Kim Wilde chats to Liz Nicholls about performing at Heritage Live, alongside Boy George, Lulu, Gabrielle & more, including Ardingly on Saturday, 16th July and Englefield House on Saturday, 23rd July.

Liz Nicholls chats to mezzo soprano Katherine Jenkins OBE ahead of her performance at Henley Festival, 6th-10th July.

Fun manipulative & role play features include spinning radar, wind meter, runway lights, roundabout & boarding ladder that will encourage your child’s imagination. Includes Smartpoint Jet and 2 cute mini jets.

Midhurst Rother College’s fantastic theatre space is the setting for two high profile summer concerts just before the big August holiday getaway.

Singer/songwriter Mick Hucknall chats about being back on the road performing as Simply Red get set to star at Nocturne Live at Blenheim Palace on 15th June

Liz Nicholls chats to musician David Gray amid his UK & European tour to celebrate 20 years since his multi-platinum album White Ladder, which has just been re-released in a deluxe edition on CD, digital and vinyl.

We’re all up to our eyeballs in depressing news about the rising cost of living… But we also know how vital self care is for good mental health… So what’s a stressed out, strapped-for-cash girl to do? 🤔

Musician & dad James Blunt, 48, chats to Liz Nicholls ahead of his performances at Cornbury & more festivals this summer…

Manuka honey is not only good for your gut and your skin but its soothing properties can also help your overall wellbeing.

The Green Hub in Milford, which has just had its first birthday, offers a vital support space for teenagers struggling with their mental health

LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort is opening its newest attraction this Saturday, 30th April – step inside and explore.

Festivals are back on! Yes, after two fretful years of disrupted fun & frolics, there’s a summer sizzler of festivals ready to rock your world, whatever you’re into… writes Liz Nicholls

We’re celebrating the green goodness with two brunch recipes to herald Alresford Watercress Festival

Musician Toyah Willcox, who turns 64 this month, shares her excitement for a summer of festivals, including Let’s Rock where she is set to star…

Family-friendly, live music festival with kids activities, entertainment, camping, glamping, silent disco, bars, food stalls, escape rooms, animal encounters and loads more!After two years the popular beer festival returns to Hindhead Royal British Legion Club with an amazing array of beers for you to enjoy

You don’t have to run a four-minute mile to follow in the footsteps of Roger Bannister. On a windy day in May 1954, a 25-year-old medical student… broke track and field’s most famous barrier – the four-minute mile.

Say bye-bye to boring dinners with exciting recipes from Chefs In Schools, by Nicole Pisani & Joanna Weinberg

Explorer, naturalist, presenter & dad Steve Backshall MBE, 48, talks to Liz Nicholls ahead of his Ocean show at a venue near you.

A truly authentic pizza restaurant and take away opens on March 19th at The Shed, Bordon.

Haslemere Methodist Church is the venue for a series of stunning lunchtime and evening concerts

With the rising costs of energy bills, Dave Lamont from Plastic Free Home, based in Wokingham, has some top tips to help you save

Liz Nicholls chats to musician & dad Kelly Jones as the Stereophonics release their new album Oochya and hit the road for their UK tour

We’re sharing three hearty recipes from The Hairy Bikers’ Everyday Winners by Si King and Dave Myers, published by Seven Dials, out now £22 hardback

Vote for Visit Newbury’s Family Fun Days in ‘Best Local Family Friendly Event’

Henley and Marlow Launches 2022 `The Year of the Tiger`

TV megastar Justin Fletcher MBE tells us about his influences as he steps out to a venue near you for his all-singing and dancing live show Justin Live – The Big Tour!

We share a taste of Nadiya’s Fast Flavours by published by Penguin Michael Joseph (£22)

Haslemere Methodist Church is the venue for a series of stunning lunchtime and evening concerts

The start of a new year is usually a time when some sort of thinking and planning gets underway. Maybe it is a cue for change, and time to look at a retirement option that could be practically perfect in every way.

We’re serving up a taster from The Gut-Loving Cookbook by Alana & Lisa MacFarlane which is out this month, published by Pavilion Books

Local television star & bushcraft expert Ray Mears, 57, tells us more about his new We Are Nature book & theatre show to help us “tune in and turn on” to nature…

Once There Was A Bear, a new prequel to mark the 95th anniversary of the classic Winnie-The-Pooh. With so much uncertainty in the world the familiar, beloved characters from our childhood are more welcome than ever.

We’re offering a taste of Christmas at River Cottage by Lucy Brazier with foreword, essays and seasonal recipes from Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall, published by Bloomsbury, Priced £22.

Send some sweetness & light to loved ones with Jack & Beyond’s Christmas cakes & goodies available for delivery across the UK

We’re sharing a taste of From Gujarat With Love – 100 Authentic Indian Vegetarian Recipes by Vina Patel

Ravneet Gill’s Sugar, I Love You: Knockout Recipes to Celebrate The Sweeter Things in Life, is out this month.

Actor Martin Jarvis OBE tells us about life, love and turning 80 as he prepares to star as Ted Heath in Michael McManus’ smash hit play Maggie & Ted at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud this month

New business launched to help separating and divorcing couples save money and stay out of court

Paul Zerdin on his Hands Free show at Camberley Theatre on Tuesday, 21st September

Liz Nicholls talks about life, laughs & lockdown saviours with comedian & dad Ed Byrne, 49, ahead of his live shows in September, including Oxford, Newbury, High Wycombe, Farnham, Camberley & Dorking

This September, Macmillan Cancer Support’s iconic Coffee Morning event is back on Friday 24th September, however you plan it and whatever your baking talents (or lack of) host your coffee morning your way and help raise millions to support the growing number of people living with cancer

A visit to Build It Live this month will help you create a home as individual as you

This August, opera, fairy-tale and musical theatre will combine in a spectacular show, Goblin Market at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre.

