THE DECEMBER LOWDOWN…
Posted by Francesca De Franco on 30 Nov 2023
🎄🎅🏽❄️It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…
There is so much happening throughout December and there’s something for everyone whether you celebrate Christmas or not. Plus lots to keep the kids entertained over the holidays. Here’s your lowdown.
Craft My Day – Christmas Workshops
Get into the festive spirit with Craft My Day’s Christmas Craft Extravaganza, which is running throughout the festive period. Dive into the joy of holiday crafting with an array of workshops. Create stunning natural wreaths, embroidered cushions, festive cards, and charming tree decorations. Unleash your creativity with beautiful jewellery making, sew personalised makeup bags, or craft heartwarming needle-felted gifts for your nearest and dearest.
For full details and booking go to: https://craftmyday.live.baluu.co.uk/l/christmas-workshops-1697806588
Merland Rise Christmas Market
Merland Rise Church is hosting a Christmas Market on Friday, 1st December from 3-6pm. It’s free entry and there’ll be lots to see and do including kids crafts and games, Christmas food and drink, Santa’s grotto and of course market stalls.
Ewell Grove Christmas Fair
The Ewell Grove school Christmas Fair is on Friday, 1st December (4-6pm).
It’s free entry and there’ll be the chance to meet Santa in his grotto as well as take part in games and competitions. There’ll also be a BBQ and mulled wine. Stalls are cash only but food and drink can be paid with card.
Comedy @ The Horton
Comedy comes to The Horton on Friday, 1st December (8pm) – Louise Atkinson, Joey Page, Matt Stellingwerf and headlined by magical-comedy star of Britain’s Got Talent El Baldhiniho!
“One of the most versatile newer acts on the circuit, his brand of magic comedy and spoof mind-reading always hits the spot – whether at professional comedy clubs, cabaret nights, theatre shows, student nights, family friendly festivals or events for children.”
Tickets £20; for more information and booking go here.
Cheam Village Christmas Fayre
The annual Cheam Village Christmas Fayre will be taking place this year on Friday, 1st December (5pm-9pm). There are lots of exciting activities and events planned, including Santa’s workshop, live music, plenty of food and drink, and of course the fantastic Christmas lights switch on.
Ewell Artisan Market
This popular market usually held in The Grove in Ewell Village will be held in Bourne Hall on Saturday, 2nd December.
A showcase for local businesses, products and producers, you’ll be treated to an array of goods including: wooden hand crafted gifts and toys, art, decor and vintage items; homewares, honey and beeswax products, handmade jewellery, fresh pastries and artisan breads; speciality coffee, award-winning preserves, herbs and spices; ladies clothing and accessories; handmade soap, body butters and vegan skincare products, bamboo eco-friendly products and more!
Brunch with Santa @ The Derby Arms
Santa is coming back to visit his favourite pub, The Derby Arms! Saturday 2nd, 9th and 16th December your little one can enjoy brunch (from set menu) a drink and get to meet Santa where he will give your little one a special gift pack too! Booking here.
Stoneleigh Library Lego Club
Head to the Stoneleigh Library Family Lego Club on Saturday, December 2nd (10.30am-11.30am) for a fun-filled morning of creativity and building! This FREE event is aimed at children aged 5-12 along with parent/carer to have fun together.
Although free, a ticket needs to be booked for every family member including adults. Head here to book.
There is a different theme each month and finished models can be placed on display in the library for everyone to admire.
Santa Landing – Priory Park
Santa will be landing by helicopter at Priory Park on Saturday, 2nd December. Join from 9.30am for a magical morning where children will get the opportunity to meet Father Christmas and tell him one last time that they have been good! Bring all the family, enjoy the morning and please dig deep for charity.
Activities include:
* Father Christmas arriving in Helicopter
* Santa’s Photo Booth Grotto
* Fairground Rides
* Face Painting
* Balloon Modelling
* Hot Food & Drink
* Mulled Wine
* Sweet Treats
* Pizza Van
For the latest details visit the Facebook page.
Carshalton Frost Fair
The Carshalton Frost Fair, which takes place in the beautiful setting of Carshalton Ponds, is on Saturday, 2nd December from 1pm till 6pm.
