THE NOVEMBER LOWDOWN…
Posted by Francesca De Franco on 01 Nov 2022
🎇 Remember, remember the 5th of November, gunpowder, treason and plot!
Wow the half term has flown by, and dare I say it, it feels like the countdown to Christmas has started (check out my Securing Your Slot With Santa post). However, back to the here and now where we’ve got a round up of everything happening in and around the area this November, including fireworks displays.
Warm Wednesdays – Epsom Methodist Church
Starting on Wednesday, 2nd November, and running each Wednesday until the end of February, Epsom Methodist Church is offering a warm space with no obligation to spend or leave before you’re ready. Head there for food, drinks, homework space and maybe even some entertainment!
11-13 Ashley Rd, Epsom KT18 5AQ
Woodland Trust Langley Vale Wood – First World War Month of Remembrance
Langley Vale Wood’s First World War Month of Remembrance is back for 2022. From November 3rd to November 27th, you can explore their self-guided trail and find out how the local community supported the war effort. You can also leave a dedication on their willow wreath.
Additionally, there will be a guided walk on Sunday, November 6th. This event is FREE but spaces are limited; secure your place by booking here. For the latest details, visit their Facebook page.
Epsom Fireworks & Funfair
The fireworks and funfair are back at Hook Road Arena on Saturday, 5th November (gates open 5.30pm with main show at 7.30pm). There is a low noise children’s show at 6.30pm for younger children, which is included in the ticket price for the main show.
Buy tickets in advance for a reduced price using this link: https://epsomfireworks.ticketsrv.co.uk/tickets/
Yoga Fun for Children – The Horton
For children aged 4-8 years, yoga teacher Neda Rashid is running one-hour sessions of freestyle dancing, deep breathing and yoga poses at The Horton. November‘s sessions take place on Saturday, 5th and 19th (9.15-10.15am).
Neda’s technique can improve confidence, physical and emotional health and release tension, helping young minds to focus.
The class has four stages:
- Welcome – learn how to breathe deeply and release tension in a fun way.
- Movement meditation – freestyle dancing with soft, colourful fabrics and great music.
- Yoga poses – giving strength and helping children to connect their body and mind.
- Savasana or final relaxation.
For more details and booking go here.
Banstead Cricket Club – fireworks
It’s fireworks night at Banstead Cricket Club on Saturday, 5th November. Gates open at 6pm with fireworks at 7:30pm. There’s live music before and after plus outdoor bars, BBQ and glow and flashing novelties for sale.
Entrance by donation. More details here: https://banstead.play-cricket.com/
5 Day Gift Market – Bourne Hall
The 5 Day Gift Market returns to Bourne Hall Tuesday, 8th to Sat 12th of November (10am to 5pm Tuesday to Friday and 10am to 4pm Saturday). The perfect place to get your Christmas gifts, you’ll find a wide variety of goods including children’s educational books, wood crafts, household items, perfume, jewellery, handbags and much more.
Entry is FREE and there’s plenty of parking available at Bourne Hall.
Calmer Bedtime Better Sleep – Complementary Therapies with Christine Michele Murray
Bedtime can be very challenging. In this workshop on Wednesday, 9th November (12:30 -2:30pm), Christine will take a look at what you currently do, what issues you face and how that affects you. Together you will look at some tools and techniques and small but effective changes. Once you have booked onto the session you will be sent a Zoom link and a work booklet. Cost: £27<
For more information and booking go here: https://www.facebook.com/events/401916378612052
Find out about all upcoming free and paid events workshops and training here: https://mailchi.mp/69bbd14aadef/training
Armistice Day Service
There will be a short service supporting the Royal British Legion, Armed Forces and local schools at the Clock Tower, Market Place, Epsom on Friday, 11th November from 10.50am followed by the nationwide observance of the Two Minute Silence at 11am.
Talk: Epsom’s War Hospital History
On 11th, November 1922, medical superintendent, John Robert Lord unveiled the Horton Chapel’s memorial screen and torch in dedication to all those who lost their lives during the war. The torch – not previously seen illuminated in living memory – was reconnected as part of The Horton’s Heritage Lottery – funded renovation.