Creating the world in eight million stitches… On Tuesday 17 August Threads Through Creation, a magnificent embroidery display created by textile artist Jacqui Parkinson will go on show at Salisbury Cathedral.

We’re serving up two dishes from Sunshine Kitchen: Delicious Creole recipes from the Heart of the Caribbean by Vanessa Bolosier, published by Pavilion Books.

Liz Nicholls asks international classical music champion & dad Andre Rieu, 71, about life, love & music ahead of Together Again which comes to cinemas on 28th & 29th August.

It’s barbecue season! We’ve teamed up with home economics star Jack Monroe & Del Monte to serve this sunny delight

Singer & dad Paul Weller, 63, opens up about his new album Fat Pop (Volume I), collaborations and a hopeful return to live music.

Dust off your baking bowls, whip out your whisks and unite against dementia by signing up for Cupcake Day

Liz Nicholls chats to musician & dad of four Danny Goffey, 47, who will star with his Supergrass bandmates, Feeder & Sports Team at Englefield House in Theale on Friday, 23rd July, as part of the Heritage Live Concert Series.

Liz Nicholls asks singer James Arthur, about music, mental health and more. His new single September is out on 4th June, via Columbia Records, taken from his as-yet untitled album out in autumn

Show your support for Covid vaccination programme with a V-star badge thanks to mums’ mission

As they celebrate their 15th birthday, Guildford Shakespeare Company are preparing to bring She Stoops To Conquer to life in the gardens of Guildford Castle. Rick Murphy & Lisa Dvorjetz review their recent live-streamed performance of Henry V…

Families can book in to enjoy the UK’s first flying theatre ride at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort at the end of this month

Raise your glasses, it’s time to toast our Round & About Good Cheer Award winners!

Here at Gilbertson & Page our team lives and breathes dogs. Not only do we specialise in the manufacture of life stage, working and sensitive diets like hypoallergenic and grain-free recipes, but dogs run our office, well unfortunately, not quite! but there’s always one or two running about or napping by the desk.

Local illustrator Rob Jones always wanted to create a children’s book and, in Where’s Brian’s Bottom? the dream has unfolded!

Gemma Hardy of Hardy Training Company in Fleet explains what mental health is and how we can manage it during uncertain times

Petworth Community Craft Group has taken its fundraising efforts for local charities online to continue its good work when they haven’t been able to meet in person.

Local artist Catherine Cook explains more about her beautiful pet portraits

Ronnie Kendall is passionate about creating a community hub in the Woking area to help those with mental health issues and to combat loneliness.

Top tips for creating your home gym. We’ve teamed up with Morgan Beilby of local design and fit-out specialists Velvaere Studios to help you create the perfect home/work balance.

Liz Nicholls chats to survival expert, dad & TV star Ed Stafford, 45, about life, lockdown & the summer family wilderness camps he has helped devise in the South East.

Suze Morrison, founder of Gourmet Glow, has teamed up with The Watercress Company to offer some healthy meals

“Cry God for Harry, England and St George..!” Pit your wits against our Which William quiz in honour of Shakespeare & St George’s Day

Love your kitty? Adore your doggy? We always knew that we Brits loved our pets passionately, but the last year has deepened our appreciation for our animal companions!

Roots and Rose is a brother and sister duo, who want to take the hassle out of finding great-tasting coffee, by doing the hard work for you.

Pinch punch first of the month… it’s April’s Fools Day! This is a tradition that some say dates back to Chaucer here in the UK.

Dunsfold Village Shop is marking its 10th birthday and a Community Hero Award

As lockdown measures ease and the weather improves, Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty remains a popular destination for both locals and visitors.

Here we are, a full year after lockdown was announced. Let’s face it, tempers feel a little bit frayed this week, which is natural, really, as we approach the final furlong towards (hopeful) freedom!

Plant or garden dilemma? Grab a free Gardeners’ Question Time Plant Clinic slot with garden guru & Miracle-Gro this week.

A needle phobia is quite common – it’s thought to be a problem for about 1 in 10 of us. Phil Day gives some advice to those worried about the COVID-19 vaccine.

Bees are buzzing, flowers are blooming, and the sun is shining: spring is here!

Getting the right vitamin supplements to make you Zoom ready! As millions across the world continue to interact online, people are spending a record amount of time video chatting.

Comments from Phil Day, Superintendent Pharmacist at Pharmacy2U, the UK’s first and largest online pharmacy

The clocks go forward on March 28 – the start of daylight savings. This means one less hour in bed, so prepare to feel extra sleepy that day!

Jess Gillam tells us about music’s power to connect us and looks ahead to the Investec International Music Festival which will take place in Surrey Hills as soon as safely possible.

Guildford continues to inspire Alice In Wonderland stories with a new tale from local author Robin G Smith

We’ve cooked up a sneaky slice of The National Trust Book of Baking by Sybil Kapoor, which is out on 15th April, with these heart-warming spring recipes.

Author & dad David Walliams, 49, talks about life & the arts ahead of the adaptation of his novel Billionaire Boy as a Covid-safe Car Park Party

It’s Mother’s Day on Sunday so why not show her how much she means by making these sweet treats packed with healthy ingredients and love

Time for wildlife – help ensure the survival of beautiful African wild animals by supporting two amazing charities

Gardarica offers ‘living walls’ tailor-made to the needs of your home, garden or business from design to construction

Liz Nicholls asks star chef Raymond Blanc about feeding the soul in isolation, finding your calling & his surprising favourite foodstuff…

Mandira Sarkar of Mandira’s Kitchen serves up a wonderful suggestion for Mother’s Day: spiced biscuits & masala chai to deliver to your mum’s doorstep if you live close enough to her…

Discover millions of creative ways to share your life stories for future generations

Today is Pancake Day/Shrove Tuesday. We’ve teamed up with Bonne Maman UK to offer you some great recipe ideas.

