THE JUNE LOWDOWN – RECAP…
Posted by Francesca De Franco on 14 Jun 2026
Here’s your June Lowdown – recap…
Mayfield Secret Lavender Garden (Epsom)
The gorgeous Secret Lavender Garden in Epsom will be opening for it’s second summer season opening on Monday, 15th June.
New for the 2026 season are limited-entry Lavender Daze and Sunset Sessions, which invite you to experience the garden at different times of day during a designated two-hour time slot. From relaxed daytime visits, where families can wander through the fragrant lavender rows, explore and take part in the free Bee & Butterfly Exploration Trail, to the atmospheric evenings where the fields are bathed in golden light and provide the ideal opportunity for stunning photographs.
Find out more and book tickets here.
Early Week Set Menu @ Spaghetti Tree
Head to the Spaghetti Tree Monday–Thursday for the Early Week Set Menu: two courses including a pint of lager or house wine for only £20.
From crispy arancini, authentic pizza, comforting pasta and all your favourite Italian classics… Good food. Great vibes.
📍 Walton-on-the-Hill – KT20
📍 Warlingham – CR6
📍 Shirley – CR0
For more details and booking, go to: https://www.spaghettitree.co.uk/
June Events at The Eight Bells, Ewell 🎶🍻
The Eight Bells in Ewell has a packed programme of entertainment lined up throughout June, with live music, special events and plenty of reasons to visit this popular local pub.
Kicking things off on Friday 5th June is the Ladies Day After Party with DJ Random, followed by a month of live bands, solo singers, Morris Dancers, a Garage Brunch, Father’s Day celebrations, a Menopause Café and even live World Cup action on the big screens.
Whether you’re looking for great live music, a relaxed drink with friends or a fun community event, there’s something for everyone at The Eight Bells this June.
📍 The Eight Bells, Ewell
Cocktail Making Classes at Spaghetti Tree
Ever fancied yourself as the next Tom Cruise in Cocktail? 😏
Join the Spaghetti Tree for their BRAND NEW Cocktail Making Classes for just £35 per person and learn from their experienced mixologists!
What’s Included?
✨ Welcome Glass of Prosecco or a Pint of House Lager on arrival
🍹 Make 3 cocktails of your choice
🥃 Finish with a shot of Tequila Rose
⏰ 90 minutes of fun, laughter & cocktails
👥 Bookings of 4 or more
Perfect for birthdays, hen parties, team nights out or just an excuse to gather the crew! 🍾
📍 Spaghetti Tree, Walton on Thames https://www.spaghettitree.co.uk/
Places and Spaces at The Horton
The Horton is launching Places & Spaces, a vibrant new exhibition celebrating the places local young creatives love most. We will be showcasing pieces created by artists aged 7–18, the exhibition invites children and teenagers to explore Epsom & Ewell through art, from parks, streets and shopfronts to hidden corners, local landmarks and everyday spaces that tell a story.
📅 Wednesday 17th June – Sunday 30th June
⏰ 9:15am
📍 The Horton Epsom
🎟️ FREE entry https://thehortonepsom.org/events/places-spaces-exhibition-2026/
St Helier Abseil
The St Helier Abseil is BACK for 2026!
After such an amazing first year, we’re so excited to bring this incredible community event back — and we’d love to see even more local faces getting involved this time!
📅 Thursday, 18th June
This is your chance to join neighbours, friends, local NHS staff, and patients in doing something truly unforgettable — abseiling down St Helier Hospital 😲
Whether you took part last year or cheered from the ground, why not get involved this time? Bring a friend, sign up as a team, or come along to support — it’s all about our community coming together 💙
💥 Why it matters to our local community
Last year, local participants raised an incredible £55,000 — funding equipment, improving patient spaces, and supporting staff wellbeing right here at St Helier. Every penny stayed local and made a real difference.
💡 Never abseiled before? No problem!