This is a traditional winter event with entertainment and activities for all of the family. On the Saturday of the event, as it gets darker, the area is lit with twinkling fairy lights which help create a magical atmosphere. There are two live entertainment/demonstration areas with carol singing, dance, choirs, folk and pop bands.
Outside Honeywood Museum and in the nearby Memorial Gardens and Festival Walk there will be stalls from the Wallington Farmers Market and the Eco-Fair. They bring a varied range of tasty treats and wonderful locally made Christmas gift ideas such as glassware, wooden craft, local art and more. As well as vegetarian catering there will be a tasty hog roast, seasonal food and a bar with warming drinks including mulled wine and hot cider. Charity stalls such as Carshalton Lavender and Fairtrade Sutton will also be there. Run by Ecolocal and Friends of Honeywood Museum, more info can be found at: www.carshaltonfrostfair.org.uk
Christmas Market & Laser Show at Epsom Social
On Saturday, December 2nd head down to Epsom Social for a host of Christmas fun and shopping. Market stalls will be open from 11am. There’ll be live music and entertainment throughout the day and laser shows from 5pm.
Glyn School Christmas Fair
It’s the Glyn School Christmas Fair on Saturday, December 2nd, and stalls include: arts & crafts, jewellery, gifts, Christmas decorations, pet accessories (and much more!!!).
There will be refreshments available to purchase at the event. Please note stall holders will be accepting cash payments only.
Ewell St Mary’s Morris Men at Swan Centre
On Saturday, December 2nd, Swan Centre, Leatherhead will welcome the Ewell St Mary’s Morris Men who will be performing at 12:30pm and 2:30pm at this FREE Christmas event.⠀
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Find out more about all Swan Centre Christmas events here.
Ashtead Park Garden Centre – Festive Family Fun
This year Santa will be returning to Ashtead Park Garden Centre (Pleasure Pit Road, KT21 1HU) on the 2nd, 3rd and 9th of December, where he will be in his Christmas Pudding Grotto!
Your child will meet Santa in his cosy and quirky grotto where they can have a chat and then receive a very special gift.
There will also be an opportunity to donate to The Royal Marsden.
Prices: £12 per child (Adults FREE)
Tel: 01372 273891 Email: info@ashteadpark.com For more information or to book visit the website here.
Christmas Fundraising Fete in Aid of Great Ormond Street
The Rhodrons Club in Chessington is hosting a Christmas Fete in aid of GOSH on Sunday, 3rd December (12-4pm). There’ll be sweet treats, gifts and even a special visit from Santa. Donation on entry. Details above.
Christmas Events at Ruxley Church
Ruxley Church has a whole host of varied services over the Christmas period starting with the Christingle Service on Sunday, December 3rd.
For more details see above or visit: https://www.ruxley-church.org.uk/ or their instagram.
Sunday Comedy Night
Get ready for a night of side-splitting laughter as Epsom Social presents the “Sunday Night Comedy” on Sunday, 3rd December from 7pm, featuring an incredible lineup of comedic talent that will leave you in stitches! More info and tickets here.
West Ashtead Primary School Christmas Fair
It’s the West Ashtead Primary School Christmas Fair on Sunday, December 3rd (11.30am-2.30pm). There’s a lot happening:
- Father Christmas in his grotto (with advance tickets only £4 per child).
- Elfridge’s Secret Present Room: A special place for the kids to purchase and wrap gifts for us parents.
- Christmas Market Stalls: 10 local businesses including beauty, food, and Christmas gifts.
- Year 6 Festive Games: Join in the fun with Year 6 festive games and face painting.
- Delicious Food: Enjoy brunch butties, burgers, cakes, hot drinks and Mulled Wine.
- Christmas Raffle: Lots of amazing prizes to won!
Christmas Services at St Mary’s Ewell
St Mary’s, Ewell has Christmas services on December 3rd, 17th, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. See above for further details and head to the Facebook page for latest information.
Santa’s Christmas Wish 2023 at Epsom Playhouse
Santa’s Christmas Wish is a festive, song-filled, interactive family show particularly suitable for 2-8 year olds. It lasts 45 minutes and is followed by a special meet, greet and treat with Father Christmas himself (every child will receive a special present). It runs from Sunday, 3rd December to Sunday, 24th December at the Epsom Playhouse.
