YES FAM! FAMILY DAYS OUT THIS SEPTEMBER
The kids might be back at school (phew), but the fun doesn’t stop there. Whether it’s boogieing with baby or a joust in the countryside, find out what’s on in Surrey this September with our guide to the best family days out.
LITTLE NOTES / TUESDAYS / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Discover the joy of sharing live musical experiences with your child in these fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Designed and delivered by classically trained professional musician Lou Bradbury, Little Notes classes are full of creative play and bursting with live music. Blending instruments, groovy new songs and superb classics, Little Notes sessions provide 40 magical minutes in your busy week. Using puppets, percussion and sensory objects, music is brought to life for your child as you explore sounds and rhythms together.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
BOOGIE WITH BABY / WEDNESDAYS / STEVEN PIMLOTT BUILDING, CHICHESTER
Ready to Boogie with Baby? Join in with this gentle movement class to encourage enjoyment, relaxation and bonding time with your baby. Classes also provide an opportunity to socialise with other parents and families. Please wear comfortable clothing to move about in, and if you have a yoga mat please bring it along, although this is not essential.
For more information, visit cft.org.uk
ARDINGLY SUMMERFEST / SEPTEMBER 6 / ARDINGLY SHOWGROUND, HAYWARDS HEATH
Bid adieu to the summer and head for Ardingly SummerFest this September. Expect the best attractions, arena demonstrations, airshows, musical tributes and entertainment for an unforgettable family day out! Enjoy multiple zones and arenas offering families an array of activities to enjoy throughout the day and into the evening with the Ibiza Symphonic Orchestra closing the night!
For more information, visit ardinglysummerfest.co.uk
HOSTING HENRY VIII FESTIVAL / SEPTEMBER 13 – 14 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
West Horsley Place host a very special guest this September as Henry VIII arrives for two days of immersive and authentic experiences for all. The perfect day out for the family, find out what it was really like to live way back when. You can taste the King’s feast, listen to Tudor music, watch falconry displays, cheer for your favourite jousting knight and much more. Expect an epic day out to remember.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
SURREY HILLS WOOD FAIR / SEPTEMBER 13 – 14 / FISH POND COPSE, CRANLEIGH SHOWGROUND
For lovers of lumber, gorgeous grains and wonderfully whittled wood, the Surrey Hills Wood Fair occurs at scenic Fish Pond Copse in Cranleigh Showground. Packed with all the traditional charm of a rural day out in the Surrey Hills, visitors can expect a fun day for the family, with workshops and demonstrations taking place throughout the weekend.
For more information, visit surreyhills.org
COOK TOGETHER: NOODLES & BROWNIES / SEPTEMBER 20 / GORDON RAMSAY ACADEMY, WOKING
An adult and child ticket all-in-one! Every family has its favourite meals, but they can be even more special if made together. Join the Gordon Ramsay Academy in Woking for a fun cooking class designed for adults and children to learn, cook and have a laugh with their in-house chefs as they tackle a few classic meals that will be sure to become regulars at home. Brownies and noodles… nom, nom.
For more information, visit gordonramsayacademy.com
FAMILY FUN DAY / SEPTEMBER 27 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Join G Live for the return of their FREE family Fun Day this September. Enjoy a whole host of activities for all ages as you show off your music skills with DJ Workshops, take part in creative activities, have your face painted, or join in with a range of arts and crafts.
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
DOGFEST / SEPTEMBER 27 – 28 / LOSELEY PARK
Attention fellow dogs, terriers, hounds, and all other canine friends! Get ready to go wild and wag your tail as DogFest returns to Loseley Park this September. Featuring a fun dog show, have-a-go activities, dog displays, expert advice, shopping, food and drink, live music and more – get your humans to book some tickets online, and see you in the park for a furry festival to remember! Woof! Woof!
For more information, visit dogfest.co.uk
THE STORY FORGE: MAKE YOUR OWN MYTH / SEPTEMBER 28 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Brace yourselves for pandemonium and tidal waves of laughter in this hilariously unique family-friendly theatrical adventure! Forget dusty history books – these academics unleash cardboard chaos and the boundless brilliance of your imagination! Expect side-splitting clowning, choose-your-own-adventure thrills, physical comedy capers, spontaneous improvisation, toe-tapping live music, and a mountain of magnificent tridents, swords and shields – all made of cardboard!
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
