DING-A-LING! IT’S CHRISTMAS THINGS

CHRISTMAS IN IRELAND / NOVEMBER 9 / WOKING THEATRE

Be transported to a magical Christmas Eve inside a traditional Irish pub, where friends, old and new, gather to share songs, stories and memories of Christmases gone. This is Christmas in Ireland – and it’s coming to Woking Theatre this month.

For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking-theatre

Porcelain Christmas Decorations / Fri and Sat evenings from November 13th to December 5th

Spend a relaxing evening crafting delicate porcelain decorations patterned with delicate lace. Cutters and materials are all provided. Choral music, a warm atmosphere, good company, refreshments and festive mince pies and all materials will be provided.

For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com

PRINTMAKING CHRISTMAS CARDS / NOVEMBER 14 / THE LIGHTBOX GALLERY, WOKING

What could be more fun than designing and printing your own Christmas cards? Under the guidance of local printmaker Jo Boddy you will be introduced to the basics of linocut printmaking in this exciting workshop where you’ll experience the thrill of peeling back the print from the plate to reveal your very own creation.

For more information, visit thelightbox.org.uk

SCANDINAVIAN STYLE WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP / NOVEMBER 14 + 15 / WATTS’ GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON

For a fresh and contemporary take on your winter wreath, this year join Watts Gallery’s Head Gardener and award-winning florist Chris Sharples to make an on-trend Scandi-style wreath. Explore new methods of working with twisted willow and carefully curated foliage to create a stylish and sophisticated look.

For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk

christmas fair / November 18 + 19 / Farnham Maltings

Visit this festive marketplace featuring over 130 independent stalls. From handmade gifts and crafts to delicious food and beverages, it’s the perfect time to get a head start with your Christmas shopping whilst supporting small local businesses. Full of festive cheer, it is one of Surrey’s biggest events.

For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com

ARTS & ARTISANS – THE CHRISTMAS FAIR / NOVEMBER 20 – 22 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE

Enjoy a festive shopping experience in the beautiful West Horsley Place this November. Browse unique gifts from Surrey’s finest artists, makers, and artisan producers across the Manor House and Place Farm Barn. Discover paintings, ceramics, textiles, jewellery, sculpture, fashion, crafts, and more – with all profits going directly to the makers.

For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org

CHRISTMAS CARD-MAKING WORKSHOP / NOVEMBER 21 / PHYLLIS TUCKWELL, FARNHAM

Discover the joy of festive handmade cards and paper craft! Try your hand at die-cutting and stamping, learn layering techniques, and get colourful with inks, creative finishes and embellishments. Create the perfect gift for a loved one and raise money for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice – win, win.

For more information, visit pth.org.uk

FESTIVE MARKET / NOVEMBER 21 – 23 / GUILDFORD PAVILION

Curated by Dapper & Suave are excited to bring a brand-new festive shopping experience to Guildford this November. A weekend filled with creativity, community, great shopping, food, drinks and festive atmosphere at The Guildford Pavilion. Expect over 40 carefully curated stalls as well as lots of extra festive treats to get you in the mood.

For more information, visit dapperandsuave.uk

CHRISTMAS IN SURREY / NOVEMBER 21 – 24 / SANDOWN PARK RACECOURSE, ESHER

Celebrate the season at Christmas in Surrey 2026, a four-day indoor Christmas fair at Sandown Park Racecourse, Esher. Discover a carefully selected collection of independent makers, designers and small businesses offering distinctive Christmas gifts, homeware, decorations, food, fashion, accessories and seasonal treats.

For more information, visit christmasinsurrey.com

BOYS ARE BACK AGAIN – EAST 17 CHRISTMAS TOUR / NOVEMBER 26 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

Get ready for a huge dose of boy band nostalgia as Boys Are Back Again hits venues across the UK coming to G Live this November. Bringing together two of the most iconic names in British pop for one unforgettable night. Headlining the tour are the legendary East 17, joined by Blazin’ Squad.

For more information, visit glive.co.uk

WINTER WREATH-MAKING WORKSHOP / NOVEMBER 28 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Ditch the seasonal to-do list and immerse yourself in some creative ‘me time’ in this cosy Winter Wreath-Making workshop. Have fun doing festive crafts as you are guided through the process of how to make a beautiful seasonal wreath to decorate your door or add a personal touch to your favourite room.

For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

CREWE’S CHRISTMAS LIVING HISTORY FESTIVAL / NOVEMBER 28 – 29 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE

A surprise awaits in the beautifully decorated Manor House at West Horsley Place’s Christmas Open Weekend. As you explore the rooms dressed for a 1940s Christmas, discover World War II stories and experience an immersive ballet performance of Swan Lake.

For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org

HAMPTON COURT PALACE ICE RINK / NOVEMBER 28 – JANUARY 3 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE

Experience a regal day out where elegance and history meet the electricity of ice skating at the iconic Hampton Court Palace. Inspired by traditional royal decoration, the traditional ice rink has been redefined with the chance to glide and dance, surrounded by centuries of architectural beauty.

For more information, visit hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk

CHRISTMAS SIP & PAINT / NOVEMBER 29 / ALBURY VINEYARD

Looking for a special way to celebrate Christmas in Surrey? Join Albury Vineyard in the Surrey Hills for a festive edition of their popular Sip & Paint experience, where you’ll paint your own ceramic Christmas bauble while enjoying a glass of Albury Estate sparkling wine.

For more information, visit alburyvineyard.com

GHOST STORIES FOR CHRISTMAS / NOVEMBER 30 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

Join Edwyrdian Tales beside the glittering lights of the Christmas tree for three haunting ghost stories of the season. This year our night of festive spirits features terrors from classic authors of the age and bone-chilling tales to conjure the spirits of Christmas…

For more information, visit glive.co.uk

 

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