Good morning, Surrey. Simon here! This is Inspired Surrey - the newsletter that always remembers to cut the crust off your sandwiches.

In today’s Inspired Surrey:

• RHS Wisley Glow light trail plans for this year 🌟

• An opportunity to capture incredible Concorde pictures ✈️

• Farnham antiques & brocante market this weekend 🕰️

• What’s on this weekend 📅

Let’s get to it.

RHS Wisley's Dazzling RHS Glow 2024 🌟

Surrey’s favourite festive light show, RHS Glow 2024, is back and brighter than ever!

Starting November 22nd, RHS Wisley will transform into a glittering winter wonderland.

Fantastic trails, glowing giant flowers, a floating pontoon across the lake, and a show-stopping finale by the Jellicoe Canal.

Perfect for family adventures, date nights, or a magical solo evening stroll!

📍 Where: RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey
📅 When: Wednesday, 22 November – Sunday, 5 January
⏰ Time: 4 PM – 9 PM (Last entry at 7:45 PM)

So, What’s New This Year?

🌸 Giant Interactive Flowers: Touch them to light them up – magic for kids and the young at heart!
✨ Floating Pontoon: Yep, you read that right! Walk across Glasshouse Lake and see the garden lights reflected on the water.
🎶 Festive Tunes & Jack Frost Tales: Seasonal music fills the air, plus a special narration from Alan Titchmarsh’s "Jack Frost – A Winter Story."

And of course, don’t miss the glowing tunnel on Wisteria Walk – an absolute must for photos!

If you’re planning a midweek visit, RHS Wisley has you covered with exclusive Black Friday discounts until December 1st. Enjoy £2 off adult tickets and £1 off kids' tickets on selected dates. Perfect excuse for a weekday Glow adventure!

Make sure your phone’s charged because you’ll want to capture it all. From the Star Arch (ideal for that “we’re here!” selfie) to the Jellicoe Canal finale that’ll have you oohing and aahing – it’s all here waiting.

You can also grab festive treats or pop by one of the gift stalls to pick up a little something special. Mulled wine, anyone?

Planning on bringing the family? Wisley’s shuttle from Woking station will run later in the evenings for easy access. And for those who prefer a quieter vibe, there are special low-capacity evenings on Dec 5, 17, and 29.

Book your tickets to Glow now!

Night Photography with Concorde at Brooklands Museum 📸✈️

If you’re into photography and aviation, you are going to love us!

Brooklands Museum is offering a one-of-a-kind night shoot with the legendary Concorde, beautifully illuminated under professional LED lighting for dramatic shots that capture every iconic detail.

No crowds, just you, your camera, and the supersonic beauty of this legendary aircraft.

Threshold.aero’s team will expertly reposition the lights throughout the evening to give you multiple unique perspectives – perfect for capturing Concorde from every angle.

And as a bonus, you’ll also get to photograph the classic Vickers VC.10 airliner, affectionately called the “Queen of the Skies.” This is an exclusive chance for photographers to see these iconic planes in a whole new light.

📍 Where: Brooklands Museum, Surrey (enter via Vickers Gate)
📅 When: Sunday, 17 November
⏰ Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

Tickets: £60 per person, available only through Threshold.aero (no tickets sold via the museum or on the day)

Grab your tickets here.

📸 Don’t miss your chance to capture Concorde at her most stunning – book your spot now!

Where Were We Wednesday! 📸

A little bit tougher today, how did you do?

We were at the Ruins of Newark Priory in Ripley! Such a beautiful spot.

Newark Priory is a captivating medieval ruin on a secluded island along the River Wey near Ripley and Pyrford. Founded in the late 12th century by a Bishop of Winchester and dedicated to the Virgin Mary and Thomas Becket, it was a thriving Augustinian community with lands stretching across London and beyond. During Henry VIII's Dissolution of the Monasteries, the priory was closed, its valuables sent to the Tower, and the buildings partially destroyed.

Today, Newark Priory stands as a Grade I listed ruin, visible from the Wey path near Newark Lock. Each Easter, a dawn service invites locals to gather in its hauntingly beautiful remains, celebrating a piece of Surrey’s medieval heritage.

Tag @InspiredSurrey to get your photos included!

Discover Treasures at the Farnham Antiques & Brocante Street Market 🕰️🎩

Calling all treasure hunters and vintage lovers! The Farnham Antiques & Brocante Street Market is back with 43 stalls of hidden gems, offering everything from timeless antiques to retro finds and vinyl records.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or just looking for a unique piece to bring home, this market has a little something for everyone.