To mark the centenary, Jeremy Harte, curator of Bourne Hall Museum in Ewell, is hosting a talk (followed by questions from the audience) at The Horton about the fascinating history of Epsom’s War Hospitals. This will take place on Friday, November 11th at 2pm. More details about the talk on the Facebook page.
Tickets now on sale – https://thehortonepsom.org/…/talk-epsoms-war-hospital…/
Bourne Hall Museum Kids Club – Gunpowder treason and plot
At the Bourne Hall Museum Kids Club on Saturday, November 12th (1pm-2.30pm), meet Guy Fawkes and discover how he and 13 others planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament and kill King James with 36 barrels of gunpowder, but failed.
Cost £5 per child. Further information is available from David Brooks – email dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk.
St. Mary’s Ewell – Fireside Fridays
Starting on Friday, 18th November, St. Mary’s Ewell is running a drop in session each Friday (12pm-4pm), which offers a warm space to work (free WiFi) and socialise. So, if you’re worried about fuel costs, are working from home and fed up with being alone or simply fancy a cuppa and a slice of cake, head down to Ewell Hall, London Road.
More details above and on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/stmarysewell
The Ashley Centre – Christmas Light Switch On
Head down to Epsom town centre on Saturday, 19th November (3:00pm-6:30pm) for The Ashley Centre’s Christmas Light Switch On.
Enjoy live entertainment from the cast of Dick Whittington from Epsom Playhouse, meet Father Christmas and pose for a photo with the infamous Ashley Bear all whilst viewing the festive decorations throughout the centre.
For more details visit the Facebook events page.
Days of Steam Walk – Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve
On Sunday, 20th November, join a member of Epsom & Ewell’s Countryside Team and discover the history and logistics of when the steam engines used to run through Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve.
Meet at the Information Centre for 1pm.
For more information go to: https://epsom-ewell.gov.uk/visitors/whats-on/event/days-steam-walk
Christmas Shopping Evening
SAVE THE DATE! Shop small, shop local at the All Things Nice Christmas shopping evening on Thursday 24th, November (7-10pm). More details on the Facebook Event Page.
The Dylan Strong Foundation Christmas Market
Support The Dylan Strong Foundation at its Christmas market at Tadworth Primary School on Thursday, November 24th (7-9.30pm). Lots of small local businesses will be there with lots of gorgeous items.
It’s £5.00 a ticket online (£7.00 on the door on the night) and this includes a glass of mulled wine and the chance to win a mini Harrods Hamper. All proceeds go directly to The Dylan Strong Foundation 
Tickets will be available soon via their website: https://dylanstrongfoundation.co.uk/
St Martin’s Junior School Epsom – ‘New to You’ Fair
St Martin’s Junior School Epsom is holding its first ever ‘New to You’ Fair on Saturday, 26th November from 11am until 3pm.
Do you have clothes, books or toys that you no longer need? Book a table, clear out your house, make some money from your old things and do something good for the environment at the same time!
Do you want to make an early start on Christmas presents? Come browse the stalls and find some amazing bargains on the second-hand stalls as well as some really special gift options from small local businesses! There’ll be tea, coffee and cakes, plus pizza and crepes, and there will be a face painter on-hand to help keep children entertained whilst you make the most of the stalls.
If you’d like to book a table, either selling your second-hand goods (cost £15), or as a local business (cost £30), please email stmartinsntysale@gmail.com.
De-Stress December – Complementary Therapies with Christine Michele Murray
Stay calm, merry and bright this December by de-stressing with Christine Michele Murray in daily (Monday – Saturday)
20 minute sessions running from the 28th of November to the 23rd of December starting at 9.30am. (just £22).
Find out more and book here https://mailchi.mp/a607f6195fae/destressdec
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>St Mary’s, Ewell – Christmas Day Tea Party
For anyone that needs a bit of company on Christmas Day, St Mary’s, Ewell is hosting a FREE Christmas Day Tea Party. It’s being held at Ewell Village Hall between 4pm – 6pm on December 25th and will help spread the cheer with sandwiches, Christmas cake, crackers, gifts, games and even a glass of fizz.
It’s free for all, but please book so they know how many to cater for. You can book by emailing vicar@stmarysewell or calling 020 8393 1297.More details above and on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/stmarysewell
Have a great month and see you again for The December Lowdown! 🎅🏻 🎄
Fran x
