THE NOVEMBER LOWDOWN – RECAP…
Posted by Francesca De Franco on 14 Nov 2025
The Christmas countdown is officially on and there’s a lot going on…
Kids Craft Table @ Metropolis Epsom
Free crafts for kids’ with local charity Love Me Love My Mind!
Saturday 15th November, from 11am-3pm
All ages welcome. No need to book. Keep the kids busy and grab a coffee and a cake, or lunch from one of our five vendors!
Festive Lights Switch on @ The Ashley Centre
Celebrate the Start of Christmas at Ashley Centre, Epsom!
The most magical time of year is nearly here and they are kicking things off with a spectacular day of festive fun! Join them on Saturday 15th November, from 11am to 4:30pm, for their annual Christmas Light Switch-On.
What’s Happening on the Day:
11am: The day will start with beauty demos, mince pie tasting and more from retailers including The Fragrance Shop, Boots and Waitrose.
1pm: Family fun, including a giant game of pass the parcel with our naughty elves. They will be causing mischief and mayhem throughout the afternoon. Also, taking to the stage will be talented performers from NESCOT and Epsom Playhouse.
4:30pm: Christmas Light Switch-On: Watch Ashley Centre sparkle as the lights go on.
Christ Church’s CC150 Fair
Don’t miss the CC150 Fair! Saturday, 15th November (11am-3pm) enjoy the sausage sizzle, tea and homemade cakes, mulled wine, tombola, lucky dip, games, Christmas shopping and more.
Live Music @ The Spaghetti Tree
✨ November Live Music Diary, Lots of dates still to come this month. The stage is set, the cocktails will be flowing. From soulful singers to lively performances, they’ve got your November soundtrack covered.
https://www.spaghettitree.co.uk/events/walton
Curated Makers Market
Fun for all the family – get ahead with the Christmas shopping on Sunday 16th November, 9am to 2:30pm, tuck into the sausage sizzle and and have fun with games and more. A great way to spend a chilly autumn Saturday.
Creativity comes alive here Join the Artisan Avenue’s Curated Makers Market to support makers and small businesses who turn imagination into reality Epsom Market Place, High Street (near the clock tower)
Family Sundays @ Metropolis Epsom
Sunday, 16th November, family fun all afternoon.
11:30am – Kids’ Crafts with LMLMM
2:00pm – Family Quiz
3:00pm – Movies
Keep the kids entertained and grab lunch and a drink!
https://www.metropolisfoodhall.com/locations/epsom
Self Care Afternoon
Sunday, 16th November (3pm – 6pm)
A tranquil afternoon retreat to rejuvenate your body and mind.
Experience yoga, breathwork, mindfulness and a sound bath. Allowing the natural surroundings and holistic practices to balance your body and mind and restore your inner peace.
Book tickets here.
Short Stories @ The Horton
Tuesday 18th November, 11:30am and 1:30pm, 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.
Book tickets here.
St John’s Church Choir and Christmas Carol Service
Would you like to join St John’s, Stoneleigh’s choir? There’s no audition just go along.
“It’s hard to believe it’s already time to prepare for our Christmas Carol Service — it feels like only yesterday we were getting ready for Christmas 2024! This year’s Carol Service will take place on Sunday, 14th December at 6.30pm.”
Choir Practice Dates:
• Friday, 21st November – 7.00pm (a quick look at the music you will be singing, no more than 45/60 minutes)
• Monday, 24th November – 7.00pm to 8.30pm
• Monday, 1st December – 7.00pm to 8.30pm
• Friday, 12th December – 7.00pm to 9.00pm
• Sunday, 14th December – 3.30pm to 5.30pm,
followed by a short break before the Carol Service at 6.30pm
If you’d like to sing with them this year, please let them know by emailing: chris196924@icloud.com
The Ginger Cat House Rescue Christmas Bazaar
Saturday, 22nd November (12pm-5pm)
Free entry. There’ll be lots of Christmas gift stalls, a Christmas raffle, bottle and chocolate tombolas, a cake stall and plenty of festive cheer.
Epsom’s Christmas Con Light Switch-On 2025!
Saturday, 22nd November | 10am – LATE (Light Switch-On at 5pm)
Epsom Square, Surrey
Cosplayers, comic fans, and festive friends, get ready for the community event to end all community events! After the success of Library Con, they’re levelling up with a brand-new celebration that brings together the best of cosplay, comics, creativity, and Christmas cheer.
