Surrey and the surrounding area – What’s On

13th October 2024

 

  • Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance – A lifetime of Standing Ovations – 18th – 20th October – New Victoria Theatre Woking – 11 miles from Magna House
    Lord of the Dance, a production that has enchanted over 60 million people in 60 countries on every continent and graced more than 1000 venues, is a testament to Michael Flatley’s creative brilliance. It has left an indelible mark on the world of dance, solidifying its status as one of the most successful productions in the history of entertainment.
  • QIPCO British Champions Day – Saturday 19th October – Ascot Racecourse – 7 miles from Magna House
    See champions crowned at the thrilling finale to the British Flat season. The world-class racing includes four Group 1s throughout the afternoon with the very best horses, jockeys and trainers competing for £4 million in prize money, making this the nation’s richest raceday.
  • Denbies Spooky Halloween Train Ride – 28th October – 1st November – Denbies Vineyard – 25 miles from Magna House
    Enjoy a spooky trip around the vineyard this Halloween on our Outdoor Train Tour! Keep an eye out for the creepy crawlies hiding in the forest and tick them off in your Halloween passport as you go! Your tickets include a Vineyard Train Ride, a Children’s activity Spooky passport & pencil pack and a tea or filter coffee in the Conservatory Restaurant.
  • Fireworks Spectacular Family Raceday – Saturday 2nd November – Ascot Racecourse – 7 miles from Magna House
    Escape the norm this November and embrace the extraordinary at Ascot. Prepare to be dazzled by frivolous fairground rides, enthralling live entertainment and over 20,000 fireworks. Jumps racing returns with a bang, crackle and boom at Ascot’s Fireworks Spectacular. Welcoming the 2024/25 Jumps season in style, Ascot’s Fireworks Spectacular sets the stage for an array of exceptional races, including one you really won’t want to miss – the Gold Cup Handicap Chase. Alongside the racetrack, families can indulge in an array of spooky activities and enjoy the thrill of timeless fairground rides, free until 4pm, £1 charitable donation per ride thereafter.
  • Elkie Brooks – The Long Farewell Tour – Saturday 2nd November – G Live, Guildford – 17 miles from Magna House
    A celebration of Elkie’s award winning career in music performing some of her biggest hits including Pearl’s A Singer, Lilac Wine, Fool (If You think It’s Over) Don’t Cry Out Loud, Blues, Rock, Jazz & material from her eagerly anticipated new album. Joined of course by her incredible band. An exceptional performer with an unmistakable voice which has earned her the title of ‘British Queen Of Blues’. Elkie never fails to captivate her audience.
  • An Evening with Jimmy Anderson – Sunday 10th November – G Live Guildford – 17 miles from Magna House
    Following his recent retirement, hear from one of England’s greatest ever pace bowlers, Jimmy Anderson to mark the release of his new autobiography.
  • Guildford Cathedral Christmas Fair – 22nd and 23rd November – Guildford Cathedral – 16 miles from Magna House
    A delightful shopping adventure with over 50 stalls offering a stunning array of bespoke Christmas gifts, decorations, spirits, jewellery, accessories, and more – all in a truly unique setting! Explore the Cathedral Shop for unique Christmas gifts, and recharge at Seasons, their Café/Restaurant, where you can enjoy delicious drinks, snacks, and lunches. Entry is just £3 per person at the door.
  • Now That’s What I Call a Musical – 26th – 30th November – New Victoria Theatre Woking – 11 miles from Magna House
    Celebrating 40 years of iconic and chart-topping compilation albums, this brand-new musical comedy has an unbeatable 80s soundtrack and show-stopping direction and choreography by Strictly Come Dancing’s Craig Revel Horwood. This is an event you won’t want to miss. This fun-filled evening is bursting with some of the greatest hits from the 80’s: Gold, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Tainted Love, Hey Mickey, Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves and many more! Starring award winning comedy actress and EastEnders star Nina Wadia and Melissa Jacques (I Should Be So Lucky UK and Ireland Tour, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie West End & LA) who will be joined on stage by special guest and pop icon, T’Pau’s Carol Decker — performing one of her biggest hits, China In Your Hand!
  • Sleeping Beauty – 6th December – 5th January – New Victoria Theatre Woking – 11 miles from Magna House
    Once upon a time in a land far away, Princess Aurora is given a twenty-first birthday present by her evil aunt Carabosse. By pricking her finger on an enchanted spinning wheel she is placed under a cruel curse and forced to sleep for 100 years.  Leading the cast will be stage, screen and pantomime legend, the one-and-only Christopher Biggins as The Spirit of Dreams, along with Steps singer and musical theatre star Faye Tozer as Carabosse and illusionist, puppeteer and actor Richard Cadell (accompanied by his friend Sooty!) as Muddles. Joining them will be west-end performers Will Richardson as the Prince and Rhiane Drummond as Princess Aurora.
  • Howden Christmas Racing Weekend – 20th and 21st December – Ascot Racecourse – 7 miles from Magna House
    Celebrate the festive season in style at Ascot’s final race meeting of the year, featuring fantastic racing and great festive food and drink off the track. The racing is set to be thrilling, with a quality Jumps card on the Friday featuring the Grade 2 Howden Noel Novices’ Chase, won by subsequent Cheltenham Festival winners Simonsig and Politologue in the past, as well as a Listed Bumper that rounds off a great day on the track.