults

8 SepLittle Notes: 14mos-2.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 8 Sep 2026

8 SepLittle Notes: 2.5-4.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 8 Sep 2026

8 SepLittle Notes: 5-14mos Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 8 Sep 2026

9 SepNoonans Mayfair Valuation Days Guildford Valuation Days 2026 Wed 9 Sep 2026 - Wed 28 Oct 2026

1–2 SepJanine Partington: Small Works

1 Sep at 10:00NAFAS Floral Art Show

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Did you know? · Surrey

On 28-29 June 1907, just days after opening, Brooklands hosted the world's first 24-hour motor event, with Selwyn Edge driving Napier cars around the Surrey banking.

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