Head to Epsom Square for a day packed with:
✨Cosplay meetups, parades, and photo ops
✨Live music, bands, and choirs all afternoon
✨A Christmas fair inside Metropolis Foodhall
✨Workshops and activities with Epsom ‘Library Con’
✨Movie magic at Epsom Picturehouse
✨And a spectacular Christmas Lights Switch-On to close the day.
Metropolis Christmas Fair
Metropolis Epsom in Epsom Square will be holding a Christmas Fair on Saturday, 22nd November, from 10am to 4pm as part of the Christmas Lights Switch-On event. The market will be indoors. There will be another market on Thursday, December 4th.
Stall holders required, email community@metropolisfoodhall.com for more information.
Librarycon at Epsom Library
Attention comics geeks and fandom enthusiasts!
LIBRARYCON returns to Surrey Libraries this November, Saturday 22nd at the newly refurbished Epsom Library
Featuring:
• An exclusive Comics Q&A hosted by Alex Fitch of Panel Borders featuring Hannah Berry, Zara Slattery, Alex Moore
• Cosplay contests with fabulous prizes
• Workshops from celebrated comics authors
– and much more to be announced soon.
This year they’re also partnering with Epsom Square as part of their Christmas CON celebration, with parades, meet-ups and live music!
Epsom Light Switch On
Epsom Christmas Tree Lights Switch On will be held on Sunday, 23rd November from 10:30am – 4:30pm in the Marketplace. Pop along and see Inka the Polar Bear, Singing and Dancing, Rides and Stalls and lots more.
There will be plenty of fun for all the family.
The Grape Variety Wellington Club
Sunday, 23rd November (2pm)
The Grape Variety has teamed up with Wellingtons of Surrey to bring you something seriously special… a monthly dining club celebrating one of the all-time great British dishes: the Beef Wellington.
Each month, 25 lucky guests will enjoy an exclusive three-course lunch at The Grape Variety, featuring:
A classic prawn cocktail starter
The star of the show – Beef Wellington with all the trimmings
Finished with sticky toffee pudding for dessert
It’s indulgent, local and completely limited-edition. Price: £60 per person Places: Strictly 25 guests only. Book here.
Wreath Making @ Mayfield Lavender’s Glasshouse
Mayfield Lavender is hosting a number of fun, hands-on workshops at its Glasshouse Cafe and Gift & Plant Shop in Epsom. You’ll learn how to design and decorate a stunning wreath using fresh, seasonal foliage and festive embellishments. Whether you’re a beginner or a craft enthusiast, you’ll leave with a gorgeous handmade wreath to hang proudly on your door (and plenty of Christmas cheer)!
Thursday, 27th November – 10.00am to 12pm
Saturday, 29th November – 9am to 11am
Thursday, 4th December – 10am to 12pm
Saturday, 6th December – 9am to 11am and 3pm to 5pm
To book, go here.
For more details about this workshop and other wreath making workshops, go here: https://epsomandewellfamilies.co.uk/12-local-christmas-wreath-making-workshops/
For more about what’s happening at Mayfield Lavender over the festive season, go here.
Christmas Tree Sale – Tadworth Primary School PTA
Have a holly jolly Christmas… with a beautiful tree from Tadworth Primary School PTA!
Their Christmas trees – fresh, top-quality Nordmann firs – are now on sale and every purchase helps support the school.
Pre-order online and collect at school on Saturday, 29th November or at the Christmas Fair on Sunday, 30th November
Order yours now via the website: https://tadworthpta.square.site/product/christmas-tree/1
Mrs Beeton’s Christmas @ Bourne Hall Museum
Thursday 27th November 2pm-4pm join Mrs Beeton at Bourne Hall Museum as she takes everyone through planning a Christmas menu for a family party based on one of her Bills of Fare from the famous Book of Household Management, including recipes, etiquette, some Victorian Christmas traditions, and what to do with the leftovers!
Ticket information here.
The Lucy Rayner Foundation – Charity Sound Bath
Join Unwind & Restore, a calming Charity Sound Bath hosted by Anthrobee Wellness in support of our The Lucy Rayner Foundation.