You don’t need any experience — just a bit of courage and community spirit 😊
👉 How to take part:
• Entry: £25
• Fundraising target: £145 (for a ward or department that means something to you or your family)
• Full support from a friendly local charity team
🎯 Fancy taking the leap?
Find out more:
www.esthcharity.org.uk/abseil-st-helier-2026/
Sign up here:
https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/AbseilStHelier2026
Epsom Fanzone at Metropolis Epsom
Expect match day atmosphere in the heart of Epsom with live DJs, entertainment, giant screens, bars, food and all the energy of a true fan park experience, dates are:
England vs Croatia – Wednesday 17th June
England vs Ghana – Tuesday 23rd June
England vs Panama – Saturday 27th June
🎟️ from £14
📍Metropolis Epsom, Derby Square
Read more about this here.
Mates & Dates at Godstone Farm
Looking for a fun, grown-up night out with a twist? Mates & Dates at Godstone Farm is back and tickets are already selling fast.
This relaxed evening event offers the perfect mix of great food, drinks, music and a unique farm setting, ideal for a catch-up with friends or a different kind of date night.
📅 Friday, 19th June
📍 Godstone Farm, Tilburstow Hill Road, Godstone, RH9 8LX
What to expect:
🎶 Live music & feel-good vibes
🍔 Street food & drinks available to purchase
🐾 Animal encounters
🎠 Access to the play barn (yes, even for grown-ups!)
🌿 Beautiful countryside setting
🎟️ Earlybird tickets: £15 (limited time). On the gate: £19. Book here.
Garage Bingo Night at Metropolis
Get ready for a high-energy night at Garage Bingo
We’re turning up the vibes with a mix of classic bingo, garage anthems, and big prizes throughout the night. Expect fast-paced rounds, throwback tracks, and a lively atmosphere that keeps you on your feet between games.
Whether you’re here to win, vibe, or just enjoy a different kind of night out, Garage Bingo brings the perfect blend of music, competition, and good energy. Grab your friends, secure your seats, and get ready for a night of non-stop fun.
🎶 Garage beats
🎁 Prizes to be won
🍹 Drinks flowing all night
📅 Friday 19th June, kicking off
⏰ 7pm until midnight
🎟️ Tickets from £5, more info here
📍Metropolis Epsom, Derby Square
Monthly Bingo Night at The Cock Inn
Looking for a fun night out with friends? The Cock Inn in Headley hosts a monthly Bingo Night, combining classic bingo, great prizes and a lively atmosphere.
The next event takes place on Friday 19th June, with eyes down from 7:30pm. Entry is just £5 per person, and there are plenty of chances to win while enjoying an evening of games and entertainment.
Why not make a night of it? Happy Hour runs from 5:30pm until close, making it the perfect excuse to grab a drink before the bingo begins.
📅 Friday 19th June
⏰ From 7:30pm
💷 £5 per person
📍 The Cock Inn, Headley
Tables can be booked in advance, although walk-ins are welcome. https://www.cockinnheadley.co.uk/
Wildflower Walk
Join the Epsom & Ewell Borough Council ecologist on a Wildflower Walk at Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve, for a guided summer walk through the meadows.
Discover and learn more about our native wildflowers.
📅 Saturday 20 June 2026
🌳 Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve
⌚ 10am to 12.30pm – Meet at 10am in the car park
💰 £5 per adult, £2.50 per child (16 yrs or under)
Email countryside@epsom-ewell.gov.uk or phone 01372 732000 if you have any questions.
Summer Festival @ Bourne Hall
Join Bourne Hall for a fun summer event at Bourne Hall with live music on stage, a variety of stalls, and activities for all ages. A great day out to enjoy the community atmosphere and entertainment.
Keep an eye on socials for updates: https://www.instagram.com/bournehallewell/
📅 Saturday, 20th June
⏰ 12 – 5pm
🎟️ Free Entry
📍Bourne Hall Spring Street Ewell Surrey KT17 1UF
Still to Come at Craft My Day This June
If you’re looking to learn a new skill, get creative or enjoy some crafting time for yourself, there’s still plenty happening at Craft My Day in Worcester Park this month.