For more information go to: www.santashows.co.uk and for booking: https://www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk/shows/santas-christmas-wish-2023
Ashtead Park Garden Centre – Cookies with Santa
There’ll be Cookies With Santa at Ashtead Garden Centre at 3.45pm on the 4th, 11th and 18th of December.
Join Santa in The Olive Tree Restaurant for a magical story, a chat and maybe a sing song. Your child’s ticket includes a hot chocolate, a cookie and a special gift!
Prices: £12 per child £5 per adult (includes a tea, coffee or hot chocolate).
Tel: 01372 273891 Email: info@ashteadpark.com For more information or to book visit the website here.
Neil Sands Presents Christmas Memories at the Epsom Playhouse
Neil Sands and his amazing cast are back once again in a heartwarming and sparkling afternoon of festive nostalgia with the new 2023 production of their smash hit Christmas show on Monday 4th December at 2.30pm.
Join them for a dazzling afternoon of festive memories. The show will feature over 60 of your all-time favourite Christmas songs and Carols that will have you singing along from start to finish, evoking many wonderful memories of Christmases past.
For more information or to book visit the website here.
Christmas Wreath Making @ The Well House Inn
The Well House Inn is hosting a wreath making evening on Tuesday, 5th December (6pm for a 6.30pm start). The £85 price includes dinner, a glass of Prosecco or mulled wine and a mince pie plus all the materials and expertise of Flowers By Liz.
Contact on: 01737830640 or email: info@thewellhouseinn.co.uk to book.
Ashtead Youth Choir Christmas Concert
The Ashtead Youth Choir Christmas Concert is taking place on Tuesday, 5th December from 6.15pm at St Giles’ Church Ashtead. This event is free to attend.
Epsom Rotary Carol Singing, Father Christmas and Tilly the Train
Epsom Rotary will start spreading their festive cheer with Carol singing and Father Christmas and Tilly the Train visits from Wednesday 6th December, find out all the dates and times over on Kat’s blog here.
BBL Design Wreath Making Workshop
Make your own wreath at Bbl with the experienced team, enjoy nibbles and a glass of Prosecco on Wednesday 6th December, 6-8pm. They will provide you with all you need to make a traditional door-wreath on the standard option. Deluxe will allow you to have your own choice of decorations using added luxury items and foliage’s on a bespoke design examples are Feathers, Eucalyptus, Baul bauls, Extra dried Fruit and other Christmas decor items. More info and bookings can be found on the website here.
Winter Illumunations @ The Childrens Trust
This December the Children’s Trust are welcoming the local community of supporters to Tadworth Court for their Winter Illuminations event between the 7th – 9th December, 5 – 8pm. See the mansion and gardens lit up as you have never seen them before. Indulge in a hot chocolate or mulled wine; perfect for keeping hands warm as you enjoy some festive songs from local performers. (Joining in is welcome – and encouraged!). Have a potter around stalls selling gifts and treats. Don’t forget to toast marshmallows and warm those tummies up, too.
The evening is sure to give you some winter cheer – all whilst raising vital funds for children with brain injury.
For more information or to book visit the website here.
Quiz Night @ The Ginistry
Get your friends together to make up a team for a fun Quiz Night at The Ginistry on Thursday 7th December. More info and events here.
Beats and Baubles @ The Derby Arms
Enjoy the new festive menu or pop by for drinks and live music at the Derby Arms Thursday 7th, 14th and 21st December. More info here.
Ewell Yule
‘Ewell Yule’ is the annual community Christmas event in Ewell Village. This year it’s taking place on Friday, December 8th (5pm-8.30pm). There’ll be lots of Christmas shopping opportunities, entertainment, activities for the kids, plenty of festive cheer and even an opportunity to visit Santa. Check back on the Ewell Yule Facebook page as more details are confirmed.
Candlelit Christmas Concert at Christ Church Epsom
Head down to the beautiful Christ Church, Epsom on Friday, December 8th for an evening of music from solo singers, local bands, Laine Theatre Arts Choir and the Heart & Soul Community Choir. There will be unique gifts available and delicious festive treats in the adjoining hall from 7pm. A wonderfully festive evening to get you into the Christmas spirit.
