🌳 Vintage Retro Market, Bat Out of Hell & What's On This Weekend! | 18th October

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In today’s Inspired Surrey:

• Don’t miss the retro market day in Ashtead 📼

• London International Guitar show here 🎸

• Like a bat out of hell at G Live 🦇

• Whats on this weekend 📅

Let’s get to it.

Vintage & Retro Market Day in Ashtead! 🕰️📼

This Sunday, Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall is transforming into a retro fanatics paradise, and you won't want to miss it!

Whether you’re a lover of all things vintage or just looking for something unique, there’s something for everyone:

What to Expect:

• Stalls packed with vintage & retro clothing, accessories, and jewellery

• Homewares, lighting, and collectables that'll give your place a throwback flair

• A treasure trove of vinyl records & CDs to beef up your music collection

• A vintage-inspired dressmaker for those with a passion for fashion

• Vintage Tea Room ☕ – because shopping is thirsty work!

• Get your hair done the old-school way with a Vintage Hairstylist

🗓️ When & Where:

👉 Location: Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall, Woodfield Lane, Ashtead, Surrey, KT21 2BE
⏰ Time: Sunday 20th October, 10:30am - 4:00pm

Tip: Bring cash! Some vendors may not take card payments, and you don’t want to miss out on anything!

London International Guitar Show is Here, and We’re Not Stringing You Along! 🎶🎸

The London International Guitar Show (LIGS) is strumming its way back to Kempton Park Racecourse, and it’s set to be bigger and better than ever.

Whether you’re a seasoned player, collector, or just love the thrill of live music, this is the event you don’t want to miss.. and here’s why:

The London International Guitar Show is the UK’s biggest one-day guitar event, bringing together over 150 exhibitors under one roof.

Expect everything from the latest models to rare vintage pieces, along with plenty of accessories like strings, picks, and cases.

You’ll have the chance to meet and interact with retailers, distributors, manufacturers, luthiers, boutique makers, and private collectors.

Plus, there are exclusive show-day deals you won’t find anywhere else, making it the perfect opportunity to score some new gear. Don't miss the incredible ‘Burst Believers’ vintage display - a must-see for any real guitar enthusiast!

🎵 Live Music & Workshops

• The Tyler Kent Band with Patrick Eggle Guitars bringing rock and blues vibes.

• Guitar virtuoso Samuel C Lees performing tracks from his latest album.

• Acoustic master Connor Thomas with ToneWoodAmp and McClaren Guitars.

• Hands-on workshops from Flattley Guitar Pedals (with Paul Flattley himself) and Wilkinson Pickups demos with Trev Wilkinson and Samuel C Lees.

🎁 Prizes, Refreshments & More:

• Free Prize Draw! Every visitor has a chance to win a stunning Joe Doe ‘Hot Rod’ guitar by Vintage, worth £699. Winner announced on the day!

• Food, drinks, and a licensed bar make it a perfect day out for you and your mates.

• Admission: £15 (kids under 12 go free if accompanied). Pay on the door (contactless preferred).

• Free Parking and super-easy access via the train station right on-site.

👉 Location: Kempton Park Racecourse Exhibition Centre, Surrey
⏰ Time: Sunday 27th October, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Click here for more information.

Where Were We Wednesday! 📸

It was a good one this week wasn’t it!

How did you get on? We were in Guildford, specifically near the St Nicolas Parish Church and The White House pub, Alice and the White Rabbit are just down Millmead, I had no idea it was there until recently!

It was created by local sculptor Edwin Russell in 1984. It depicts the book’s famous beginning, in which Alice follows a talking rabbit into a hole, leaving her older sister behind. The girl figures were modelled after the daughters of Russell’s friend, and the rabbit’s model was chosen from 500 white rabbits from a local farm.

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Anything For Love - The Meat Loaf Story 🎤🔥

Get ready to rock as Steve Steinman brings his electrifying new production, Anything For Love: The Meat Loaf Story, to G Live!

Known worldwide for his powerhouse performances, Steve is back with a show that celebrates the greatest hits of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman, plus a few of his own.

With over 25 iconic tracks, this show will have you belting out classics like Bat Out Of Hell, Paradise By The Dashboard Light, Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad, Total Eclipse Of The Heart, and more.

Featuring a ten-piece live band, stunning stage set, and Steve’s signature humor and charisma, it's a rock spectacle you won’t want to miss.