Surrey Wildlife Trust have some great resources to help you spot & encourage wildlife in your own garden or outdoor space

Billy Ocean, along with the Young Voices Choir, wish you a Lovely Day with charity single to help children’s mental health

Bramley Golf Club members tee up a great fundraising effort for hospitals

Kirsty Prankerd, from photo keepsake retailer Write From The Heart, explains how to build a time capsule with the kids.

Try the traditional dish of Ciceri e Tria (Chickpeas and Pasta) as recommended by Godalming author Patrick Ebbs.

Star chef & hospitality champion Tom Kerridge’s new Hand & Flowers cookbook is helping us find reasons to be cheerful. We’ve teamed up to share recipes for you to cook at home.

Surrey-based Hogs Back Brewery has stepped up to the national COVID-19 vaccination drive, offering its Hop Hangar as a drive-through facility for people in the area to receive the life-saving jab.

Three times Olympic rowing gold medallist Andy Triggs Hodge started rowing because he thought it would be fun, now he is sharing that sense of fun through Race The Thames 2021, we chatted to him about his career, the importance of sport and the event taking place in March

The festive period isn’t normally associated with healthy eating, but Dr Michelle Braude of nutrition practice The Food Effect, says it doesn’t have to be this way and that many of the foods we often associate with Christmas and New Year are actually very healthy if used in the right way.

A stay at the dog-friendly The Three Daggers certainly made my tail wag, not to mention that of terrier Roger

Professor Stephen Hawking had a fascinating relationship with time and this year Bremont are marking that and honouring the eminent scientist with the launch of its Bremont Hawking watch collection.

The festive period isn’t normally associated with healthy eating, but Dr Michelle Braude of nutrition practice The Food Effect, says it doesn’t have to be this way and that many of the foods we often associate with Christmas and New Year are actually very healthy if used in the right way.

Liz Nicholls asks Italian opera singer, tenor & record producer, Andrea Bocelli, 62, some questions for our bumper Christmas edition.

Lockdown has been challenging for many of us, for lots of different reasons, and none more so than for Sarah and Darren who are Oxfordshire County Council foster carers, who were staying at home with five children.

The World of Mythical Creatures is coming to The LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort in spring 2021

A new cook book Food & Kindness is raising funds for Oxfordshire’s Sobell House hospice with help from local restaurants

Liz Nicholls squeezes Chris Difford, musician & founding member of Squeeze who turns 66 this month, for his thoughts on music, heroes, and reaching out on Zoom…

We’ve partnered up with (Parents And Children Together) to highlight the #YouCanAdopt campaign and encourage you to consider adopting

Did you know in the UK alone we have more than 2,500 varieties of apple? Enough for you to try a different one every day for more than seven years and what better day to start then on October 21st, Apple Day. Why not try these recipes to start with…

Liz Nicholls asks singer Katie Melua a few questions about her musical icons & more ahead of her new album No. 8 being released and a UK tour this month.

Get Back is set to celebrate the iconic band’s influence

Jonathan Lovett catches up with wine expert and TV celebrity Oz Clarke ahead of the publication of his latest book, Oz Clarke English Wine in which he waxes lyrical about the newest new world wine country

Sea for Yourself is encouraging us to cook with fresh fish caught in UK seas, so ‘see for yourself’ how healthy and easy it can be

Jonathan Lovett chats to one of the nation’s favourite gardeners, The One Show’s Christine Walkden, who is also a proud life member of The National Allotment Society

Fishing is a reel-ly big pull for millions of people and what can be better than sitting by the river in the sunshine – you may fin-ish up with a big catch you’ll have something to carp on about to your friends!

Nutritionist Abi Barclay-Watt has some tips on how to curb those cravings

With the cancellation of live music events there are still plenty of ways to get your musical fix, from organisations far and wide who are using online platforms to share their work.

With many of us having more time on our hands, there’s never been a better time to learn something new

To say TV presenter Julia Bradbury loves the outdoors would be an understatement, so much so that she set up The Outdoor Guide website packed with wonderful walks, picturesque pubs to stay in and everything you need to get out and enjoy yourself

We’ve never appreciated being outside more than we do now and with more gradually opening up to us, let’s get out and enjoy it

Watercress is healthy, delicious and packed full of goodness – one 85g bag provides more than the recommended daily amount of vitamin C to help boost your immune system. It’s in season until October so get creating now!

Our Armed Forces are something for us to be proud of at any time as they work to keep us safe and now they are helping to fight coronavirus

Celebrate the summer solstice and Big Wild Weekend by getting closer to nature with the Wildlife Trusts from today (19th) to Sunday (21st).

Huge thanks goes out to all those who have been making scrubs in their homes and the schools coming together to make face shields for our NHS and key workers

The Hampshire Country & Garden Festival is running an online auction from Thursday 11th to Sunday, 14th June offering virtual entertainment while raising money for the Hampshire Medical Fund.

Join Mr Toad, Ratty, Mole and Badger in GSC’s online Wind in the Willows

Chawton House virtual garden festival

We’ve all got closer to nature over the past few weeks as we spend more time in our gardens and take time to appreciate what’s around us.

Helping people find their smiles and joy during this challenging time.

Surrey Hills advises you to stay away – for now!

Join Rock Choir’s 24-hour fundraiser for Mental Health Awareness Week

West Horsley Place joins the GladRags Project

Celebrate VE Day at home – sing, dance and raise a glass to toast Second World War heroes

Vital advice for the elderly from Age UK Surrey. The Coronavirus Pandemic has changed life for everyone and Age UK Surrey are aware older people are some of the hardest hit.