For booking go here: https://www.jumblebee.co.uk/candlelitchristmasconcertatchristchurch
St Clement’s Catholic Primary School – Christmas Fair
The St Clement’s Catholic Primary School Christmas Fair is taking place on Saturday, 9th December (12pm-3pm).
It’s free entry and there’ll be plenty of entertainment, stalls and festive fun including Father Christmas.
Ascension Training Epsom – Christmas party
With interactive activities, Ascension Training is not only testing your mind with its Quiz night on Saturday, December 9th (6.30pm), but also your physical and quizzical thinking in its in-between challenges.
Children’s Christmas Crafts at Christ Church Ewell
On Saturday, 9th December (2pm-4pm) at Christ Church Ewell there’ll be a Children’s Christmas Crafts event.
There’ll be lots of fun things to make and do with a great selection of Christmas Craft activities, games, snacks, plus a warm ‘Coffee Zone’ for parents to relax and chat together. Parents are welcome to stay.
£3 per child. For children in school years R (Reception) to Year 6. To book your place please text or WhatsApp 07840 904001.
The Glory of Ancient Greece at Bourne Hall
Enter a world of gods, battles and heroes at Bourne Hall Kids Club on Saturday, 9th December (1pm to 2.30pm).
Hear the story of Pheidippides and the Battle of Marathon. Be amazed by his feat of heroism and ultimate sacrifice which helped the Greeks to a stunning victory over their traditional enemies, the Persians.
See the arms and armour of a hoplite and discover how they were used. Find out for yourself if you are fit enough to run a marathon in full equipment and gain the honour of being both a Greek hero and unwitting founder of a modern Olympic sport.
£5 per child. Further information available from David Brooks, Bourne Hall Museum, Spring Street, EWELL, KT17 1UF
Tel 020 8394 1734, Email dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
Christmas wreath making
Would you like to learn how to make your very own Christmas Door Wreath with fresh greenery in time for the festive season? If so, St Mary’s Ewell is running a Christmas Door Wreath Workshop (£20 each) on Saturday, 9th December (9.45am for 10am start).
If you would like to book a place, please email: flowers@stmarysewell.com
Wey Valley Advanced Motorcyclists in Aid of The Children’s Trust
Ever seen lots of Santas on motorcycles? Here’s your chance! Wey Valley Advanced Motorcyclists (WVAM) has its annual charity toy run on Saturday, 9th December, in aid of the Children’s Trust Tadworth. Everyone will be dressed up as will the bikes.
Timings for stops en route are approximate and shown above. Please come along to wave them on!
Christmas at Epsom Library
Epsom Library will be hosting a range of Junior events over the holidays starting on Saturday, December 9th. You can book tickets at the Epsom Library Helpdesk or via email: epsom.library@surreycc.gov.uk.
Saturday 9th December, 14.30-15.30
Decorate your own Christmas gift bag and angel.
£3 per child.
Booking is essential.
(For ages, 3-12 yrs)
Wednesday 20th December, 10.30am-11.00am
Christmas Rhyme Time With Pebble Penguin
In The Learning Centre.
Free event, booking is essential.
(For under 5 yrs)
Thursday 21st December, 10.30am-11.00am
Regular Rhyme Time with Pebble Penguin.
In The Children’s area.
Free event. No need to book.
(For under 5 yrs)
Friday 22nd December, 10.30am-11.00am
Christmas Rhyme Time With Pebble Penguin
In The Learning Centre.
Free event, booking is essential.
(For under 5 yrs)
Thursday 21st December, 3.30pm-4.30pm
Christmas Crafternoon.
Making 3 Christmas Decorations
In The Learning Centre.
£3 per child. Booking is essential.
(For 4 yrs +)
A Jolly Good Time at Bourne Hall
This year Bourne Hall will be hosting a full week of Christmas Festivities from the Saturday, 9th December until Saturday, 16th of December inclusive. Here are the details:
Saturday, 9th December: A day full of fun for all the family with the grand opening of the Christmas Grotto, a line-up of performances from local dance schools, and at the end of the day the Mayor will be doing Bourne Hall’s Big Christmas light switch on! Light switch on will be at 4.30pm. A free day out for all the family!