Steve will also perform his very own No.1 single, Everything They Said Was True, penned by John Parr and Meat Loaf. Having toured the world for over 30 years with shows like Anything For Love and Vampires Rock, Steve’s stage presence is second to none, making this a night to remember.

👉 Location: G Live
⏰ Time: Thursday 24th October, 7:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: £37.75 (additional transaction fee up to £3.95 may apply)

There are still some tickets available, check them here!

Don’t miss this chance to experience the ultimate tribute to Meat Loaf's legendary music. Grab your tickets, and get ready to sing your heart out! 🎸🎤🔥

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 🗞️😀

If you're planning to hit the roads this weekend, be prepared for more slip road closures at the M25/A3 junction (aka Junction 10): While the main carriageways will stay open, you won’t be able to join or leave either road at this spot from 10pm Thursday to 5:30am Friday, and then again from 9pm Friday to 6am Monday. This is the second of three weekends of planned closures, all part of a massive £317 million project to expand the junction. And don’t forget—if your route involves a diversion, make sure you’re steering clear of those ULEZ zones unless you fancy a fine! (Older vehicles, we’re looking at you! 👀) More details and diversion routes are up on the National Highways website. 🚙🗺️

Small businesses in Surrey are getting a helping hand to go green, thanks to a new initiative from Surrey County Council and six borough councils: The scheme offers free decarbonisation assessments, loans, and courses to help local SMEs cut energy costs and reduce their carbon footprint. With over £1.9 million in funding already dished out through similar projects, it’s clear businesses are eager to be future-ready. So, if you’re looking to save money and do your bit for the planet, now’s your chance to get involved! Read more about the initiative here.🌱💡

Plans for THE HOPP - set to be Europe’s largest indoor pickleball and padel club, have been given the green light, and it's coming to Farnham: Thanks to local champions Sally Grace and Andre Strachan, who’ve already made waves by winning the 45+ mixed doubles at the English Open, this £2.5 million project is officially a go! With 10 indoor pickleball courts and four for padel, plus luxury social spaces and expert coaching, this 57,600 ft² venue will open its doors by mid-2025. Sally and Andre’s goal? To make pickleball and padel the go-to sports in the community, no matter your age or skill level. “PLAY TODAY PLAY FOREVER,” as they say, and we’re all for it! 🎾👏

What’s On This Week 📅

🏷️ Curated by Dapper & Suave Pop Up Market
Denbies Wine Estate, Dorking, Sunday 20th, 11:00am | More info

👰 Wedding Dress Clearance Sale
Boutique 2 Simpson House, Walton, Sunday 20th, 10:00am | More info

👚 Trafalgar Trade Fair
The Pavilion, Bisley, Saturday 19th, 8:00am | More info

🎨 Farnham Artist and Makers Market
107 West Street, Farnham, Sunday 20th, 10:00am | More info

🎷 Sunday Soul Sessions
The Elm Tree, Farnham, Sunday 20th, 1:00pm | More info

🍵 Herbal Tea Blending Workshop
The Bisley Yurt, Woking, Saturday 19th, 1:00pm | More info

🐶 Dog First Aid Course
Chobham Parish Pavilion, Chobham, Sunday 20th, 1:00pm | More info

😂 Charity Comedy Night
Send Village Club, Send, Saturday 19th, 7:00pm | More info

🎤 Gaz Brookfield Live Music
The Star Inn, Guildford, Friday 18th, 8:00pm | More info

🍂 Autumn Retreat Day
Egerton Road, Guildford, Sunday 20th, 9:30am | More info

Weather

Friday

17° 🌡️ 11° | ⛅ | More of the same on Friday, a little rain due in the evening but a solid end to the week, before a rainy weekend on it’s way!

Saturday

16° 🌡️ 9° | 🌧️ | Rainy most of the day, how is it always rainy on the weekend? It’s due to get sunny on Monday! The rain should ease at 1-2pm, and a brighter afternoon is due.

Sunday

17° 🌡️ 10° | 🌧️ | No such luck for bright spells on Sunday though, very rainy right as you wake up, strong gusty winds - we’ve got nice weather next week though.. he says!

Sport

⚽ Football

Saturday 19th October @ 3:00pm
Tamworth vs Woking FC

🏒 Ice Hockey

Sunday 20th October @ 6:00pm | Guildford Spectrum | Tickets
Guildford Flames vs Sheffield Steelers

🏉 Rugby

Saturday 19th October @ 3:00pm
Blackheath vs Esher Rugby Club

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