Sing along and smile with Farnham group in aid of Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice

Coronavirus: Get help if you can’t pay household bills

Resolve coronavirus-related sleep problems with the help of hypnotherapy

#SAVEOURVENUES campaign launched to help grassroots music

With the majority of us spending more time at home at the moment how about lavishing some love on your home and considering how you can improve it, Karen Neville looks at some ways to make the most of your home…

Take the 2.6 Challenge and help boost the UK’s charities

Qualified natural chef Jo Keyes shares some wholesome recipes devised in her Time To Nourish kitchen for body, mind & soul

Advice for how you can freshen up your home especially if you’re looking to sell

Enjoy the wonderful world of wildlife online

Co-parenting during the Coronavirus lockdown

A new app makes it easy to thank the unsung heroes in your community at a time when we’ve never needed them more

Your dogs will be barking mad for these home bakes

Home schooling tips to help you learn as your child does

Churches in Newbury are reaching new congregations with online services helping us through these difficult times

Enjoy the theatre from the comfort of your sofa courtesy of National Theatre at Home via YouTube

Getting some fresh air in the current situation is so important. 

Staying at home is not ideal but there’s lots to get on with in the garden.

The Great British Spring Clean has been postponed so how about giving your home a spring clean instead?

The Great British Spring Clean has been postponed so how about giving your home a spring clean instead?

The Great British Spring Clean has been postponed so how about giving your home a spring clean instead?

The Great British Spring Clean has been postponed so how about giving your home a spring clean instead?

The Great British Spring Clean has been postponed so how about giving your home a spring clean instead?

You’re never too old to enjoy an Easter egg hunt which is lucky for you as there are some cracking ones to enjoy!

What better way can there be to mark spring than to get out in the garden? Karen Neville gathers some inspiring gardens worth visiting.

The Great British Spring Clean has been postponed so how about giving your home a spring clean instead?

Guildford Jazz Fest is set to take place between 20th and 22nd March.

Make your own secret garden for wildlife 

Here are some present ideas ahead of Mothering Sunday on 22nd March

Plans are blooming for the ninth annual Garden Re-Leaf Day, which takes place on Friday, 13th March. 

Thursday is the annual worldwide celebration of books and reading that is World Book Day.

Never has the saying ‘nice as pie’ been so apt – who doesn’t love a tasty pastry pie and what better time to indulge than in British Pie Week.

Discover six decades of work in the latest exhibition at The Lightbox

Host a supper club on 7th March and raise funds for Eva’s Friends

Fi Harding tells us more about Chiltern Arts Festival 2020 which takes place at various venues between Friday 28th February and Saturday 7th March

New production aims to boost Urology Unit at Royal Surrey County Hospital

Fitness star Joe Wicks –AKA The Body Coach – has teamed up with cancer charity Macmillan to share some veggie recipes for March

Whatever your vintage or passion, March is a great month for motoring enthusiasts.

Liz Nicholls asks Clare Balding about life, sport and our beloved pets as she launches Dogcast With Clare Balding

“Golf is a good walk spoiled” according to some but to others there’s nothing like the challenge of hitting that small round ball to the best of your ability, avoiding hazards and wayward shots along the course and eventually seeing it drop in the hole.

Yesterday marked the start of Real Bread Week and today it’s the turn of Cornish Pasty Week.

Did you know this week is Real Bread Week? It’s the annual celebration of additive-free loaves and the people who make them.

Anton DuBeke and Erin Boag will bring Dance those Magical Movies to Reading’s Hexagon this March

Talented stars from Ascot, Crowthorne and Sandhurst will dazzle you this month at the 49th South East Berks Gang Show. Sandra Sidey tells us more…

Through a series of more than 40 workshops and a touring exhibition, the newly-launched community heritage project, Lost Letters, will engage people across Surrey in the lost art of letter writing.

Talented stars from Ascot, Crowthorne and Sandhurst will dazzle you this month at the 49th South East Berks Gang Show. Sandra Sidey tells us more…

Make the world a better place with a random act of kindness 

With so much misinformation out there here are Abi Barclay-Watt’s 25 nutritional truths – no fads!

Tips on how to keep your home warm & safe in the colder months

Danielle Bekker explains more about her local business

Go with the Flow at Godalming art gallery’s new exhibition

Go with the Flow at Godalming art gallery’s new exhibition

Watch out for the Giant Houseplant Takeover at RHS Wisley

Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week and all its benefits

Jane Austen’s House celebrates re-opening with new ambassadors and new events 

Scale new heights with this year’s films with the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 

Liz Nicholls chats to singer Russell Watson about his tour

We’ve put together some articles about planning for later life care as well as staying healthy & stimulated in our February guide.

We’ve teamed up with Tilda to serve up some recipes to make the most of their new flavoured easy-cook sachets

Active minds and active bodies are on the curriculum at the University of the Third Age

Make money from your passion at Pop-Up Business School in Didcot

Photography students work on show at The Lightbox 

Join snowdrop walk and support Child Bereavement UK 

Millennials to get connected to nature recovery networks 

Lucy Barker tells us about ‘Star of Wonder’ at Guildford Cathedral

The ways of getting in shape are constantly changing as this year’s trends suggest

Want a change of job and need some help writing that perfect CV? Judith Coslett has some great advice

Review of Aladdin at the New Victoria Theatre Woking, by Lucy Barker

Welcome to the first education extra of 2020, we had an impressive array of entries for our story writing competition and they all prove what a talented bunch you are!

If we each make small changes to our lives we can collectively make a huge impact to protect our planet for future generations. Here are some positive ideas…

Liz Nicholls asks award-winning presenter and biologist Liz Bonnin about school, the live tour of the BBC’s Planet Earth II this spring and how we can all do our bit.

