THE SPORTS LOCKER: SPORTS IN S THIS DECEMBER

OPEN WATER SWIM / TUE, THU, SAT, SUN / BUCKLAND PARK LAGOON, BETCHWORTH

Love nature? Love to swim outdoors? Brace yourself for a dip in Buckland Park Lake and join the Surrey Hills Adventure Company for a spot of open water swimming. You’ll need to register online, but you’ll have access to all the great activities that the company runs once you have. Whether you fancy swimming, paddleboarding or e-foiling, getting wet and wild in the great outdoors has never been easier.

For more, visit theshac.co.uk

SURREY 89ERS V CHESHIRE PHOENIX / DECEMBER 4 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD

The 89ers welcome Cheshire Pheonix to Surrey Sports Park this December, though it’s the former that continue to rise from the ashes and play their best basketball to date. Having played the least amount of fixtures this season, Surrey will hope they can contain Cheshire and claim the points and climb the league table.

For more, visit surrey89ers.basketball

BETFAIR TINGLE CREEK FESTIVAL / DECEMBER 5 – 6 / SANDOWN PARK RACECOURSE, ESHER

Sandown Park will celebrate the annual Betfair Tingle Creek Christmas Festival this December. Combining exciting racing and festive fun. If you like Jump racing, you’ll LOVE the Betfair Tingle Creek Festival. Two days of spine-tingling Jump racing action culminating in the Grade 1 Betfair Tingle Creek Chase. Expect plenty of festive cheer for one and all.

For more, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk

DIRTY SANTA / DECEMBER 7 / TILLINGBOURNE JUNIOR SCHOOL, CHILWORTH

Get on your bike and take on this festive trail ride in the heart of the Surrey Hills. Dig out your finest antlers and Santa suits, don your finest Christmas clobber and dress to impress as you head out on this scenic ride on some sublime trails this December. With 34km or 45km routes to choose from, receive an especially brewed bottle of Dirty Santa Beer, as well as mince pies and more Christmas goodies along the route.

For more, visit trailbreak.co.uk

GUILDFORD SANTA FUN RUN / DECEMBER 7 / STOKE PARK, GUILDFORD

Kelly’s Storage have teamed up with Challengers for a fifth year in hosting the festive Guildford Santa Fun Run. Taking place in Stoke Park Guildford, 8 Dec, the festive run is for friends, family and community to come together to raise crucial funds for Challengers, powered by Kelly’s.

You can choose from a 5k, or a 2.5k route more suitable for buggies, wheelchairs, and furry santa-paws, so everyone can join in the fun.  Kelly’s Storage covers 100% of the event costs, meaning that every penny raised will go to Challengers – a charity which provides vital play and leisure opportunities for disabled children in Surrey and Hampshire.

For more, visit kellystorage.co.uk

ELEVATE SKI COURSE  / DECEMBER 7 + 12 / THE OAKWOOD, ESHER

Booked your first skiing holiday and haven’t got a scooby-doo what to do once you get there? Take part in these popular adult skiing classes for beginners, held at Sandown Sports in Esher, and get prepared for a week or two on the piste safe in the knowledge that you’ll at least know how to stop without becoming a snowball on the side of a mountain.

For more, visit theoakwood.com

RICHMOND PARK HALF MARATHON / DECEMBER 7 / RICHMOND PARK

Ready to run? get set for the Richmond Half-Marathon and get those legs ready for this December. A flat, scenic jaunt around London’s famed Richmond Park. Catch a glimpse of the odd deer or twenty as you quest for that new Personal Best you’ve been working so hard for.

For more, visit runthrough.co.uk   

GOODWOOD SANTA CYCLE / DECEMBER 14 / GOODWOOD MOTOR CIRCUIT, CHICHESTER

Experience the magic of the Santa Cycle at Goodwood Motor Circuit, a fun, festive ride around the historic track. Dress in your best Santa outfit and pedal alongside friends, family, and the local community in a safe, traffic-free environment. Suitable for all ages and abilities, it’s a joyful way to celebrate the season and make lasting memories at Goodwood. All proceeds from this event go to the Aldingbourne Trust.

For more, visit goodwood.co.uk

FESTIVE PHYLLIS FUN RUN / DECEMBER 14 / THE KEY, FLEET

Gather family, friends or work colleagues and sign up for a fun way to celebrate the festive season for a good cause!   Phyllis Tuckwell’s Santa Fun Run will be started by Santa himself, who will be arriving on his sleigh to cheer on Phyllis Tuckwell’s fantastic runners. Registration is £15 per adult and £7 per child, and includes a Santa t-shirt and hat.

For more, visit pth.org.uk

WOKING V SCUNTHORPE / DECEMBER 20 / LAITHWAITE COMMUNITY STADIUM, WOKING

Undefeated in their last five games at the time of writing, Woking welcome high-flying Scunthorpe for a festive cracker. While the Cards approach mid-table, can their undefeated streak continue? See if Woking can get an early Christmas present and get your tickets today.

For more, visit wokingfc.co.uk

BIG GAME 17 – HARLEQUINS V BRISTOL BEARS / DECEMBER 20 / ALLIANZ STADIUM, TWICKENHAM

Harlequins return to Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, this Christmas for the 17th edition of Big Game. Fans can expect a blockbuster double header with both the men’s and women’s teams taking on Leicester Tigers, as well as world-class entertainment, another breath-taking light show, and an all-round fun-filled afternoon for the whole family. Snap up some tickets quick!

For more, visit allianzstadiumtwickenham.com

GUILDFORD FLAMES V MANCHESTER STORM / DECEMBER 27 / SPECTRUM LEISURE COMPLEX, GUILDFORD

The Flames’ fire is in danger of fizzling. Having enjoyed seasons upon seasons riding high in the league standings, Guildford are having a season to forget. Can Paul Dixon’s side weather the Manchester Storm? Find out later this month.

For more, visit guildfordflames.com

COURTFIT PADEL / HILTON COBHAM

Love to Padel? If Padel is your new favourite sport, then head for the CourtFit Padel Club based at The Hilton Hotel in Cobham. The perfect summer activity, choose from two outdoor courts and get competitive.

For more, visit courtfit.co.uk

 

Discover more events and experiences in south west london, Surrey hills & south downs