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Guildford Arts Exhibition
Guildford Institute and Guildford Arts are pleased to present their next exhibition from talented artists: ANGELA ORTEGA PESTANA - PAINTER She started painting in 2011 at the Adult Centre in Guildford on a watercolour course and after living for a few years in the UK, she has travelled around the country visiting beautiful landscapes such […]
Monday, May 4, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 -Italian for Improvers – Term 3 – GI 26 009
Italian for Improvers – Term 3 – GI 26 009
This course is aimed at students who have a basic knowledge of the Italian language and are looking to improve their skills. The course will enable participants to feel comfortable conducting informal conversations about general topics as well as starting to look at reading longer comprehension texts. Discussions of grammar will involve looking at expressing […]
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 -German for your Holidays – GI 26 016
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May 6, 2026 -Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
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May 6, 2026 -Watercolour Painting for Beginners Continued – GI 26 018
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May 6, 2026 -Yesterday’s Castaways: History, Nostalgia or Junk? – T388
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May 6, 2026 -German Conversation – GI 26 017
German for your Holidays – GI 26 016
Going to Austria, Germany or Switzerland for your holidays and want to converse a little with the locals? Or maybe you are planning a skiing trip for the winter season? This course introduces you to some of the basics you might need to help you enjoy your holiday! Suitable for complete beginners.
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Join us on Wednesday mornings at our 'chatter and natter' table. Run by our friendly table volunteers, we provide a welcoming space for individuals to come together to meet, chat and socialise over a hot drink. One conversation can make all the difference! Pop in anytime from 10.30am - 11.30am The group will either meet […]
Watercolour Painting for Beginners Continued – GI 26 018
In this four-week course students will be introduced to basic watercolour techniques and applications. You will learn key uses of the medium such as watercolour washes, wet-on-dry, wet-on-wet, and colour mixing. Suitable for complete beginners. A materials list will be provided. This is a continuation from the November 2025 course. A materials list will be […]
Yesterday’s Castaways: History, Nostalgia or Junk? – T388
Popular local historian David Rose looks at once common everyday objects, some remembered and some not. Items include bottles, pots, tins and packaging, advertising signs and other signage including railway items. David finds them fascinating and they are often key to his interest and research into local, as well as Britain's social and commercial history […]
£7.00
German Conversation – GI 26 017
An informal class centred on improving your German conversational skills. Aimed at post-beginners/pre-intermediate. Not suitable for beginners. If you are interested in getting a taste for the language, why not try ‘German for your Holidays’.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026 -French Conversation – GI 26 020
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May 7, 2026 -Jazz and Édith Piaf – GI 26 028
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May 7, 2026 -Introduction to Yoga – GI 26 108
French Conversation – GI 26 020
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 a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, you will strengthen and expand your knowledge of the French language. This course is aimed at those who are confident […]
Jazz and Édith Piaf – GI 26 028
Guitarist Nicolas Meier is inviting singer Anna Stewart to join him as they look at the wonderful music, and the life, of Édith Piaf. They will take you on a lovely French musical journey, choosing some of Piaf’s best songs. Expect a delightful and entertaining afternoon with the beautiful sound of this vocal and guitar […]
£20.25 – £23.00
Introduction to Yoga – GI 26 108
Gentle yoga-based sessions creating a safe space for self-exploration and reflection. Through movement, breath, and guided practices, we’ll build self-awareness, clarity, and emotional balance. No prior experience needed. Please bring your own mat, plus any yoga props (blocks, bricks, straps, blankets) and some water. Wear comfortable, breathable layers and non-slip socks or bare feet. Please […]
Friday, May 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026 -Picturing Fashion (also online) – GI 26 026
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May 8, 2026 -Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens – V126
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May 8, 2026 -The History of Sleep, Diet, and Health for Family Historians (also Online) – GI 26 021
Picturing Fashion (also online) – GI 26 026
Explore how costume and portraiture intertwine to shape identity across 600 years of art. Using works from various museums and galleries, this richly illustrated course reveals the meanings behind damasks, satins and velvets of Tudor and Stuart splendour, as well as the radical simplicity of later styles, uncovering how clothing reflects status, ideology, and self-presentation.
Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens – V126
Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens in Horsham is a 240 acre, Grade I listed garden that is particularly colourful and full of life in the spring months when the rhodedendrons and azaleas are in full bloom. Tea and coffee will be served on arrival before you enjoy an optional private, 60-minute guided walking garden tour. Alternatively, […]
£37.00 – £45.00
The History of Sleep, Diet, and Health for Family Historians (also Online) – GI 26 021
Discover how your ancestors’ daily lives shaped their wellbeing. We will examine evolving sleep patterns, traditional foods, cooking methods, beliefs about nutrition, and historical approaches to illness and medicine. By exploring records, diaries, and social contexts, you’ll gain deeper insight into how everyday habits influenced longevity, resilience, and family history.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 -Writing Memoirs – Tell Your Story – GI 26 029
Writing Memoirs – Tell Your Story – GI 26 029
Writing memoirs can be a transformative experience. Learn the art of telling a compelling personal story in this discovery workshop covering the four interconnected building blocks of memoir, writing exercises, and a discussion on how to start or nurture a fulfilling writing practice. This workshop is ideal for participants who want to write stories from […]
£16.25 – £18.50
Sunday, May 10, 2026
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