We share two exclusive recipes from Ollie Hunter’s brand new sustainable cookbook with two copies up for grabs

This festive season, look no further than Windsor Great Park as the setting for your family time together.

Lorrin Chantrey tells us how her four-year-old daughter inspired a unique project, including some festive woodland fun this month & parties galore

Locally based charity Jigsaw helps children come to terms with the loss of a parent. Here’s why you should support the Big Christmas Challenge.

Experience the magic of the Christmas story live at The Wintershall Nativity Play, from Wednesday 18th to Sunday 22nd December.

Liz Nicholls reviews the newly opened Ivy Oxford Brasserie.

The story behind a local production of Little Matchstick Girl at Farnham Maltings has an equally moving significance & legacy

Take part in the Santa & Elf fun runs in Hindhead, Godalming and Farnborough this month to raise money for a life-changing charity.

Please join us in supporting the Children’s Air Ambulance whose life-saving helicopters are going green. Anna Phillips tells us more.

Michelle Miley takes some time out to indulge in an afternoon of relaxation and pampering at Donnington Valley near Newbury in Berkshire

Local dad David Lamont, founder of Plastic Free Home, offers his tips on how we can enjoy a more planet-friendly season

Round & About Magazine is publishing its popular annual eight-page Adult Health & Social Care Supplement in February 2020.

Steve Warner enjoys Ghost’s performance at SSE Arena Wembley on Friday

Christmas shopping: celebrating our local traders and Small Business Saturday on 7th December

The friendly fella in the red suit with the long white beard is building up to his busiest time of the year and over the next few weeks there are plenty of places where you can catch him as he stops off on tour before heading back to get those presents ready for 25th December. Here are some of the venues you can catch him…

Pantomimes are many children’s first experience of the theatre and what a way to start!

We’ve teamed up with multisensory creators Sam Bompas and Harry Parr to serve up some cocktail fresh recipes from The Bompas & Parr Cocktail Book

Television star, singer and father of five Rob Brydon, 54, talks about his life & career ahead of his new Songs & Stories tour

Join in the Santa run from Windsor Castle

Guildford’s Carolyn Ledger explains more about Naturally Wrapt – the planet-friendly business she launched this year, in addition to her job as a SEN teacher

Ella Reeves reviews Lovely Bones at Oxford Playhouse

Gifts galore at Chertsey school Christmas fair 

Things to do this half term in Surrey

Leading chef Laura Mason shares some recipes

Liz Nicholls chats to musician & dad Jack Savoretti

Remember, remember the 5th of November… Flash, bang, wallop… it’s fireworks time!

Follow the trail on Farnham Heath created by local artists inspired by the wildlife there

Take pride in the Windsor lions before auction is the mane event 

WW2 veterans portraits at Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum 

Wear it pink and support breast cancer research charities 

Michaela Strachan chats to us about plastic…

First aid to be part of curriculum in state schools next year

Thousands of runners set to take to streets of Oxford and Guildford 

Brothers’ take on two marathons in two days for charity

Don’t bottle things up on World Mental Health Day 

For autistic people every day …

Continue reading "Autism hour"

Celebrating 30 years of sharing stories 

The wonder of Wisley 

Cheers to CAMRA Good Beer Guide 

If you love craft, Farnham is the place to be in October 

Enjoy a walk in a local wood as we enjoy awesome autumn! 

Read about the Thames Valley Tech Awards 2019

New look for Bill’s in Newbury with chance to win dinner for six 

Our countryside & its wildlife is at risk. We encourage you to join the campaign to save our endangered hedgerows and share an exclusive extract from John Craven’s new book.

It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month – support the cause by buying these items & wearing pink on Friday, 18th October

Liz Nicholls asks broadcaster & dad John Craven, 79, about his life & career ahead of his appearance at Guildford Literary Festival

Chef & restaurateur Gennaro Contaldo shares two delicious autumnal recipes from his new book Pasta Perfecto

Guildford’s first closed-road running race starting from the town’s cobbled high street takes place on 13th October.

Illuminated boat pageant at dusk is the highlight of a day beside the river

David Lamont shares his story about his mission to heal the planet

Join a memory walk against dementia

Theatre, comedy, music, dance, family shows, a pop up record stall and music around a fire pit are among some of the many amazing attractions at this year’s Windsor Fringe. 

Five educational benifits of visiting a farm

Michelle Miley reviews Boomtown 2019

In May we told you about the Community Foundation for Surrey and the work they do to support causes through its family of donors, they are now delighted to have reached a magnificent milestone

Discover history, architecture and culture at Heritage Open Days

A light hearted look at the subject of pruning or as many people call it ‘chopping’ ‘hacking’ or ‘trimming’.

Surrey’s food and drink hero is back!

Join the party at arboretum – it’s much more than a walk in the woods!

September is the perfect month to book in for some R&R. Here are a few great places to enjoy some pampering treatments and time out!

Actor, comedian & writer Stephen Fry, 62, tells us about his new show Mythos: A Trilogy – Gods. Heroes. Men which is on tour this month, including Oxford & London

School days are the happiest days of your life, right? Check out our education guide and find out how you can make them really top class.

Chef & TV star Sophie Grigson shares two recipes ahead of her food & photography courses starting next month…

Liz Nicholls asks Matt Thomson, frontman of homegrown heroes The Amazons about local life and music ahead of their hotly anticipated performance at Reading Festival…

Raise a glass of Ridgeview English Sparkling Wine to Ridgefest

Be Nice, Say Hi to cyclists and horses

Windsor Castle voted one of the nation’s favourite landmarks

Colourful lions set to line the streets of the Royal Borough

The first Pride event in Surrey is taking place in Woking

Local mum Jessica Simmons explains more about her wonderful daughter’s milestones

Haslemere Museum helps piece together visit for Jigsaw pupils 

There’s still plenty to enjoy and get on with in the garden this month.