Monday, 11th December: Jade Sibley from Hook Heath Flower Farm will be hosting a Christmas wreath making class. Bringing flowers and dried foliage straight from the farm to Bourne Hall, she’ll be teaching you how to design and assemble your very own wreath. Taking place from 7pm-9pm in the Begonia Room. It is £60.00 a ticket and can be booked through her website; booking includes a complimentary drink: https://www.hookheathflowers.co.uk/product-page/christmas-wreath-making-workshop
Tuesday, 12th December: Head Chef Anita Chappel will be running a Christmas cake decorating workshop, helping you create your very own festive snacks from 17:30-19:00 in the Begonia room. Please enquire for pricing.
Wednesday, 13th December: As the nights lengthen and the year grows old, honour the darkness in the company of veteran storyteller Jeremy Harte. From a place of dust and shadows, he brings you age-old tales of seasonal superstitions from the cold heart of winter. (19:00-20:00 Rose Room) Free Entry
Thursday, 14th December: Join for a festive fun screening of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, a heart-warming tale for all ages. The flying Saucer Cafe tuck shop will open for all your movie snack needs! (18:00-20:30 Rose Room Rated PG) Free event.
Friday, 15th December: Jade Sibley is back again from Hook Heath Flower Farm to host a Christmas wreath making class. Bringing flowers and dried foliage straight from the farm to Bourne Hall, she’ll be teaching you how to design and assemble your very own wreath. Taking place from 7pm-9pm in the Begonia Room. £60.00 a ticket booked through her website, booking includes a Drink) https://www.hookheathflowers.co.uk/product-page/christmas-wreath-making-workshop
Saturday, 16th December: Head down to The Flying Saucer Café to listen to the Sounds of the Dragonfly Sky Band, surrounded by Festive snacks and Drinks.
Santa’s Grotto will be open from 10am-4pm
Due to it being Santa’s busiest time of year he will only be able to ‘Meet and Greet’ on the 9th and 16th December. However, from the 9th until the 16th there will be a post box in his grotto to send him a letter and plenty of Christmas card photo opportunities for the whole family! There will also be some candy canes for good children!
The Jam Place Charity Christmas Arts & Crafts Market
The Jam Place are holding their Arts & Crafts market on Saturday, 9th December 12pm – 3pm buy gifts and decorations whilst supporting this great charity. Entry is FREE more info on the website here.
Gymboree Play & Music Cheam – Christmas Parties
Three Gymboree Christmas Parties are taking place on Saturday, 9th December (suitable for 0-5 year olds). Details above. Head over to the website to book online: https://www.gymbo.co.uk/locations/cheam
Carols at the Stables
Join Epsom RDA & All Saints Church West Ewell on Sunday, December 10th (from 5pm) for a magical fairy light twinkling night to get everyone feeling festive. Snuggle up with your family and friends, and start the season with a song!
Light event at Epsom Methodist Church
Join this all age, round table, creativity and celebration event at Epsom Methodist Church on Sunday, 10th December (10.30am-12pm) with breakfast served from 10.15am.
For more details go to: https://www.epsommethodistchurch.org.uk
Market in the Mansion
A new Christmas market is coming to Cheam Village, inside the historical Nonsuch Mansion on Sunday, December 10th (10am-4pm). A cosy indoor market awaits, glittered in twinkling lights and mistletoe. Aromas of mulled wine, hot chocolate and mince pies will fill the air, with loads of festive fun, food and shopping. The perfect place to get into the festive spirit and find those unique gifts and unusual stocking fillers!
There will be over 20 stalls with a variety of festive gifts and crafts. Entry to the market is only £5 with all proceeds from the tickets going to the Hospice. Children under 16 are free.
To book go to: https://www.straphaels.org.uk/Event/christmasmarket23
DC Sports School Christmas Party
Taking place on Monday 11th December at 5pm – 6pm. Entry is FREE and open to all, expect fun football games, Christmas gifts, prizes and sweets.
Register for FREE here.
The Mead Infant School and Auriol Junior School Festive Night
It’s The Mead Infant School and Auriol Junior School Festive Night on Wednesday, December 13th (4pm-6pm).
