THE SPORTS LOCKER: FIXTURES & EVENTS THIS AUGUST

STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING / RIVER WEY, GODALMING WHARF

What could be better than taking to a paddle board and making your way along the River Wey? Not much we say. As the summer sun beats down, sports activities by the waterside are a must. Join ROAR Outdoor and head for Godalming Wharf for a SUP session that will not only give you a great workout but a great view of nature from the water. Prebook online.

For more information, visit roaroutdoor.co.uk

QATAR GOODWOOD FESTIVAL / JULY 29 – AUGUST 2 / GOODWOOD RACECOURSE, CHICHESTER

One of the undisputed highlights of the British Flat racing season, make your way to the Qatar Goodwood Festival this July for a true spectacle of spellbinding sports. The world famous five-day festival known as ‘Glorious Goodwood’ will feature thrilling racing, first-class entertainment, and exceptional food and drink. So dress to impress and prepare for a great week of outstanding horse racing.

For more information, visit goodwood.com

SURREY HILLS SINGLETRACK ADVENTURE  / AUGUST 3 / HOLMBURY ST MARY

If you love nothing more than zipping up and down gnarly trails on your mountain bike, this guided Surrey Hills Singletrack Adventure is a great way to test yourself. Covering a distance of 18 – 20 miles and an ascent of 2,400ft, a good level of fitness and decent MTB skills are required to fully enjoy the sublime trails that await.

For more information, visit marmalademtb.com

THE GUILDFORD CRICKET FESTIVAL / AUGUST 6 + 8 / GUILDFORD CRICKET CLUB

Like cricket? No! Love it? Yes! The Guildford Cricket Festival returns this August as Surrey takes on the Leicestershire Foxes on August 6 before taking on Gloucestershire in the Metro Bank One Day Cup (50 overs) on August 8. An established event in the Surrey sports calendar, Guildford Cricket Club on Woodbridge Road will again see some first-class cricket taking place just a swinging six away from the town centre. Get tickets quickly.

For more information, visit guildfordcc.com

RIVER ARDUR 5KM SWIM / AUGUST 9 / UPPER BEEDING > SHOREHAM

Fancy an Open Water Swimming race? The tide will be with you all the way and build up speed the further downstream you go towards the finish. To ensure swimmers have the best possible experience, capacity is limited to 325. There are two categories, Fin Swim & Swim, but the vast majority of competitors now just swim unaided, but if you fancy giving the Fin Swim a go, you can wear a pair of fins of your choice to speed your way to the finish. Wetsuits are compulsory for all competitors. No tow floats.

For more information, visit rawenergypursuits.co.uk

WOKING V CARLISLE UNITED / AUGUST 9 / THE LAITHWAITE COMMUNITY STADIUM, WOKING

The newly named Enterprise National League kicks off this weekend. The Cards open their campaign with a home fixture against bookies favourites for the title, Carlisle United. Can Woking take advantage and cause an opening weekend upset? Find out at The Laithwaite Community Stadium this August.

For more information, visit wokingfc.co.uk

DORNEY LAKE TRIATHLON / AUGUST 9 / DORNEY LAKE, WINDSOR

Swim, cycle, and sprint your way to glory by competing in the Dorney Lake Triathlon. Providing a friendly environment for your fitness needs, choose from 7 different races.

For more information, visit runthrough.co.uk

RICHMOND PARK HALF  / AUGUST 10 / SHEEN LANE, RICHMOND

Start your Sunday over at the beautiful, leafy Richmond Park and sign up for this Half Marathon this month. Managed as a Royal Deer Park since the 17th Century, catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures as you hotfoot it around the park as quickly as you can.

For more information, visit run-through.co.uk

NIGHT SWIM / AUGUST 27 / BUCKLAND PARK LAGOON, BETCHWORTH

Go nocturnal and head to Buckland Park for a night swim with the Surrey Hills Adventure Company. Open to confident swimmers, get a fresh perspective and enjoy the delights of swimming in the dark. With sessions taking place later in the month, make sure you bring a head torch and book your space online.

For more information, visit theshac.co.uk

GUILDFORD FLAMES V AMIENS / AUGUST 30 / SPECTRUM LEISURE COMPLEX, GUILDFORD

Guildford Flames are getting ready to contest another season in the Elite Ice Hockey League as they welcome French opponent Amiens for a preseason tussle. Check out new squad additions and get giddy for the new season ahead.

For more information, visit guildfordflames.com

HELI HIKE IN SURREY / AUGUST 31 / LOSELEY PARK, NR GUILDFORD

Ready, set, Heli Hike! Keep your air ambulance flying with this super fundraisingevent this August. Grab your friends, family, and even the dog, and embark on a hike through stunning countryside, all while raising vital funds to keep your local air ambulance flying. This isn’t just a walk – it’s an adventure. As a thank you for your support, you’ll receive an eco-friendly medal to celebrate your achievement once you cross the finish line!

For more information, visit aakss.org.uk/get-involved/heli-hike-surrey

COURTFIT PADEL CLUB / THE HILTON HOTEL, 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 information, visit courtfit.co.uk/padel

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