Model, racing driver, TV presenter & pub landlady Jodie Kidd, 40, tells us about life, local treasures and her foodie favourites

Chef & TV star Sophie Grigson shares two recipes ahead of her food & photography courses starting next month…

We raise a toast to the many local producers wowing the world with their food & drink offerings worth your attention

Hot stuff at Guildford Cheese & Chilli Festival 

This summer marks the 10th anniversary of the Big Butterfly Count – the world’s largest butterfly survey.

More than 10 million random acts of wildness in month-long challenge 

Guildford Summer Festival is back for its 36th year

Make the most of the longer evenings at RHS Garden Wisley

Liz Nicholls speaks to local singer-songwriter Will Young

Join Wokingham Bikeathon on 30th June and take on 15 or 35 mile route 

We’ve teamed up with the team behind ZIGZAG to bring you the perfect recipes to rustle up on the grill this summer!

Join Box Hill brunch walk and raise money for Harrison’s Fund 

Take on a triathlon with a difference from Windsor to Brighton

Be Nice, Say Hi to cyclists and horses

Eat Food Festival in Henley until Saturday

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance needs you!

Show you care during Children’s Hospice Week 

It’s Independent Bookshop Week – read all about it! 

Star chef Kay Plunkett-Hogge shares two recipes from her new book Baan: Recipes & Stories From My Thai Home

Liz Nicholls asks architect, dad and TV star George Clarke, 47 about life & loves ahead of hosting Blenheim Flower Show this month

Surrey Wildlife Trust puts winners’ work on display

Carers Week puts the focus on 6.5million in the UK helping family and friends 

Guildford Summer Festival, with sponsor Silent Pool Gin, is back for its 36th year between now and Saturday, 10th August.

Solent Hotel & Spa in Fareham, Hampshire, has the perfect spa break and dining packages to help you hit the “reset” button and offers a great base to explore the south coast

Art lovers in Surrey are in for a real treat over the next few days when 297 artists open their studios as part of the largest Surrey Artists’ Open Studios to date.

Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood stars as ‘baddie’ Miss Hannigan in Annie at the New Victoria Woking 

June is one of the nicest months of the year. The days are long and the garden is now in full swing.

Good Hotel Guide shares 10 of their top hotels in Devon with us…

Add a handful of community spirit, a sprinkling of food and a big dose of fun to create The Big Lunch on 1st and 2nd June

Celebrate the 65th anniversary of the Surrey County Show

Wild Surrey Art & Photography Exhibition

Watch out for the giant badger on 1st and 2nd June and take on the 30 Days Wild challenge

Get on the FAST Road to Rudridge and help raise funds for the Stroke Association 

Don’t be afraid to talk in Dementia Action Week

Spring is coming to its glorious end, and summer is nearly upon us.

Every year thousands of new foster carers are needed to help young people to flourish in life. Perhaps you could be one of them?

Foster carers are part of what’s called “the team around the child”. As we approach Foster Care Fortnight, between 13th and 26th May, we encourage you to consider it.

Ahead of Alresford Watercress Festival on Sunday, 19th May, The Watercress Company has teamed up with chef Keri Astill Frew to share some recipes…

Today marks the start of Christian Aid Week, the national week raising money for the worldwide work of Christian Aid.

Chilworth school celebrate being recycling champions

Celebrate Surrey Day with some fantastic fun for the whole family! 

Leo Sayer talks to Peter Anderson about life and his show at Guildford’s G Live on Thursday, 30th May. 

Halow riders out to shine with 250-mile charity cycle in Guildford

Can you take on PACT’s Marathon in May challenge? 

The Community Foundation for Surrey is making a difference through its family of donors.

The blooming marvellous Chelsea Flower Show is a true horticultural highlight

I absolutely love this time of year. The countryside is awash with daffodils, tulips are starting to flower and glorious summer days in the garden really are just around the corner.

Ahead of Alresford Watercress Festival on Sunday, 19th May, The Watercress Company has teamed up with chef Keri Astill Frew to share some recipes…

Book lovers’ paradise at the third Woking Literary Festival

The We Love Golf campaign is encouraging more women to take part in the game and enjoy the social side too

People’s Trust for Endangered Species needs your help to record Britain’s ‘big five’

The eleventh Orchid Male Cancer Awareness Week, from 8th 14th April, encourages all men to check their “bits”

Enjoy an oar-some day out at the University Boat Race

Help save Badger, Ratty, Mole and Toad and create a wilder future

Don’t be surprised if on your way to work or school this morning you see many more children than usual on their bikes, scooters or just walking. 

Fancy a night away? Refresh yourself (and perhaps your plus one) with an overnight break right here in the UK, writes Liz Nicholls.

The next couple of months are a great time to enjoy a day at the races

Shell out on some family fun at these cracking Easter egg hunts.

Science and art come alive this March at Innovate Guildford 2019

Step out and step up your health and fitness with a good walk

Happy anniversary to Surrey Wildlife Trust

If you have a passion for classic fashion then you should make a date to visit the Vintage Fashion Fair at Farnham Maltings with a range of clothing, accessories and textiles to browse.

Our easy to make pancake recipe!

Ahead of British Pie Week, 2nd to 8th March, The Hairy Bikers share their pie recipes…

Multi award-winning author Julia Donaldson tells us about seeing her work adapted for the stage as Zog goes on tour across the UK this month

Share photographs of Second World War vegetable plots with the RHS Dig for Victory campaign

Ward Thomas – AKA 24-year-old twin sisters Catherine and Lizzy who went to school near Cranleigh – tell us about their influences ahead of their gig this month.

Liz Nicholls chats to actor, dad, and all-round charming man Nigel Havers, 67, who is set to star in ART at Richmond Theatre.

