Things To Do: Events

TUESDAY 21 MAY
Recreating Anne Boleyn’s Gateway
Lying between Base and Clock Courts at Hampton Court Palace, Anne Boleyn’s Gateway was originally built, then destroyed, by Henry VIII. It has now been recreated by historic timber experts McCurdy & Co. They shed light on the craft and challenges and discuss their innovative, award-winning design.
6.30-8pm; tickets £12, members £10.
Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey KT8 9AU
0844 482 7799
www.hrp.org.uk

TUESDAY 21 MAY
Sale of Arts & Crafts
Fundraiser for the Fircroft Trust. Sale of art & crafts, including beautiful paintings, coasters, jewellery & other creative delights. Exhibitors include the charity’s service users as well as many of its friends and supporters.
7-9pm. Free event
The CornerHouse Arts Centre, 116 Douglas Road, Surbiton, KT6 7SB
020 8399 1772
www.thefircrofttrust.org

WEDNESDAY 22 MAY
The Producers
Banstead Operatic Society are presenting Mel Brook’s The Producers. See singing and dancing Hitlers, nymphomaniac OAPs, risqué jokes and scantily clad showgirls.
Till Sat 25 May; 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm; £16-£17.
Epsom Playhouse, 42 Ashley Avenue, Epsom KT18 5AL
01372 742555
www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk

FRIDAY 24 MAY
Love Wimbledon Monthly Market
Monthly market with a variety of food and gift stalls.
Till Sat 25 May; 11am-6pm.
The Piazza, Wimbledon SW19
www.lovewimbledon.org

MONDAY 27 MAY
Surrey County Show
The country’s biggest one-day agricultural show – the Surrey County Show – will take place this May bank holiday at Stoker Park, Guildford. Highlights include farming displays – a snapshot over the past 100 years; The Surrey County Horse Show; show jumping; the world’s only real monster truck; and food festival, plus annual events like the companion dog show, classic cars and much more.
www.surreycountyshow.co.uk

TUESDAY 28 MAY
Mary Tudor: The First Queen
The first woman to rule England outright, Mary Tudor was a complicated character. Historian Linda Porter will examine Mary’s life and death, her reign and relationships. Event includes a drinks reception.
6.30-8pm; tickets £12, members £10.
Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey KT8 9AU
0844 482 7799
www.hrp.org.uk

DAILY
Union Market
Union Market offers a space that allows you to engage with people and discover more about the foods you are purchasing. Choose products from the bakery, butchers, cheese room, deli, fish counter and buy fresh fruit and veg, wine, and eat at the Union Market Restaurant.
Mon-Sat 8am-9pm, Sun 9am-9pm.
Union Market, 472 Fulham Road, Fulham Broadway SW6 1BY
020 7386 2470
www.unionmarket.co.uk

DAILY
Fulham Market
A great selection of fresh fruit and vegetables at reasonable prices with the hustle and bustle of a typical market. Shoppers can find groceries, toiletries, clothes and a haberdashery.
Mon-Sat; 8am-6pm.
North End Road, Fulham SW6 1NL

SATURDAYS
Wimbledon Park Farmers Market
Firmly established for 11 years, there are around 20 stalls selling a great range of produce and very knowledgeable farmers to help you decide what to buy. Sellers include March House Farm who have the largest selection of free range rare breed meats on the market.
9am-1pm.
Wimbledon Park Primary School, Havana Road, off Durnsford Road SW19 8EJ
www.lfm.org.uk

SATURDAYS
Balham Farmers’ Market
Weekly Saturday Balham Farmers’ Market. Farmers and food producers include Kentish fisherman David Price, organic East Sussex fruitgrowers Brambletye Fruit Farm and Burscombe Cliff Farm, who rear rare breed beef and lamb near Maidstone.
Every Sat; 9am-2pm.
Chestnut Grove School, Hearnville Road SW12 8JZ
www.lfm.org.uk/markets/balham

SATURDAYS
Fitness in the Gardens
Low impact outdoor cardio-exercise for all: power-walking, jogging and stretching. Run by the community for the community, with help from AHM, the Pavilion Trust and CARA.
10-11am; free.
Pavilion, Canbury Gardens, Lower Ham Road, Kingston KT2
info@ahm-go.com
www.active-healthy-mind.co.uk

SATURDAYS
Banstead Woods Park Run
Free weekly run, everyone is welcome to join in whatever your pace. Register on the website to retrieve your personal barcode for the run.
9am.
Banstead Woods, near Coulsdon
bansteadoffice@parkrun.com
www.parkrun.org.uk/banstead-woods

SATURDAYS
Dodgeball
Burn calories, be active, feel great. Suitable for everyone. Safe foam balls used. The most entertaning social sports to play.
11.30am-12.30pm. First 4 sessions £20
Mole Hall, Walton Road, Molesey, KT8 2JE
07960683199

SATURDAYS
Tattenhams Market
Tattenhams Indoor Market held the first Saturday of the month. Featuring stalls selling greetings cards, jewellery, gifts, home craft items and more.
10am-2pm; free entrance.
The United Church of St Mark, St Marks Road, Epsom Downs KT18 5RD

SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Wimbledon Windmill Museum
The museum has exhibits for the young and old, covering windmills and milling as well as local history and the Scouting movement.
Sat 2pm-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm.
Wimbledon Windmill Museum, Windmill Road SW19 5NR
020 8947 2825
www.wimbledonwindmill.org.uk

SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Venn Street Market
Now that the weekly Saturday market going strong selling a fantastic range of the best foods, a weekly Sunday market is being introduced from the 1 April. The Sunday market will see a strong craft section which hopes to reach arts and crafts students and artists, as well as plants from the best British growers and nurseries.
Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm (tbc).
Venn Street, Clapham SW4
www.vennstreetmarket.co.uk

SUNDAYS
Brixton Farmers Market
Weekly market run by London Farmers’ Market, bringing quality fresh produce – fruit and vegetable, cheeses, flowers, meat, bread, cakes and jams - to the area.
10am-2pm.
Brixton Station Road SW9
www.brixtonmarket.net

SUNDAYS
Hildreth Street Market
Hildreth Street Market is now a weekly fresh food market. Food and drink traders include fresh organic British fruits and veg company Ash Green Organics; hot hog roast pigs from Rainha Santa; artisan freshly baked breads from Oliver’s Baker and handmade Italian chocolates from Baruzzo, as well as many more.
10am-4pm.
Hildreth Street, Balham SW12
www.hildrethstreetmarket.co.uk

MONDAYS
U3A
Kingston U3A meets monthly, except for bank holidays.
1.30pm; first Monday each month; members £1, visitors £1.50.
United Reformed Church, Kingston KT1 1HZ
020 8286 3597
www.kingstonu3a.org.uk

MONDAYS
Kingston Camera Club
Weekly meetings and talks by the Kingston Camera Club. Anyone interested in becoming a member are welcome to join the events, which are made up of lectures, competitions, exhibitions and social events.
St John Ambulance HQ, Athelstan Road, Kingston KT1 3BE
www.kingstoncameraclub.co.uk

MONDAYS
Salsa
Salsa Classes for all levels, beginners to advanced.
8pm-9pm; £6.
La Tasca, 52 High Street, Kingston KT1 1EU
will@suavesalsa.com

TUESDAYS
Antiques Market
Sunbury antiques market is the largest and longest running bi-monthly market in the country.
9am-2pm; free entry.
Kempton Park Racecourse, Staines Road East, Sunbury on Thames TW16 5AQ
01932 230946
www.kemptonantiques.com

TUESDAYS
Balham Rotary Club
The Rotary meet every Tuesday and is always on the look out for likeminded people who want to be part of the Rotary and make a difference. They often have guest speakers who talk about local projects – please email the club if you are interested in joining.
7pm.
The Exhibit, 12 Balham Station Road, Balham SW12 9SG
www.balhamrotaryclub.org

TUESDAYS
Mums Running
A new-mums Running club, designed and run by physiotherapists, to help new mums get back to fitness. Bring you baby and buggy, and learn how to get back into shape, learn a good running technique and meet like minded mums. All fitness levels welcome, everyone works at their own level under physiotherapy guidence.
3.30pm-4.15pm;£6 (intrduction free),
Sun Gate, Battersea Park, Battersea, SW113bt
info@body-logic.co.uk

TUESDAYS & SUNDAYS
Antiques Fair
Family-run, friendly fair, a treasure trove of social history and legacy – and a great place to pick up a bargain.
Tues 11am-4pm; early admission £5, normal £3; Sun 10am-4pm; admission £3.
Sandown Park Racecourse, Esher KT10 9AJ
020 7249 4050
www.wonderwhistle.co.uk

THURSDAYS
Acoustic Open Mic
Running for just over two years - Sign Up, Plug In and Perform!
Sign up 8pm, performances start 9pm.
The Nelson Arms, 15 Merton High Street SW19 1DF
020 3132 4590
www.thenelson.co.uk

THURSDAYS
Wimbledon Breastfeeding Cafe
Free weekly drop in session for women wanting support with breastfeeding.The sessions will be staffed by experienced NCT breastfeeding counsellors.
10am-noon. Free event
The Gooseberry Bush Cafe, 115 Kingston Road, Wimbledon, SW19 1LT
0208 543 8720

THURSDAYS
General Market
Recognised as the largest weekday market in southern England.
Every Thurs; 9am-3pm; free.
Kempton Race Course, Staines Road East, Sunbury on Thames TW16 5AQ
01932 782292
www.kempton.co.uk

ONGOING
Contemporary Crafts Workshops
Learn a new craft, have fun & create original pieces. Upcycle or design something new, choose from an inspiring range of projects. Save money & produce unique works for yourself, home or friends.
10.30-12.30. Prices vary.
The Culture Café, The Rose Theatre, 24-26 High Street, Kingston, KT1 1HR
makedoandmend.workshops@gmail.com
www.makedoandmendworkshops.co.uk

ONGOING
Epsom and Ewell Health Walks
Walks organised in and around the borough for people who wish to improve their fitness and make social contact. All walks start at 10am and are for one hour on Sundays and Wednesdays, and half hour on Mondays.
020 8393 4638
www.epsomandewellhealthwalks.org.uk

ONGOING
Beginners’ Yoga Course
An introduction to the most popular postures, breathing and relaxation techniques in Hatha yoga; leading to improved fitness, reduced stress and better well-being. Open to all ages and abilities. New students welcome anytime.
7.15-8.45pm. Tickets £10
Belgrave Hall, Denmark Road, Wimbledon Village, SW19 4PG
07943 602 607
www.goodlifeyoga.co.uk

ONGOING
Felt Making - Contemporary Textiles
Experience the magic of wool fibres & develop new skills. Open to beginners or intermediate participants. Learn to experiment with colour & different surface techniques. Different projects for each term. Tutor: Cathy Unwin.
Till Tues 21 May; 2-4:30pm; £99 including basic wool fibres.
Landmark Arts Centre, Ferry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN
0208 977 7558
www.landmarkartscentre.org