️Thursday, 27th November
⏰ 1 pm
Reigate & Banstead Town Hall, RH2 0SH
️ £25 per ticket – all proceeds go to @thelucyraynerfoundation
♀️ Please bring your own mat, blanket or pillow
This event supports mental health awareness and will help provide support to those in our community who are struggling with their mental health ❤️
(Online option available – Zoom link provided)
Find out more here: https://thelucyraynerfoundation.com/charity-sound-bath/
Thanksgiving Feast @ The Tattenham Corner
Come together this November for a Thanksgiving feast designed to truly tantalise the taste buds. Join the Tattenham in their cosy dining space from 6pm on Thursday 27th November, where our chefs will be serving up a special menu full of seasonal flavours and hearty favourites.
It’s the perfect way to gather with friends and family, raise a glass, and enjoy an evening of warmth, good food, and festive spirit. A night not to be missed!
https://www.tattenhamcornerpub.co.uk/
Black Thursday and Friday @ Mayfield Glasshouse
Visit and enjoy late night shopping in the Gift Shop with special offers and complimentary mulled wine and mince pies while listening to Christmas Carols. Visit the website here.
Lights on Broadway – Stoneleigh
Lights on Broadway is back on Friday, 28th November (4pm-8pm).
The whole of Stoneleigh Broadway will be filled with stall holders and children’s entertainment.
There is also the Christmas Colouring Competition, and as per previous years the winner will be chosen by the Mayor of Epsom and Mayoress. Entries much be handed in by the 25th of November at Art-K, Poltsa Boutique, Scout Shop or Stoneleigh Library, all on The Broadway.
Festive Makers Fair
Saturday, 29th November (10am – 3pm)
Epsom Methodist Church
Make a difference this Christmas to your pocket, to others’ meals, to local businesses, to the environment. Come and shop local from quality makers whilst raising money for the Epsom Food Bank and having a jolly good day out in the process.
The cafe will be open ☕️ . The local choirs will be singing and they’ll be bringing you a joyful and relaxing way to get some unique gifts for the special people in your life .
Make a difference this Christmas and buy from those who have made their crafts in your town.
Christmas Lights Switch on @ Bourne Hall
Bourne Hall is delighted to announce the return of its much-loved Christmas Lights Switch-On event, taking place on:
Saturday 29 November from 4pm until 7.30pm. This is a free, family-friendly celebration invites the local community to gather for an evening filled with festive entertainment, seasonal treats, and holiday cheer.
Event highlights include:
Live Music & Performances
Enjoy a lively programme of performances from local musicians and dance schools on the main stage. Special guests include Santa Claus and the cast of this year’s Epsom Playhouse Pantomime, Aladdin, bringing a sprinkle of theatrical magic to the festivities.
Market & Craft Stalls
Browse a variety of stalls featuring handmade crafts, unique gifts, and festive products – perfect for early Christmas shopping.
Food & Refreshments
Indulge in delicious seasonal fare from The Flying Saucer Café, offering warm treats and tasty bites throughout the evening.
Santa’s Grotto Grand Opening
Be among the first to visit the newly opened Santa’s Grotto, where children can meet Father Christmas and experience the joy of the season.
Christmas Lights Switch-On Ceremony
Be there for the magical moment at 5.15pm, when The Deputy Mayor of Epsom & Ewell, Santa and beloved festive characters illuminate Bourne Hall with a dazzling display of Christmas lights.
https://www.bournehall.org/upcoming-events
Christmas Wreath Making @ The Grape Variety
Saturday, 29th November
Head to The Grape Variety for an afternoon of festive creativity hosted by local florist, Flowers by Liz. Renowned florist Liz will guide you through the steps of creating a stunning holiday wreath starting with a ring, followed by mossing, then binding the pine and to finish…the decorating!
Choose between two time slots: 11am – 2pm or 2:30pm – 5:30pm
Get into the festive spirit whilst enjoying a Christmas cocktail on arrival and some food in a fun and relaxed environment.
Book here.
Christ Church Epsom Christingle-making and Service
Make your own Christingle to take home at this easy-going, family-friendly, café-style service on Sunday, 30th November. Everyone very welcome – hot drinks and cakes at 4.30pm. Collection in aid of @thechildrenssociety
Christ Church Epsom Common KT19 8NE.
Manny’s Sunday Sri Lankan Lunch Club @ The Famous Green Man
Sunday 30th November, between 12pm – 5pm
£22 per head with starter
£20 per head without starter
£18 per head for takeaway without starter
Pre bookings please contact: Manny’s Kitchen on 07479550779
Weekly
Stoneleigh Job Club
The Stoneleigh Job Club offers FREE coaching and support for people looking for a new job. They help with CV preparation, interview skills, confidence building, and job searches.
