5 cool things to do in Guildford this weekend

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😎 5 cool things to do this weekend (26-27 April 2025)

Hello Guildford!

Hope you're having a good week. We're back with your weekly dose of local goodness for issue two!

For the Friday newsletter, we only focus on 5 cool things to do this weekend and our regular newsletter is sent out every Tuesday!

Looks like a pleasant weekend shaping up according to the Met Office – cloudy turning sunny later on Saturday with highs of 18°C, followed by a lovely sunny Sunday reaching 21°C!!! 🙌 

Plenty inside to help you plan how to enjoy it!

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5 cool 😎 things to do this weekend (26-27 April 2025)

Let's face it, planning the weekend can sometimes feel like a chore! Finding fun things to do, whether you're flying solo, with friends, or wrangling the family, isn't always easy. But don't worry, we've done the hard work for you! Here are five fantastic ideas in and around Guildford to make your weekend brilliant:

1. 🏃‍♀️ Start Saturday with a Run (or Walk!): Guildford Parkrun

1. Get your weekend off to an active start with the free, friendly 5k Parkrun. It's not a race, just a timed run/walk in Stoke Park. Perfect for all fitness levels, and a great way to meet fellow locals. Just register online first if it's your first time!

   • When: Saturday, 9:00 AM

   • Where: Stoke Park, Guildford

   • Cost: Free (register online beforehand)

   • More Info: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/guildford/

     

2. 🐑 Meet the Lambs at Bocketts Farm 

1. It's peak cute season! Take a short drive out to Bocketts Farm for their Spring Spectacular. See adorable newborn lambs, meet the shepherd, and enjoy all the usual farm fun like pig racing and tractor rides. Great for families.

   • When: Daily, 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Lambing event ends April 28th)

   • Where: Bocketts Farm, Fetcham (near Leatherhead)

   • Cost: Buy Tickets here (Booking recommended)

   • More Info: https://www.bockettsfarm.co.uk/

     

3. 🍺 Go Behind the Scenes at Hogs Back Brewery 

1. Fancy learning how local beer is made? Hogs Back Brewery runs fascinating tours explaining the brewing process from hop to glass, finishing with a tasting of their famous ales like TEA (Traditional English Ale). Booking essential!

• When: Tours typically run on Saturdays (check website for specific times)

• Where: Hogs Back Brewery, Tongham (near Farnham)

• Cost: £23/person. Book Tickets here (Booking required)

• More Info: https://hogsback.co.uk/pages/surrey-brewery-tours

  

4. 🎸 Experience Acoustic Rave Vibes: Showhawk Duo 

1. Prepare for something different! Young British guitarists Mikhail Asanovic and Jake Wright combine acoustic flamenco flair with electronic dance music anthems. Expect high energy and incredible guitar skills at The Boileroom.

   • When: Saturday, Doors 7:00 PM

   • Where: The Boileroom, Guildford

   • Cost: £18. Buy Tickets here

   • More Info: https://www.theboileroom.net/event-listings/showhawk-duo

     

5. 🌊 Make a Splash at Quays Watersports

1. Feeling adventurous? Head over to Mytchett (just a short drive) for some fun on the water. Whether you fancy open-water swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, or even wakeboarding, Quays has options for different skill levels. Booking is usually essential!

   • When: Check website for session times and availability

   • Where: Quays Watersports, Mytchett (near Camberley)

   • Cost: Varies by activity (Booking required)

   • More Info: https://www.quayswatersports.co.uk/

     

(Please check links for the most up-to-date information and booking requirements before visiting.)