Upcoming workshops include:
🐮 Saturday 20th June
• Highland Cow Sculpture (9:30am)
• Zip Cushion with Piping (10am)
🎨 Saturday 27th June
• Sewing Machine Masterclass (10am)
• Sip & Paint Canvas (1:30pm)
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced crafter, these friendly workshops are a great way to learn new techniques and create something special to take home.
📍 Craft My Day, 42 Central Road, Worcester Park, KT4 8HY
For more information and booking details, the website – https://www.craftmyday.com/
Father’s Day at Spaghetti Tree
Dads. Step Dads. Grandads. Godfathers.
This one’s for the legends. ❤️
A day of great food, cold beers, live entertainment and family memories that will last far longer than the socks you were thinking of buying him… 😏
🍽️ À la carte menu & Sunday roasts
🎤 Live entertainment from 1:30PM
🍺 Ice cold pints
📅 Sunday, 21st June
📍 Spaghetti Tree, Walton on Thames – https://www.spaghettitree.co.uk/
Father’s Day at The Cock Inn, Headley
Looking for somewhere to celebrate Father’s Day? The Cock Inn in Headley is treating dads to a little something extra this year.
All dads will receive a free bottle of beer or an Old Fashioned cocktail with every pre-booked meal on Sunday 21st June.
It’s the perfect excuse to gather the family and enjoy a delicious meal together while raising a glass to the father figures in your life.
📅 Sunday 21st June
🍺 Free bottle of beer or Old Fashioned cocktail for all dads with every pre-booked meal
📍 The Cock Inn, Headley
Advance booking is recommended. https://www.cockinnheadley.co.uk/
Father’s Day at Metropolis Epsom
Join Metropolis Epsom for a full day of great food, relaxed vibes, and quality time with the family. Their vendors will be serving up exclusive Father’s Day brunch specials, each offering something unique to make Dad’s day extra special.
Dads can enjoy one complimentary selected beer on them!
It’s the perfect day out for everyone – with free arts & crafts for kids, so the little ones stay entertained while you sit back and enjoy.
✨ All-day event
🍴 Special Father’s Day dishes from every vendor
🍺 Free selected beer for Dad
🎱 Pool games
🎨 Free kids activities
Make it a day to celebrate, relax, and enjoy together.
📅 Sunday 21st June 2026
🎟️ Free Entry book your tickets
📍Metropolis, Derby Square, Epsom
Ewell Grove Summer Fair
📅 Saturday, 27th June 2026
⏰ 12:30pm – 3:30pm
📍 Ewell Grove Primary & Nursery School, 29 West Street, Ewell, KT17 1UZ
Families can look forward to a fun-filled afternoon with stalls, games, sweet treats, food, entertainment and plenty of activities for children of all ages.
There will also be a dedicated SEN Family Quiet Hour from 11:30am – 12:30pm, providing a calmer environment for families who would benefit from a quieter experience.
🎟️ Entry is just £1 per adult, with children attending free.
A fantastic community event and a great way to kick off the summer while supporting Ewell Grove Primary & Nursery School.
The Mead & Auriol Summer Fair Returns
Looking for a family-friendly afternoon this June? The Mead Infant & Nursery School and Auriol Junior School Summer Fair returns on Saturday 27th June, bringing together games, entertainment and community fun for all ages.
Visitors can enjoy a live band, gaming bus, inflatables, face painting, sand art, game stalls, a BBQ, refreshments and plenty of family activities throughout the afternoon. There will also be a raffle and silent auction, alongside a range of external vendors.
A dedicated Family Quiet Hour will run from 12pm–1pm, helping to ensure the event is welcoming and accessible for everyone.
Entry is free, with donations welcomed.
Meadow Primary School’s annual Summer Fair
Will take place on the school field on Sunday, 28th June from 11am to 3pm.