Join on Tuesdays (10am-12pm) at Stoneleigh Library.
Warm Wednesdays @ Epsom Methodist Church
Warm Wednesdays resume at Epsom Methodist Church from weekly (9am-2pm & 3.30pm-6pm) and run until Wednesday, 26th March. This is a free drop in and there’s no need to book.
EMC is just one of the 80 Warm Welcome spaces across Surrey that are open to all residents free of charge and are a place you can pop in to stay warm, get a hot drink, an evening meal, receive energy advice and much more.
Lunch Club
Everyone is welcome to St Mary’s Ewell Hall Thursday lunch club Thursday’s (running until Thursday, 26th February).
Free lunch and a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new ones too. They are also giving away electric blankets, warm kits and energy vouchers. Don’t be cold and alone this winter, there is a warm welcome waiting for you at St Mary’s, Ewell Ewell Hall.
King’s Church Epsom – Free Friday
On Friday’s until Friday , 27th February, the King’s Church is opening again this winter to provide a warm space, refreshments and FREE hot meal for anyone who’d like to join on Friday evenings.
Find more information on Warm Spaces on Kalli’s blog here.
Quiz Night @ Metropolis
It’s Quiz Night! Every Wednesday, 7pm.
Think your team has what it takes? £2pp entry at the door. Find out who really knows their stuff.
https://www.metropolisfoodhall.com/locations/epsom
Book Now!
Christmas Wreath Making @ The Tattenham Corner Pub
In partnership with BBL Design step into a world of festive magic, where twinkling lights, the scent of fresh pine, and the sparkle of Christmas come to life.
Join The Tattenham Corner Pub and the ever-talented BBL Floral Design for a heartwarming wreath-making masterclass—where creativity flows, bubbles fizz, and memories are made
Choose Your Magical Moment:
✨ December 2nd, 2025 – 12:30 PM
✨ December 11th, 2025 – 7:00 PM
✨ December 16th, 2025 – 12:30 PM
(Each workshop is intimate & cozy with 10–15 spots)
Whether you’re a festive fairy or a holiday newbie, these enchanting sessions are made for everyone ️
They’ll provide the fizz, the florals, and the festive joy—just bring your spark and your favourite people.
Where: Epsom Downs, Tattenham Cres, Epsom, KT18 5NY
Bookings call 01737 532 050 or visit https://www.tattenhamcornerpub.co.uk/whats-on
Christmas Wreath Making Workshops – Grow Cook Enjoy
Get into the holiday spirit with Grow Cook Enjoy’s popular Christmas wreath-making classes. You’ll learn the techniques to create a beautiful, hand-crafted wreath and gain skills you can use for years to come.
Dates and locations
Friday, December 5th: The Horton, Epsom, to book visit: https://thehortonepsom.org/events/wreath-making-workshops-2025/
Saturday, December 6th: Concorde Hall, Epsom. Book here: https://www.growcookenjoy.co.uk/adult
Saturday, December 13th: The Horton, Epsom. To book visit: https://thehortonepsom.org/events/wreath-making-workshops-2025/
Sunday, December 14th: Concorde Hall, Epsom, https://www.growcookenjoy.co.uk/adult
Private sessions available on request. If you have any questions, get in touch: contact@growcookenjoy.co.uk
Wreath Making @ The Cock Inn
The Cock Inn have organised a festive two hour hands-on Christmas workshop on Friday 5th December, 6.30pm-8.30pm they will take you through the process of creating your own wreath. No experience necessary just a willingness to get stuck in.
Your kit will include: Mossed wreath frame, festive foliages, natural decorations and a choice in luxury bow.
Where: The Cock Inn,Church Lane, Headley, Epsom, KT18 6LE
More information can be found here.
Cookies and Cocktails & Kids Cookie and Bauble Workshop
Grow, Cook, Enjoy has festive workshops for both the adults and the children at Metropolis, Epsom.
- Adults Cookies and Cocktails on Saturday, December 9th (7.30pm-8.30pm). Perfect for friends/Christmas gatherings!
- Kids Cookie and Bauble Workshop on Sunday, December 21st (11.30am-1.30pm).
