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7 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Exploring Surrey: G F and Mary Watts in Surrey – GI 25 046
Exploring Surrey: G F and Mary Watts in Surrey – GI 25 046
Learn about the life, work and network of Victorian celebrities and their legacy in Surrey. The couple - professional craftswoman Mary Seton Watts and 'England's Michelangelo' George Frederic Watts - […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The existence of evil in the world is considered by many to be highly problematic for the claim that God exists. This course considers (rationally and rigorously) the problem of […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
2 events,
Game of Pairs – Fantastic Reality – GI 25 047 (Face to Face and Online)
Game of Pairs – Fantastic Reality – GI 25 047 (Face to Face and Online)
Join Ronnie for the first of a new series where he will compare two artworks which overlap in theme, but with very different results due to differences in temperament ambition […]
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
This foundation course is for people with no or little knowledge of the Italian language and culture and will enable the participants to feel comfortable when exchanging basic personal information […]
2 events,
Drawing and Painting Still Life – GI 25 045
Drawing and Painting Still Life – GI 25 045
This two-week course will enable you to practise how to compose and capture still life, taking inspiration from masters such as Cézanne. Your tutor Songül will explain basic approaches to […]
The Creation and Restoration of Painshill, Surrey – T356
The Creation and Restoration of Painshill, Surrey – T356
Painshill was one of the finest landscape gardens of the Georgian era, a garden designed to play on the senses and imagination. During the 20th century it became neglected, overgrown […]
2 events,
French Conversation – GI 25 012
French Conversation – GI 25 012
Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In […]
The Soul of Sissinghurst – A Quintessential English Garden – GI 25 048
The Soul of Sissinghurst – A Quintessential English Garden – GI 25 048
Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson bought Sissinghurst Castle in Kent in 1930 and transformed the land and rundown Elizabethan buildings into one of our most romantic English gardens. Essential to the enduring allure of […]
2 events,
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
We dive into the evolution of naval history, exploring iconic ships, legendary sailors, and pivotal maritime strategies. From ancient seafaring to modern naval warfare, this course examines how control of […]
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (Face to Face and Online)
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (Face to Face and Online)
We will explore how historical restrictions—social, economic, technological, and geographical—shaped your ancestors’ daily life, inspired innovation, and drove societal change. Through case studies, personal stories, and comparative analysis, the course […]
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6 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The existence of evil in the world is considered by many to be highly problematic for the claim that God exists. This course considers (rationally and rigorously) the problem of […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
0 events,
3 events,
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Join us in V Café on alternate Wednesday mornings at our ‘chatter and natter’ table. Run by our friendly table volunteers, we aim to provide a welcoming space for individuals […]
Painting with Watercolour Pencils – GI 25 049
Painting with Watercolour Pencils – GI 25 049
If you are curious about how to use watercolour pencils, then join Songül for this fun course! This versatile medium is portable, convenient, and easy to use indoors or outdoors. […]
Sir Morris Abbot and the Spice Trade – T357
Sir Morris Abbot and the Spice Trade – T357
George Abbot, Archbishop of Canterbury under King James I, was not the only member of this Guildford family to achieve national prominence. His younger brother, Morris, rose to be one […]
2 events,
French Conversation – GI 25 012
French Conversation – GI 25 012
Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In […]
Postponed The Meaning of Flowers in Art – GI 25 050
Postponed The Meaning of Flowers in Art – GI 25 050
Sorry, this activity has been postponed. Flowers have been used symbolically in art history throughout the centuries. The rose, the lily, and other flowers each have their own special significance; […]
3 events,
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
We dive into the evolution of naval history, exploring iconic ships, legendary sailors, and pivotal maritime strategies. From ancient seafaring to modern naval warfare, this course examines how control of […]
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (Face to Face and Online)
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (Face to Face and Online)
We will explore how historical restrictions—social, economic, technological, and geographical—shaped your ancestors’ daily life, inspired innovation, and drove societal change. Through case studies, personal stories, and comparative analysis, the course […]
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Come along to our informal, community group, where you can learn and share crafting skills with likeminded people. Be part of a fun, friendly and supportive group. Please bring along […]
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0 events,
7 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Pre-Raphaelite Women Poets and Painters – GI 25 051
Pre-Raphaelite Women Poets and Painters – GI 25 051
This course explores the writings, artworks and connections of three Pre-Raphaelite women: Christina Rossetti, Elizabeth Siddal and Evelyn De Morgan. Read their poems and paintings alongside each other to discover […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The existence of evil in the world is considered by many to be highly problematic for the claim that God exists. This course considers (rationally and rigorously) the problem of […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
3 events,
Canceled Italian Summer School – Upper Intermediate and Advanced Levels – GI 25 052
Canceled Italian Summer School – Upper Intermediate and Advanced Levels – GI 25 052
Sorry, this activity has been cancelled. The first week’s focus will be the film Va dove ti porta il cuore (1996, dir. Cristina Comencini), based on the book by Susanna […]
Exploring Surrey: Through Artists’ Eyes and Church Monuments – GI 25 099
Exploring Surrey: Through Artists’ Eyes and Church Monuments – GI 25 099
Explore Surrey with Hilary! Session 1: Exploring Surrey's Church Monuments In the morning, uncover Surrey's fascinating range of memorials in its churches and graveyards. They range from Medieval brasses and […]