Just like last year, we will run a raffle with over 20 prizes with a total value of £1,300! The top price is a Nintendo Switch and game – kindly donated by The Personal Agent. Tickets will go on sale on Tuesday 02 June at 9am at this link: https://www.peoplesfundraising.com/raffle/2026-meadow-primary-school-summer-fair-raffle
And it’s a great day of fun for the whole family, with bouncy castles, games, a BBQ, a bar, an ice cream van, an entertainment arena with live performances by students; plus a number of external stalls.
Entrance is £1 at the door, and under 12s go free. And it’s all in support of our local school community.
ZEVEFEST
Join us on Sunday, 28th June from 12–4pm on the field for an afternoon packed with family fun, laughter, and community spirit. Introducing our FIRST FAMILY FUN DAY!
Expect:
🎈 Inflatables & games
🎶 Live music & performances
🍔 Delicious food & treats
🛍️ Amazing local sellers
⚽ Activities for all ages
✨ And so much more!
Bring your friends, bring your family, and keep the date free for what promises to be an unforgettable day while raising money for one very special boy 💙.
Follow on Instagram for more details – https://www.instagram.com/zevefest/
St Clement’s Church Summer Fair
St Clement’s Church in Ewell is hosting a family-friendly Summer Fair this June, packed with community fun, games, stalls and refreshments for all ages.
Expect plenty to enjoy including:
• Grand draw
• Cakes & plants
• Children’s games
• Wheel of Fortune
• White elephant stall
• Toys & refreshments
• Breakfast bacon rolls & light lunches 🍰🥓
There’ll also be a human fruit machine and lots more throughout the morning!
📅 Sunday 28th June 2026
⏰ 9:30am – 1:30pm
📍 St Clement’s Church, 307 Kingston Road, Ewell, KT19 0BW
Community
2nd Cuddington Beer Festival
Each of our sessions include live music to match the scene. This is a snap from 2025 during the Copperhead Jacks performance on Saturday evening. They had most of us up on our feet🕺 Head over to our website scouting4beer.co.uk to get your tickets!
🗓️Saturday, 11th July 2026
Pick your session: 📍Saturday lunch (12:00-16:00) 📍Saturday evening (18:00-22:00)
Your ticket includes:
🚪 Entry to your chosen session 🍺 A souvenir glass for you to keep 🎟️ Your first 5 tokens (each equating to 1/3 of a pint)
Tickets are only available through our website. Do not engage with anyone trying to sell tickets via any social media platforms. For more information on our Beer Festival please head over to our website: https://scouting4beer.co.uk
Coming Up and Book Now!
Funkytown Summer Disco Party at The Horton
Get ready to boogie the night away at The Horton as the Funkytown Summer Disco Party arrives on Friday 3rd July.
DJ Kobbie will be spinning the biggest disco, funk and dancefloor classics from the 70s and 80s, while The Horton’s brand-new immersive projections help transport partygoers straight to Funkytown.
Dust off your flares, sequins and leg warmers – the more disco, the better! Better still, guests who dress up can enjoy a discounted ticket price.
📅 Friday 3rd July at 7pm
🎟️ Tickets available via The Horton website – https://thehortonepsom.org/events/funkytown-summer-disco-party/
📍 The Horton, Epsom
Sip Gin Among the Lavender Fields at Mayfield Lavender 💜🍸
Looking for a unique summer evening experience? Mayfield Lavender has teamed up with Silent Pool Gin to create a special pop-up event at The Secret Lavender Garden this July.
Set amongst the beautiful lavender fields, visitors can enjoy complimentary tastings of Silent Pool’s handcrafted gin, known for its distinctive botanical flavours, while soaking up the stunning surroundings.
Whether you’re discovering Silent Pool Gin for the first time or you’re already a fan, this relaxed and atmospheric event offers the perfect way to spend a summer evening surrounded by the sights and scents of lavender season.
