🌳 Ocean Film Festival & Fun For Autumn! | 16th September

Good morning, Surrey. Simon here! This is Inspired Surrey, the local newsletter that’s like an espresso shot for your inbox.

In today’s Inspired Surrey:

• Ocean film festival at G Live 🌊📽️

• Huge Guildford craft & flea fair 🧶🎨

• Autumn equinox wreath making next weekend 🍁🍂

Let’s get to it.

Dive Into the Ocean Film Festival World Tour 🌊📽️

The Ocean Film Festival is making waves in Guildford on Thursday, 19th September 2024 at 7:30 PM, and if you’re a fan of aquatic movies, you’re in for a treat.

Tickets are running low though, if you are thinking about booking, do it sooner rather than later - you can do so here.

Tickets:
🎟️ £16.50 - £18.50 (+ potential £3.95 transaction fee)

If you need a little bit more information, there will be a stunning lineup of short films, you’ll explore the wildest corners of the ocean, meet daring adventurers, and encounter fascinating marine life, all without getting soaked or eaten by a shark.

This year's tour features films like Ice Maiden, where you'll follow Lisa Blair as she battles Antarctica’s treacherous waters, and The Whale Song, where DJ Sam Feldt blends humpback whale melodies into an incredible track. 🌊🎶

👉 Location: G Live, Guildford
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM, Thursday, September 19th, 2024

Check out www.oceanfilmfestival.co.uk for more details.

Guildford’s Craft & Flea Market is Back! 🧶🎨

The hugely popular craft & flea market at Guildford Cathedral is back, and it’ll be better than ever.

If you’re looking for a little something different, The market is bringing together some of the best independent makers, designers, and creatives, all under one roof!

This isn’t just your typical craft fair—it’s a carefully curated experience packed with unique, on-trend finds you won’t see anywhere else. 🌟

There will be beautifully illustrated prints, vintage bric-a-brac, handmade ceramics, cozy candles, plants and an abundance of jewelry, and even some sustainable goodies.

If you’re into your arts and crafts, this is for you! 🕯️💍🌱

When & Where
👉 Location: Guildford Cathedral
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday, 21st September 2024

What to Expect

• Handpicked stalls offering high-quality, on-trend products

• A wide range of items: from quirky homeware and delicious local foods to bespoke jewellery and eco-friendly products

• Chat with the makers and learn the story behind their creations

• A vibrant, friendly atmosphere full of local charm and creativity

Tickets
🎟️ £3.00 Entry (a small price for big finds!)
👶 Under 12s – FREE (no ticket needed)

A little heads up, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, but they’re only £3, so I’d recommend getting yours ASAP even if you are umming, and aahing about it!

Click here to get your tickets.

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Celebrate Autumn at Miles Green Farm – Wreath-Making Workshop! 🍂

Wreaths aren’t just for Christmas! I can’t believe I’ve just said the C word too, it’s only September!

If you’re ready to say goodbye to summer and welcome in the cosy Autumn vibes, you’re in luck!

On Sunday, September 22nd at 5:00 PM, Miles Green Farm is hosting the perfect event to embrace the beauty of the new season: an Autumn Equinox Wreath-Making Workshop!

The air is a little crisper, the leaves are just starting to turn, and you’re creating your very own autumn wreath, full of dried flowers, berries, and lush foliage, sounds like a great afternoon to me, and just look at how beautiful they are..

This workshop is perfect for all skill levels.

By the end of the evening, you’ll have a gorgeous, handmade creation to hang on your door (or maybe show off on Instagram first, if you do, tag us!).

Plus, it’s a lovely way to unwind, get a little meditative, and celebrate the transition into autumn with friends and neighbors.

🗓 When: Sunday, September 22, 2024 – 5:00 PM
📍 Where: Miles Green Farm
💡 Why: Because autumn deserves a proper welcome (and your door deserves a gorgeous wreath)!

Get your tickets here!

The Monday Wordle: Episode 4 🧠

It’s Monday, so you know what that means, Wordle time!

Let me know how you get on, and if you’d like it included more - Good luck!

Click here to play.

The Digest 🗞️😀

Farnham has just been crowned the "best place to live" in the UK for 2024, and it’s easy to see why: Georgian architecture, cobbled streets, and a vibrant mix of old and new, let’s face it, it’s a good combination, and it offers residents everything from great schools (like Frensham Heights and South Farnham) to lovely wine bars and indie boutiques. Plus, it's only 35 miles from London, making it the perfect spot for city workers looking for a bit of countryside charm. With an average property price of £676,608, Farnham might not come cheap, but it’s packed with character! 🍷🛍️

Young people in Surrey are being invited to join the Runnymede Junior Rangers programme, a fantastic chance for teens aged 13 to 18 to dive into hands-on conservation work. Run by the National Trust and funded by Runnymede Borough Council, this scheme offers 20 lucky teens the chance to help protect wildlife and gain experience in tasks like tree planting, woodland management, and wildlife surveys. The programme kicks off on October 6th and runs for six months with monthly sessions, so if you know a young conservationist in the making, they’ve got until September 16th, which is today, to apply, and you can do that here. 🌿👦👧

The Rural Life Living Museum in Farnham has raised over half of the £150,000 it urgently needs to stay open, bringing in an impressive £90,000 so far. Despite this great progress, the museum still needs £60,000 by the end of October to secure its future. Rising operational costs, including a "crippling" electricity bill and fewer visitors, have put the museum at risk of closure. The museum, home to over 40,000 agricultural artefacts, is determined to protect its legacy and has "big plans for the future," but it needs support to make it happen! If you’d like to contribute to such a great cause, here’s the link you need! 🌾🏛️

Don’t forget Woking Car Show this weekend!

On Sunday, 22nd September 2024, Woking Town Centre is host to any car enthusiast’s idea of heaven, with the return of the Woking Car Show! Find out more here.

What’s On This Week 📅

🎙️ Michael Palin - There And Back
G Live, Guildford, Wednesday 18th, 7:30pm | More info

🎷 Beginner Flamenco Dance Class
St Nicolas’ Parish Centre, Guildford, Monday 16th, 6:30pm | More info

🦸‍♂️ The Toxic Avenger
Buzz Theatre, Woking, Wednesday 18th, 7:45pm | More info

☕ Coffee Morning (for parents/carers of autistic C&YP)
Heather Farm Cafe, Horsell, Tuesday 17th, 10:45am | More info

🎤 Open Mic Night
The Wheatsheaf, Farnham, Thursday 19th, 8:00pm | More info

🍴 Supper Club With Louis Latour
Bel & The Dragon, Churt, Thursday 19th, 7:00pm | More info

🎶 Live Music with Luke Edney
No. 39, Weybridge, Thursday 19th, 9:00pm | More info

🥾 4.5 Mile Twilight Hike
Blackheath, Surrey, Thursday 19th, 6:00pm | More info

Weather

Monday

21° 🌡️ 8° | ⛅ | This week is shaping up to be a good one, it’s heating up from a chilly weekend. Sunshine throughout the day, with clouds getting in the way occasionally, but a nice day.

Tuesday

21° 🌡️ 11° | ☀️ | Bright sunshine all day on Tuesday, what a day for drying washing!

Wednesday

23° 🌡️ 14° | ⛅ | Wednesday will be a bit warmer than Tuesday, but it won’t feel it due to a bit of a breeze throughout the day. Still, another lovely day coming our way.

Thank you!

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