Canceled Italian Summer School – Beginners, Refreshers and Lower Intermediate Levels – GI 25 053
Canceled Italian Summer School – Beginners, Refreshers and Lower Intermediate Levels – GI 25 053
Sorry, this activity has been cancelled. These two sessions are dedicated to exploring some less know facts about smaller regions not usually the first choice for holiday makers. We will […]
2 events,
Canceled Holiday Reads – What Do You Suggest? – GI 25 054
Canceled Holiday Reads – What Do You Suggest? – GI 25 054
Sorry, this activity has been cancelled. Please bring along a book that could be recommended for a holiday read. Be prepared to discuss genre, plot outline, characters, reasons you enjoyed […]
Superspy Science – T358
Superspy Science – T358
Science and technology have always been central to the plots that make up the world of James Bond. In this talk Kathryn Harkup explores 007’s exploits from the practicalities of […]
2 events,
French Conversation – GI 25 012
French Conversation – GI 25 012
Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In […]
Interior Design: The Inside Story – GI 25 055
Interior Design: The Inside Story – GI 25 055
What is ‘interior design’ to the homeowner, and can professional know-how help you create a beautiful home? This introductory lecture from experienced interior designer Debby will address the main topics […]
1 event,
The Canadians in Surrey During World War II – GI 25 056 (also Online)
The Canadians in Surrey During World War II – GI 25 056 (also Online)
Discover the fascinating story of the 23,000 Canadians stationed in Surrey during WWII. Join historian Lorraine Spindler to explore their role in building defences, preparing for D-Day, and the relationships […]
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0 events,
7 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Pre-Raphaelite Women Poets and Painters – GI 25 051
Pre-Raphaelite Women Poets and Painters – GI 25 051
This course explores the writings, artworks and connections of three Pre-Raphaelite women: Christina Rossetti, Elizabeth Siddal and Evelyn De Morgan. Read their poems and paintings alongside each other to discover […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The existence of evil in the world is considered by many to be highly problematic for the claim that God exists. This course considers (rationally and rigorously) the problem of […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
3 events,
Italian Summer School – Upper Intermediate and Advanced Levels – GI 25 052
Italian Summer School – Upper Intermediate and Advanced Levels – GI 25 052
The first week’s focus will be the film Va dove ti porta il cuore (1996, dir. Critstina Comencini), based on the book by Susanna Tamaro. Our analysis will be based […]
Titian – God of Painting – GI 25 057 (also Online)
Titian – God of Painting – GI 25 057 (also Online)
Titian was one of the greatest painters who ever lived. His reputation never declined, and he is revered today as the developer of a new way of painting, making richly […]
Canceled Italian Summer School – Beginners, Refreshers and Lower Intermediate Levels – GI 25 053
Canceled Italian Summer School – Beginners, Refreshers and Lower Intermediate Levels – GI 25 053
Sorry, this activity has been cancelled. These two sessions are dedicated to exploring some less know facts about smaller regions not usually the first choice for holiday makers. We will […]
1 event,
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Join us in V Café on alternate Wednesday mornings at our ‘chatter and natter’ table. Run by our friendly table volunteers, we aim to provide a welcoming space for individuals […]
1 event,
News, Fake News & Propaganda – GI 25 103
News, Fake News & Propaganda – GI 25 103
The rise of 'fake news' has been a shock for us all. Once we happily assumed what we heard on TV or read in newspapers was fundamentally true, give or […]
4 events,
Acting, Drama and Façade in Jane Austen’s Novels – GI 25 059
Acting, Drama and Façade in Jane Austen’s Novels – GI 25 059
In ‘Mansfield Park’, the debate about acting in ‘Lover’s Vows’ uncovers aspects of plot and characterisation. In a less literal sense, Jane Austen shines a spotlight on the dangers of […]
Chekhov – His Life and Works – GI 25 060
Chekhov – His Life and Works – GI 25 060
Chekhov was a prolific writer of short stories and an influential playwright, as well as being a medical doctor. This basic introduction will consider Chekhov’s life and his literary development […]
Lifting the Sky – Journeys Through Art – GI 25 061
Lifting the Sky – Journeys Through Art – GI 25 061
Join artist Chris for a journey through modern and contemporary art, as she explores a different topic each week. Week 1: Movement and Dynamic Line Explore works by Hepworth, Derain, […]
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Come along to our informal, community group, where you can learn and share crafting skills with likeminded people. Be part of a fun, friendly and supportive group. Please bring along […]
0 events,
0 events,
5 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
1 event,
The Life and Times of Jane Austen – GI 25 062
The Life and Times of Jane Austen – GI 25 062
In her brilliant and witty novels Jane Austen paints a vivid picture of social behaviour in ‘polite’ society at the beginning of the nineteenth century. In the course we will […]
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Dreams, Disillusionment, and Redemption in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ and Toni Morrison’s ‘Beloved’ – GI 25 063
Dreams, Disillusionment, and Redemption in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ and Toni Morrison’s ‘Beloved’ – GI 25 063
This thought-provoking two-day summer school explores F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby and Toni Morrison's Beloved. Day one delves into the complexities of the American Dream, identity, and moral choices, […]
News, Fake News & Propaganda – GI 25 103
News, Fake News & Propaganda – GI 25 103
The rise of 'fake news' has been a shock for us all. Once we happily assumed what we heard on TV or read in newspapers was fundamentally true, give or […]
2 events,
Dreams, Disillusionment, and Redemption in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ and Toni Morrison’s ‘Beloved’ – GI 25 063
Dreams, Disillusionment, and Redemption in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ and Toni Morrison’s ‘Beloved’ – GI 25 063
This thought-provoking two-day summer school explores F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby and Toni Morrison's Beloved. Day one delves into the complexities of the American Dream, identity, and moral choices, […]
Lifting the Sky – Journeys Through Art History – GI 25 061
Lifting the Sky – Journeys Through Art History – GI 25 061
Join artist Chris for a journey through art history, as she explores a different topic each week. Week 1: Movement and Dynamic Line Explore works by Hepworth, Derain, Matisse and […]
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