“Smoking Bishop!?” I hear you say. No, it’s not the latest reform from the Church of England but instead a drink popularised by Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ and first mentioned in English literature via Jonathan Swift’s verse ‘Oranges’ from the late 1600s.
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THE CHALLENGERS CAROL CONCERT
Join Challengers at their inclusive family Carol Concert – dancing is positively encouraged!
DING-A-LING! IT’S A CHRISTMAS THING!
Ding-a-ling! ‘Tis the season to start feeling festive. Discover Christmas markets, Christmas workshops, and more with this delightful guide to what’s on in and around Surrey this November.