Ahead of Chinese New Year on Tuesday, 5th February (the Year of the Pig), local star Ching He Huang shares her wisdom…

Liz Nicholls chats to Woody Woodmansey ahead of the Holy Holy show this month…

A Woking couple have launched a “BEAT” awareness campaign for ovarian cancer.

Strictly Come Dancing’s “Mr Debonair” Anton du Beke tells Peter Anderson about his upcoming show in Guildford, together with dance partner Erin Boag.

Andy Burnham offers his guide to some of the best megalithic sites here in South East England which you can visit.

Jodie Prenger leads the cast in Abigail’s Party, Mike Leigh’s ground-breaking play at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre from Monday, 25th February, to Saturday, 2nd March.

Sam Avery will tackle parenthood at Aldershot’s West End Centre on Thursday, 28th February. Peter Anderson quizzes him on how he devised the show.

Enjoy a wine time at Albury Vineyard and take a bit of the vine home with you.

Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Later life can be full of fun & mental stimulation. In February we focus on adult care and our moving interview with Sir Jackie Stewart as well as initiatives from silverswans

Expect to be involved in the show in the latest improv offering from The Noise Next Door.

Now the festive season is a memory, cheer-up treats are needed and what could be better than The Fantastical Chocolate Festival in Woking?

Farnham Maltings will once again host unravel… a festival of knitting, between Friday, 22nd and Sunday, 24th February.

Snow Patrol’s frontman Gary Lightbody chats about his recent move to L.A. and what goes into their shows.

Journey deep into the ocean with Blue Planet II – Live in Concert – a feast for your eyes and ears…

Iris Lloyd explains more about her “now or never” approach to writing, having written her first novel at the age of 70 and just published her latest.

School days are the happiest days of your life, right? Check out our education guide and find out how you can make them really top class.

Lucy Radford of Abingdon charity Sumatran Orangutan Society explains more about the plight of and how to help this majestic endangered creature.

Strictly star Ian Waite’s life was changed by the joy of dance and you can channel the same benefits thanks to FitSteps…

Celebrities galore and a great day out!

We chat to academic, writer and broadcaster Alice Roberts ahead of her tour Digging for Britain

The Ron Green Big Band will perform at Cranleigh Arts Centre on Saturday, 2nd February, from 8pm.

Waltzing in a Winter Wonderland comes to Woking’s New Victoria Theatre on Sunday, 20th January, at 3pm.

Liz Nicholls reflects on a tumultuous year in world politics, thanks to Tim Benson and the talented cartoonists who have depicted 2018 in satirical pictures…

Shamley Green pilot-turned-author Heather Lanfermeijer explains more about how her experiences of motherhood led her to write her debut novel The Society Game.

There’s a trio of celebrations in the all-Mozart programme for the first event on the Grayshott Concerts calendar for 2019…

Star chef Dipna Anand shares some Punjabi-inspired vegan recipes to warm the cockles as we enter a new year

Another year beginning and I can’t think of a better task than to sit in front of a roaring fire scanning the new seed catalogues! I am often asked what veg can I grow NOW?

One of Britain’s top comedians, Hal Cruttenden brings his stand-up show to Maidenhead’s Norden Farm this month.

Wishes in the Wind, A Christmas story by Chris Meredith

On Monday, St Christopher’s Fellowship launched its Christmas fundraising appeal. They’re raising £20,000 to help make sure children in care and young care leavers don’t feel lonely this Christmas.

How do dadimas aka grandmothers self-care?

Anton du Beke chats to Peter Anderson about writing his new novel One Enchanted Evening ahead of another UK-wide dance tour with Erin Boag in January.

Do your children or grandchildren go out in Woking during weekend nights? If so, they will probably have met, or perhaps been helped by, Woking Street Angels.

Story Pocket Theatre bring their entertaining family-friendly version of The Nutcracker to Farnham Maltings later this month.

Two creative Godalming locals have set up a local market to showcase local craftspeople and help make your Christmas shopping fun!

Peter Anderson tells us why we should celebrate the Christmas story with Wintershall Players in Bramley between 12th and 16th December.

Peter Anderson chats to children’s TV star Justin Fletcher MBE, 48, ahead of another star turn delighting families as we hit pantomime season.

Here are some indulgent yet wholesome and uncomplicated recipe ideas to help keep us grounded throughout this mad month.

Father Christmas is very busy this month finding out who’s been naughty or nice! 
Here’s where you can catch him.

Your local theatres have a stockingful of pantomimes to delight family audiences (and some just for adults). Liz Nicholls rounds up some star-studded highlights to enjoy at a theatre near you this winter…

Interview with Craig Revel Horwood, Strictly pantomime star.

The Prodigy brought their No Tourists tour to London’s Ally Pally on Wednesday night as part of their European live tour

Katie Melua tells us about her latest tour, what she’s learnt in her 15-year career, and why her grandad is still her biggest fan.

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We chat to Scottish and Oxford-based television presenter of Coast vs Country

With the autumn rugby internationals on the horizon, we chat to rugby legend and father Will Greenwood.

Round & About Magazine expands in to its ninth county as the family business continues to fly the flag for print publishing

Turkey is a traditional favourite but there are so many choices of meat when it comes to the festive table, and many excellent local producers

We talk to Fulhamites Gracie and Sophie – aka Squirrel Sisters – about their mission to bring their vegan snack bar start-up to the masses

find effective natural relief for joint and muscle inflammation this winter

Jamie Stevens, hairdresser to the stars including Hugh Grant and Olly Murs, talks frankly about the sensitive topic of balding – and how to combat it

Gin-lovers! Check out this Lucky Neem cocktail recipe courtesy of Kricket in White City, London

Gin is enjoying a resurgence in popularity, with a wealth of interesting spirits produced right here on our doorstep.