Offer: 20% Early Bird Discount on both classes if booked before November 30th.
Book here: https://www.growcookenjoy.co.uk/holiday-workshops
Cinderella @ The Kings Church
This Christmas, we’re delighted to present “Cinderella”, featuring the renowned Saltmine Theatre Company at the King’s Church in Epsom on Friday 12th December at 6.30pm.
You’re invited to the Royal Christmas Ball – where the entire kingdom gathers in festive splendour. Ella, a kind girl with big dreams, is forbidden from going to the ball by her stepmother – until a little Christmas magic arrives. But will it last? Will she make it home in time?
Join us for a sparkling reimagining of the classic fairytale, featuring talking mice, wicked plots and one hopeful heroine.
This Christmas discover the extraordinary power of kindness.
Tickets are £5 each from https://cinderella-kce.eventbrite.co.uk/
More details at thekingschurch.org/cinderella
Grow Cook Enjoy Gingerbread Workshop
Join Grow Cook Enjoy for a delightful holiday experience on Saturday, 20th December (10am-11.30am). Create stunning, edible Christmas decorations together. The workshop offers a hands-on opportunity to decorate your own gingerbread house.
Offer: 20% Early Bird Discount if booked before November 30th.
Book here: https://www.growcookenjoy.co.uk/holiday-workshops
The Children’s Trust Winter Festival
The Children’s Trust Winter Festival is back for 2025 on Saturday, 6th December
Join them to kick off your Christmas in style, and help make Christmas magical for children and young people with brain injury and neuro-disability.
Set in the grounds of their national specialist centre at Tadworth Court in Surrey, the Winter Festival will kick start your December with a whole host of festive activities and attractions, perfect for the whole family.
Try your hand at some crafts in the creative corner or browse the marketplace for those extra special gifts. Treat yourself to a mulled wine, a hot chocolate, or a seasonal snack while enjoying live performances from their stage – and of course, don’t forget to visit Santa in his grotto!
An event sure to put you in the Christmas spirit, all while raising vital funds to help bring joy to the children and young people they support as they embark on their rehabilitation and education journeys.
Tickets are limited, so get yours today here to avoid missing out!
Ashtead Park Garden Centre – Santa’s Snowy Igloo and Festive Family Fun Days
Saturday, 6th, Sunday 7th & Saturday, 13th December
Wrap up warm to pop outside between 10.30am and 3.30pm to see the beautiful Nativity animals – donkeys, goats, rabbits and more…donations to The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity (by cash and card). Please note the animals will close for lunch 12.30-1.30pm.
Surrey Magic Ponies will be there between 11am and 3pm, Saturday, 6th & Saturday 13th December only, offering short pony rides to children aged 2-9 years, £7 each (cash or card payment).
Get your face painted or watch you balloon character come to life with Kim’s Merry Balloons – £6 per face, £5 per balloon
Have festive fun 10am-4pm creating Christmas crafts £1-£5
Do the Snow joke snowman search, have a giggle and collect a small prize – included with your Santa ticket or £1
The Olive Tree will be open for festive treats (reduced menu), and local choirs will be popping in to sing up some Christmas cheer and raise money for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity! Select your perfect Christmas tree and choose some fabulous decorations to go on it…
Pre-booking is only required of you would like to see Santa (Book here), other activities are pay-on-the-day.
No advance booking needed for these activities they are pay-on-the-day, but if you would like to see Santa too, please book tickets in advance: https://www.ashteadpark.com/…/events/22/santas-snowy-igloo
Celebrate Christmas at Epsom Downs Racecourse
Celebrate Christmas high above the Surrey Downs with sweeping London views at Epsom Downs Racecourse. This December at Epsom Downs Racecourse, enjoy a sparkling arrival drink, festive three-course dinner, casino fun, and dancing until 1 am—all with hassle-free parking and cloakroom included.
More information here https://www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/epsom/events-tickets/shared-christmas-parties/
Christmas at Metropolis Epsom
Whether you’re planning a team Christmas party, an end-of-year celebration, or a festive private dinner, Metropolis Food Hall offers the perfect backdrop. With buzzing bars, incredible street-food kitchens, and flexible spaces, we’ll make your event unforgettable.
Bookings and more information can be found here https://www.metropolisfoodhall.com/christmas
Enjoy the rest of November and see you next month for the BIG December edition!
Fran x