As an added bonus, every bottle purchased comes with a pair of Silent Pool’s iconic Copa glasses, making it a lovely gift or a treat for yourself.
📅 Thursday 2nd July & Friday 3rd July 2026
⏰ 4pm – 8pm
📍 Mayfield Lavender Farm
Advance booking is recommended – https://www.mayfieldlavender.com/news/silent-pool-x-the-secret-garden/
Monthly Live Music at The Cock Inn
Looking for a relaxed evening of great music, good company and a drink or two? The Cock Inn in Headley is bringing back its popular monthly live music nights.
The next event takes place on Saturday 4th July from 8pm–10pm, with live music, a welcoming atmosphere and plenty of good vibes. Whether you’re meeting friends, enjoying a date night or simply fancy supporting local live music, it’s a great way to spend a summer evening.
📅 Saturday 4th July
⏰ 8pm – 10pm
📍 The Cock Inn, Headley
Keep an eye out for future monthly live music dates throughout the year. https://www.cockinnheadley.co.uk/
Circus Fun Day
Circus Fun Day is back this summer at Tadworth Court – and this year it’s bigger and better with a brand new show from Circus PaZaz!
Perfect for all ages, Circus PaZaz truly is “the little circus with big fun” – ideal for first-time circus goers and seasoned fans alike.
What to expect
Circus performances with dazzling aerial acts, hilarious clown fun, and jaw-dropping juggling.
Circus skills workshop – try juggling, plate-spinning and more.
Game stalls.
Creative craft corner.
Market stalls – browse local goodies, gifts and treats.
Food and drinks bar – tasty treat and refreshing drinks
…. and so much more!
Get ready for a vibrant day bursting with excitement, fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories for the whole family.
The event runs from 10am to 5pm, with circus shows at 11am and 3pm. When booking tickets, please note that the session time refers to the circus show you wish to attend, not your entry time. You’re welcome to arrive anytime from 10am to enjoy the full range of activities on offer.
https://www.thechildrenstrust.org.uk/events/circus-fun-day
Ewell Village Fair 2026
A much-loved local event returns this summer as Ewell Village Fair takes over St Mary’s Church and grounds for a day of community fun.
Expect a lively atmosphere with stalls, activities and entertainment for all ages — the perfect day out for families and the local community.
📅 Saturday 11th July 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 4:00pm
📍 St Mary’s Church & Grounds
London Road, Ewell, KT17 2AY
🎟️ Free admission
A great one to pop in the diary and enjoy a classic village fair right on your doorstep.
The Dylan Strong Foundation Charity Walk ❤️🚶♀️
Join The Dylan Strong Foundation for its inaugural 10K Charity Walk on Sunday 12th July 2026 at Denbies Wine Estate.
This family-friendly event will take participants on a scenic route through the beautiful Surrey Hills and Denbies Vineyard, raising vital funds to support children with cancer and their families.
🎟️ £10 adults | £5 children (under 12)
🏅 Includes a T-shirt and medal
📍 Denbies Wine Estate
Whether you’re walking, sponsoring or helping spread the word, every contribution will help families facing childhood cancer feel supported and never alone.
A wonderful community event for a fantastic cause. ❤️
👉 Book your place via The Dylan Strong Foundation website.
Stagecoach – Legally Blonde the Musical
Join us for an unforgettable week of singing, dancing and acting as we bring 💖 Legally Blonde JR 💖 to life!
🎭 Stagecoach Theatre Arts Epsom
☀️ Summer Holiday Workshop
📅 17th – 21st August
📍 Bourne Hall, Ewell
👧🧒 Ages 6–18 years
Perfect for young performers who love musical theatre, want to build confidence, make friends and perform in a fabulous show week!
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Please continue to pop back and check this Lowdown as we will be adding more events throughout the month.
Have a wonderful June, and don’t forget to book in plenty of time for ticketed events mentioned above to avoid missing out.
Fran x
