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SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday ‘Important step’ for Surrey’s ‘failed’ regeneration project as council agrees a number of new measures • Newly approved measures could lead to progress on the project, now labelled as a 'failure' by some

Guildford Dragon · Local news · yesterday Villagers Hear That the ‘Grey Belt’ Policy Should Be Suspended Until Reviewed • By Martin Giles The Government’s “grey belt” policy is leaving Guildford Borough more vulnerable to speculative development proposals than ever before, East Horsley villagers heard at a meeting arranged by Rural Roar campaigner Paula Moss on Friday evening (October 9). • The meeting began with a presentation from Cllr Moss (a parish councillor at Effingham).

Guildford Dragon · Local news · yesterday Dragon Review: 125 Years of Jazz Piano – G Live • By Ben Darnton The James Pearson trio, house band at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London, highly acclaimed for their poise, balance, and swing, took the audience at G Live through 125 years of jazz piano history on Monday evening (October 12).

Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · yesterday Surrey shows true grit • Surrey’s gritter drivers are now available 24/7 to help keep residents moving during the colder months. • 38 state-of-the-art gritting vehicles typically travel over 1,775 miles of the county’s busiest routes

SurreyLive — Surrey News · Local news · yesterday Surrey risks being 'left behind' if it doesn't get an elected mayor, council leader warns • He also warned of huge financial challenges facing the incoming East and West Surrey councils

What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 67 priority public listings from 67 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

27 Oct · All Bar One Guildford20s&30s Singles Night @ All Bar One Guildford|Love at First Sign

15 & 22 Oct · All Bar One Guildford40s 50s Singles Night at All Bar One Guildford | Love at First Sign

17 Oct · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomAn Evening with Sir Derek Jacobi and Richard Clifford Sat 17 Oct 2026 A towering figure of stage and screen.

15 Oct · Cranleigh Arts, EngBaga Chipz - Bagz to Riches

16 Oct · Holroyd ArmsCountry And Western Events

18 Oct · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomDaniel Foxx: How Lovely Sun 18 Oct 2026 Daniel was determined to handle his Big Breakup with the grace of Julia

17 Oct · Holy Trinity ChurchEinaudi Tribute Concert - Guildford

23 Oct · Holroyd ArmsEX TC support from LEAVE IT TO JOHNNY

23 Oct · The Holroyd Arms / Suburbs VenueEX TC THIS IS POP TOUR with LEAVE IT TO JOHNNY

14 Oct · Holiday InnFirst Aid at Work (FAW) Course - Guildford

16 Oct at 19:30 · Guildford CathedralGuildford Cathedral presents Walk Like A Man

15 Oct · The BOILEROOMGuildford The Boileroom - Songs From The Deep Forest 20th Anniversary show

24 Oct at 07:00 · Holroyd ArmsGUITAR GANGSTERS/DAMAGEUK/PUBIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT/JOE BITTER

23 Oct · Thirty3HzHalogenix

16 Oct · Thirty3HzMacky Gee: Guildford

16 Oct · G Live, GuildfordMichael Akadiri: Don't Call Me Uncle! - GUILDFORD

26 Oct · WaterstonesMidnight release of ACOTAR 6: An Evening at the Night Court - Guildford

17 Oct · Labyrinth GuildfordMotown Day Party: Guildford

24 Oct · Guildford Cathedral, GuildfordMusic of Twilight Saga by Mystery Ensemble

27 Oct · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomRainer Hersch: All Classical Music Explained - Live!

24 Oct · Thirty3HzRed Cup Collective: RYAN NICHOLLS @ THIRTY3HZ

17 Oct · Rosa's Thai GuildfordRosa's Thai Guildford Halloween Monster Roll

19 Oct · G LiveThe Beat in Guildford

14 Oct · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomThe Phantoms starring Lee Mead Wed 14 Oct 2026 A spellbinding night of music celebrating the most beloved musicals of all time.