There’ll be plenty of game stalls, bouncy castle, BBQ, mulled wine and Prosecco, tombola, independent stalls and much more. Full details above.
Beats and Bubbles @ Epsom College
You’re invited to the Christmas Special at Epsom College on Wednesday, 13th December.
Featuring BOUNCE BEATS (7pm – 7:45pm) and followed by drinks and nibbles after class to celebrate the final class before the Christmas break. Beginners welcome.
Spaces are limited so please book your place as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Short Stories Tall Tales – The Night Before Christmas @ The Horton
On Wednesday, 13th December (11.30am & 1.30pm) head to The Horton for a live, sensory first theatre experience from Short Stories Tall Tales. Hannah Summers brings classic, modern and original stories to life. Immerse your little ones imaginations through live performance, fully interactive role-play, props, music and creative drama. An exciting adventure into stories and exploration through the senses.
For more details and booking go here.
Merland Rise Live Nativity
Merland Rise will be running its live Nativity again this year on Saturday, December 16th (two showings: 1.45pm & 3pm), after its success last Christmas. Join them as they retell the Christmas story with a live cast (both two and four legged actors); sing some carols and warm up with some hot drinks and food too! Tickets can be booked on the website at: merlandrisechurch.org.uk.
The Wizard Of Oz Panto 2023
From Friday 15th December to Monday 1st January at the Epsom Playhouse. This is a must see for the whole family!
Follow Dorothy as she starts her adventure into the magical land of Oz. With the help of her friends; The Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow.
A traditional family show that is filled with joy and laughter sprinkled with the usual panto magic.
For information on times or to book visit the website here.
Christmas French Workshop
Join ALTétude French Tutoring for a festive adventure on selected dates in December!
This Christmas, they have a magical French workshop specially designed for children aged 5-10.
Discover the enchantment of the holiday season with a unique blend of creative activities, games, and delightful learning experiences, all while immersed in the captivating world of French culture. Get ready for a jolly journey filled with joy, laughter, and the spirit of Noël!
For more details and booking go to the Facebook page.
Grow Cook Enjoy Gingerbread House Workshop
Join Grow Cook Enjoy on Saturday 16th December at Concorde Hall Epsom For a fun Gingerbread House and Edible Decoration Workshop. Under 5s adults stay OR may be have one delivered to your home to decorate there. For home decorating, they will make and deliver a gingerbread house for you to decorate at home. Grow Cook Enjoy will provide the house and icing. You need to just provide sweets to decorate.
For more info visit https://www.growcookenjoy.co.uk/holiday-workshops
Festive Flamenco at St. Mary’s Ewell
Ben Bruant and Will Cashel are duo, a highly successful act, which plays ‘songs you know in ways you probably don’t’
in a style fusing flamenco, pop and classical music. They’ll be playing their festive flamenco live at St. Mary’s Ewell on Saturday, 16th December (7.30pm).
For more details go to the Facebook page.
Epsom Vineyard Church – Christmas Extravaganza
Head down to Epsom Social on Saturday, 16th December (2-5pm and band from 8pm) for FREE Christmas activities and fun during the day and the evening with Epsom Vineyard Church.
Find out more details on their website: www.epsomvineyard.org/christmas
NEAT Christmas Party
Tickets are now live for the NEAT Christmas party on Saturday, 17th December (1.00pm-4.00pm) and NEAT HQ, Epsom.
It’s Christmas fun for all families at the NEAT Christmas party:
– Meet Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a gift chosen just for you!
– Lots of fun activities throughout the day:
🎄 sweet hunts
🎄 Christmas games
🎄 food and drink
🎄 music
🎄face painting & much more
For more information please message neatoffice@yahoo.com
Father Christmas at the Fire Station Grotto
Head to your local fire station and meet Father Christmas in his special grotto. Enjoy a cuppa with Mrs Christmas and see the crews.
Epsom Fire Station: Monday, 18th December – 2.30pm-6.30pm
Leatherhead Fire Station: Tuesday, 19th December – 2.30pm-6.30pm
Painshill Fire Station: Wednesday, 20th December – 2.30pm-6.30pm
All profits to the Fire Fighters Charity. Booking essential: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/50348/sessions
Try-Sport Christmas Camps at Ebbisham Sports Club
If you’re looking for activities to keep the kids busy over the festive season, Ebbisham Sports Club is running Christmas holiday sports camps (Try-Sports Camps) on the 18th, 19th & 20th of December (from 9am-3.30pm).