🗺️ Location Update: Due to town centre improvements, this event will be held at the Farmer’s Market site in Central Car Park (Victoria Road, GU9 7RD) instead of its usual spot on West Street.

Spend the day browsing, and when you’re ready for a break, dive into brunch, lunch, or afternoon tea at one of Farnham's charming spots.

📅 When: Sunday, 10 AM – 4 PM
💸 Cost: Free entry, plus free parking in all Council car parks

This is your perfect Sunday escape for finding unique treasures and soaking in the character of historic Farnham.

If you’d like more information, you can do so here.

We Are Now On Instagram 📸 

If you are on Instagram, please follow @inspiredsurrey if you can. It would be much appreciated. The account was only started recently, so we still barely have any friends/followers, I’d very much appreciate a follow!

Thank you so much to everyone who followed us! You’re the best! 😊

The Digest 🗞️😀

Big cheers for Farnham Repair Café, who just bagged the King’s Award for Voluntary Service – an honour usually saved for the likes of an MBE: Since 2015, this fantastic crew has fixed over 2,600 items, saved nearly seven tonnes of waste from landfills, and brought many beloved gadgets back to life. It’s no wonder Buckingham Palace has taken notice. Kudos to the volunteers who’ve poured thousands of hours into keeping our community (and our toasters) in tip-top shape. You can find out more about it here. 👑✨

Big plans are afoot for Camberley, Surrey Heath Borough Council just unveiled a vision to transform the town centre into a buzzing hub for indie shopping, dining, and leisure: With a new look for The Square Shopping Centre, improved transport links, and 1,500 affordable homes, Camberley is set to become a go-to destination (you can see the plans here). Look forward to themed artisan markets, street food galore, and a food hall spotlighting local businesses. Council leader Shaun Macdonald assures us they’re ready to tackle any challenges head-on to bring this vibrant vision to life. 🛍️🏡

A transformer the weight of 25 African elephants is rolling through Surrey this weekend: This 155-tonne supergrid transformer is on its way to the West Weybridge substation as part of essential upgrades, escorted by police at a steady 12 mph. The convoy, starting from Tilbury, will crawl along the M25 this Saturday night, with brief traffic holds along the way. National Grid’s project manager assures minimal noise and disruption – and appreciates everyone’s patience while they keep our energy network in top shape! ⚡🚛

What’s On This Week 📅

🤣 Su Pollard: Still Fully Charged
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford, Sunday 17th, 7:30pm | More info

🐎 Lingfield Racecourse Antiques & Vintage Fair
Lingfield Racecourse, Sunday 17th, 9:30am | More info

🎎 Cobham Antique Dollhouse Fair
Cobham Village Hall, Cobham, Sunday 17th, 8:00am | More info

🎁 Christmas Market
Birdies Coffee House, Farnham, Sunday 17th, 10:00am | More info

🎅 Capel Christmas Fair
55 The Street, Capel, Saturday 16th, 12:00pm | More info

🎷 Vivace Chorus And Friary Brass Band
G Live, Guildford, Saturday 16th, 7:30pm | More info

📜 Surrey Family History Fair
Woking Leisure Centre, Woking, Saturday 16th, 10:00am | More info

👸 Trails and Tales: Cinderella
Gatton Park, Reigate, Friday 15th, 10:00am | More info

🧸 Ashford & Staines Mum2Mum Market
Ashford Community Association, Ashford, Sunday 17th, 12:00pm | More info

🏃 Newlands Corner 10km
Newlands Corner, Guildford, Saturday 16th, 8:00am | More info

🔮 Spiritual & Holistic Christmas Shopping
Merrow Village Hall, Guildford, Sunday 17th, 12:00pm | More info

🙏 Guided Meditation
Walton Spiritualist Church, Walton, Friday 15th, 7:30pm | More info

Weather

Friday

10° 🌡️ 4° | ☁️ | Friday should bring some sunshine throughout the day, but wrap up, it will be chilly as we edge closer to the weekend.

Saturday

11° 🌡️ 6° | ☁️ | Quite an average weekend in terms of weather, unless you’re a fan of light clouds and winds, then you’re in for a cracker! Rain is due overnight.

Sunday

10° 🌡️ 4° | ☁️ | The rain is likely to continue throughout the morning, not a huge amount, and a few sunny spells in between showers.

Sport

⚽ Football

Saturday 16th November @ 3:00pm | Kingfield Stadium | Tickets
Woking FC vs Boston United

🏒 Ice Hockey

Sunday 17th November @ 6:00pm | Guildford Spectrum | Tickets
Guildford Flames vs Manchester Storm

🏉 Rugby

Saturday 16th November @ 2:00pm
Leicester Lions vs Esher Rugby Club

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