It is a challenge to identify the plants, know how they are pruned and then carry it out. Cathie has some advice for those brave enough to venture out!

In the heart of winter sometimes we crave informal, uncomplicated, wholesome food. These recipes will provide comfort and nourishment through the festive period.

National treasure John Challis comes to Farnham Maltings this month – he tells us more

Supporting those who need it the most is at the heart of one local charity’s mission.

October to me is all about wholesome, nutritious, heart-warming, health-giving food.

Actress, activist and mum Joanna Lumley, 72, talks tigers, tickets and taking life in her stride as she embarks upon her solo UK tour It’s All About Me.

Liz Nicholls chats to Simon Clinton, founder of Save Wild Tigers

Put on your dancing shoes this weekend for sounds of the 60s and raising money for a good cause

Joseph Allen joins King Edward’s Witley, Godalming, in September as the new Head of English

Liz Nicholls chats to singer-songwriter and dad Rick Astley, 52, about making his new album and having the best of both worlds

Kevin Leivers of Guildford’s Naked Pharmacy explains how we can help boost children’s mental health and support them through school life

Fill your garden with these beautiful Michaelmas Daisies flowers, says Cathie’s Garden Army, and have beautiful blooms in Autumn

September signifies a change of the seasons, woodland walks and cosy evenings in. These following recipes should provide comfort & nourishment

Susannah Steel traverses rooftops and rainforests with prize-winning author Katherine Rundell to explore children’s literature and her inspiration

A glimpse of Woking between the wars is the focus of a current photographic exhibition by Sidney Francis at the Lightbox Gallery

Join Robin Hood and his friends from Sherwood Forest this month in The Savill Garden, Englefield Green, thanks to an outdoor special from Chapterhouse Theatre Company

The 30th anniversary tour of Fame The Musical comes to Reading’s The Hexagon. We catch up with soap star Jorgie Porter, of Hollyoaks fame, ahead of her performance.

Summer is here which means al fresco aplenty and Katie Kingsley has rustled up some delicious ideas to enjoy on the side!

We chat to Paul Clerehugh, the star chef of The Crooked Billet and London Street Brasserie about his summer favourites…

Shalini Bhalla, a well-known Cranleigh resident and director of local Bollywood dance-fitness company Just Jhoom!, has just published a revealingly honest book about her mental health and relationship with late husband Jeremy Lucas.

Journey to Neverland thanks to an open-air musical production of Peter Pan by the Immersion Theatre team, writes Peter Anderson

Puttenham mum and Surrey business owner Sam Reynolds has won an Inspire 2018 award in The Mpower National Business Awards for her company SamSpaces

Here at Round & About Magazine, we are passionate supporters of local pubs, restaurants and producers. After all, anyone working in the food and drinks industry will know it takes a lot of hard graft to help punters relax!

We asked Ching He Huang, one of the many chefs starring at Woking Food Festival 31st August – 2nd September, about her kitchen faves

We uncork some of our favourites food and drink places to enjoy this summer, starting with Cherry Butler’s visit to one of Bentley’s sparkling wine-producing beauty…

We live in a rich and fertile part of the country with many hard-working food & drink producers to appetise you! Here are some nibbles…

Liz Nicholls chats to musician, cheese maker and dad Alex James, 49, ahead of The Big Feastival which takes place 24th-26th August, in the Cotswolds

Beauty and the beach …or wherever you happen to be over the summer. Here are our picks

Head to RHS Wisley this month to enjoy a whole host of family-friendly and foodie fun

Pranksters Theatre Company return to Guildford’s historic Castle Keep from 13th – 21st July to stage William Shakespeare’s rollicking comedy The Taming of The Shrew

If you go down to the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise… well one of natural wonder, with our Woodland Trust-inspired walks, writes Rachel Wakefield

Direct from London’s West End, where it’s in its record-breaking 10th year, Thriller Live returns to Woking’s New Victoria Theatre between Monday, 2nd and Saturday, 7th July

This month, support Surrey-wide charity Headway Surrey, established in 1985, with its life-changing work

Everyone is invited to the free family celebration of peace and equality at this year’s Party in the Park on Saturday, 7th July, at Woking Park from 12noon to 9pm.

You’re in control: You can dramatically reduce the total toxic load you are under by making sensible lifestyle choices

You’re welcome to come along and explore Lord Baden Powell’s former home in Bentley on Sunday, 8th July, where there will be fun for all ages and tastes.

Kate Schutte, head of English at Cranleigh Prep School, tells us about the second annual Awesome Book Awards, won this year by Peter Bunzl

Christina Pearce explains about Cranleigh Village Hospital Trust, the charity which has fought to return local in-patient care.

Calling all pixies, gnomes and fairies! Head along to Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village in Compton on Saturday 7th and Sunday, 8th July for a magical highlight

Alan Titchmarsh is calling on all gardeners to unite to create a refuge for struggling butterflies, moths and other pollinators this summer. Join us in your garden – and online.

It might come as a bit of a surprise that there is such a thing in this country! Not to be confused with those bright red ones often seen on holiday…

We’re spoilt for choice with fantastic British seasonal produce and cooking light, speedy food is key to feeling good, inside and out! Recipes created by Katie Kingsley.

Historian, broadcaster and TV presenter Dan Snow tells us more about his upcoming History Guy tour…

Liz Nicholls chats to Dame Esther Rantzen, 78, patron of Silverline and Childline, about life, loneliness and love

Peter Anderson chats to Alice Marshall, winner of the Brighton Fringe Best Comedy Award ahead of her shows this month.

Jonathan Lovett chats to Mark Chadwick of seminal band The Levellers ahead of their tour which takes in the Thames Valley this month

You’re in control: If you suspect that you might have suboptimal levels of stomach acid, the following actions may well help