19 Oct · G LiveThe Selecter in Guildford

14 Oct · G Live, GuildfordThe Story of Guitar Heroes - G Live, Guildford

26 Oct · WaterstonesThe World of Oliver Jeffers Book Signing Tour - Guildford

15 Oct · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomWithout

16 Oct at 19:30MEGSON live in GUILDFORD

18 Oct at 10:00Southern Counties Heavy Horse Association Annual Ploughing Match

15 Oct · Welcome ChurchAn Evening with Rob Parsons - Woking

20 Oct · Bush Hall, Shepherds BushANDY CROFTS LIVE AT BUSH HALL 20/10/26

25 Oct · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsChanson and Champagne Soiree

27 Oct · Woking LibraryCreating Nightmares: An Author talk with Don Campbell

22 Oct · Christ Church WokingEncouraging and equipping your church to share faith

24 Oct · Woking, Surrey, UKFree parent support group

24 Oct · School Cl, GU24 9EG Woking, United KingdomGuildford Shakespeare Company's Romeo and Juliet

24 Oct · Knaphill Working Mens ClubKey Of JAY | Knaphill

15 Oct · Knaphill Scout HallNCT Woking Baby Cafe

15 Oct · Knaphill Scout HallNCT Woking Bumps & Babies

17 Oct · Knaphill Scout Group HQNCT Woking In Person Baby and Child First Aid Course

14 Oct · The Seven Stars RipleyPainting party at The Seven Stars in Ripley

23 Oct · 32 Goldsworth Road, Woking, GU21 6JT Woking, United KingdomPride & Prejudice: The Hoedown Edition - Fiery Bird, Woking

20 & 24 Oct · Woking TheatreSIX Live at New Victoria Theatre Woking

18 Oct · GU21 4AA Woking, United KingdomStudio Sundays

18 Oct · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsSunday Roast with a South Asian Twist

24 Oct · Lightbox GalleryThe Art Escape (Halloween art&carft family fun) £8 pp

16 Oct · Grove Road, GU21 5JB Woking, United KingdomTJ Higgs

25 Oct · Woking, Surrey, UKWoking Halloween Disco

16 Oct · Hobbycraft WokingWOKING Hobbycraft - Cricut™ Maker™ 5 Tour

24 Oct at 09:00Indoor Car Boot Table Top Sale

17 Oct at 15:00Split the Slot Workshop with Dee

21 OctThe Bisley Open Day - Clay shooting for adults & juniors on Wednesday 21st October

23 Oct at 09:30Drawing for Adults

17 Oct at 09:15Full Day Printmaking with Jo Boddy

24 Oct at 01:00Families The Art Escape Halloween Crafts (3yrs+)

20 OctLittle Notes: 14mos-2.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 20 Oct 2026

20 OctLittle Notes: 2.5-4.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 20 Oct 2026

20 OctLittle Notes: 5-14mos Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 20 Oct 2026

15 OctScummy Mummies: Hot Mess Thu 15 Oct 2026 Helen and Ellie are back with a brand-new comedy show.

17 OctSir Derek Jacobi: Meet & Greet Sat 17 Oct 2026 Join us for an exclusive opportunity to meet the legendary Sir Derek Jacobi.

20 OctTheatre Royal Windsor presents The Anastasia File Starring Jenny Seagrove Tue 20 Oct 2026 - Sat 24 Oct 2026

15 OctWithout Thu 15 Oct 2026 One man's life from the Windrush era through to the modern day.

14 OctYouth Theatre: Autumn Term (13-16yrs) Wed 14 Oct 2026 Youth Theatre for young people aged 13 to 16 years old.

18 OctLondon Bus Museum Transportfest Sun 18 Oct >

14 OctSummer Craft Collection 2026: Handmade Ceramics, Glass, Jewellery, Textiles and Wood

14 OctWisley: Then and Now

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Did you know? · Surrey

On 15 September 1942, society hostess Margaret Greville died and left Polesden Lacey near Dorking to the National Trust 'for the largest number of people to have enjoyment thereof'.

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