Try-Sport camps are an ideal introduction to a variety of different sports for children aged 7-14 years old. They’re an enjoyable way for children to start playing sport and feature coaching, games and social activities. Children will learn new sports skills, make friends, and grow their confidence
For more information or to book please email admin@ebbishamsportsclub.com
Bambinos and Me – Christmas Calm Yoga & Craft
Start the holidays with your child learning yoga, breathing and relaxation techniques, which will support them through the holidays. At the Bambinos and Me session, which is being held at All Things Nice on Monday, 18th December (10am-11.30am), children will make a Christmas craft and make their own reindeer food and end with a cozy Christmas meditation and relaxation.
For children aged 5-12 years; the cost is £15 per child. Booking via the link https://bambinos-and-me.class4kids.co.uk/
Snow Play at The Horton Epsom
Running from 19th to 23rd of December Snow Play is an interactive seasonal show where there is a showdown between Winter and Spring over who gets to stay and who has to go away.
The smash hit production has been hailed as:
“Wonderful” by the Metro and received rave reviews from the Evening Standard:
“A fantastic, utterly enchanting show. Children and adults will be captivated.”
A show which will have the entire family captivated!
Snow Play is 50 minutes long and is highly recommended for children aged 3+ and their families.
For more information or to book visit the website here.
Cave Painting at Bourne Hall Kids Club
Back by popular demand! Discover how and why cave paintings were created at Bourne Hall Museum Kids Club on Wednesday, 20th December (11am-12pm & 2pm-3pm), and then by flickering light try to create your own cave painting in Bourne Hall’s very own ‘caves’.
‘In the deep time of prehistory early men crawled down into the darkest caves and used light from primitive candles to paint pictures of themselves and the animals they hunted. They left behind a vivid record of their way of life and some clues of what they believed in.’
Two identical sessions will be run, please book to reserve your place; maximum 16 children. £5 per child. Email: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk / 0208 394 1734.
Starstruck Dance Academy – Christmas Workshop
Starstruck Dance Academy is running a Christmas Workshop, on Wednesday, December 20th (10.30am-2pm) at Auriol school, Stoneleigh. There’ll be lots of great activities and a free sweetie stall! Contact Laura on 07834 698 704 to book.
Giggles Christmas Party
Join Giggles Soft Play for a two hour Christmas party on Thursday, December 21st (10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm). There’ll be full use of the soft play along with party food, biscuit decorating and lots Christmassy fun.
Bookings via the website: www.gigglessoftplay.co.uk
Disco Totz Christmas Party
Join Disco Totz on Friday, 22nd December as they celebrate Christmas with a visit from Santa!
Taking place at Merland Rise Church, Tadworth, the event includes:
1hour Disco party with dancing, singing, party games, instruments, bubbles, disco lights and much more!
Santa visit
Santa photo opportunity
Present for all children
Disco Totz sticker!
All details can be found on their booking website: www.discototz.com
St Paul’s, 15 Northey Avenue, Cheam SM2 7HS
Christingle Service – Saturday 9 Dec 4.30pm
Contemporary Carols – Sunday 17 Dec 6pm
Traditional Carols – Friday 22 Dec 7pm
Crib Service – Sunday 24 Dec 4pm
Midnight Communion – Sunday 24 Dec 11pm
St Barnabas: Temple Road, Epsom KT19 8HA
Crib Service – Tuesday 12 December 10am
Beer & Carols – Friday 15 December 7pm
Traditional Carols – Sunday 17 December 10.15am
Crib Service – Sunday 24 Dec 10.15am
Candlelit Service – Sunday 24 December 5pm
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🎄🎅🏽❄️Have a wonderful Christmas if you celebrate, enjoy all the festive and non-festive events of the season and most importantly enjoy time with your nearest and dearest.
If you know of anyone who will be on their own on Christmas Day, you may want to pass on details of Churches Together in Ewell who’ll be hosting a Christmas Dinner with festive entertainments: https://www.ctewell.org.uk/
Fran x
