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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Malden, Old

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Malden, Old, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Malden, Old

Teddington Choral Society – Anything Goes1

Teddington Choral Society – Anything Goes

at Landmark Arts Centre

Teddington Choral Society and its Musical Director, Julian Collings, are delighted to announce their forthcoming concert: “Anything goes!” As is tradition now, Teddington Choral Society will be performing a varied and engaging lighter summer concert. This year, the choir will be singing a medley of compositions from the 1950’s. From Ralph Vaughan Williams’s “Five Mystical Songs” to Frank Loesser’s Guys and Dolls, as well as Irving Berlin and Cole Porter medleys, the evening promises to be both an evocative and entertaining one. Teddington Choral Society will be joined by baritone Dominic Sedgwick and accompanied at the piano by Greg May. Do not be surprised if you find yourself singing along while enjoying cheerful and well know tunes! Information: www.teddingtonchoral.co.uk Book Tickets Date Time Price Book Now Date 11 July 2026 Time 19:30 Price FREE - £20.00 Book Tickets

4.2 milesSat 11 Jul
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Flirting (35mm)2

Flirting (35mm)

at David Lean Cinema

FLIRTING (35mm) 1991 | Dir John Duigan | Australia | 95 min Stars: Noah Taylor, Nicole Kidman, Thandie Newton The second autobiographical film by Duigan after The Year My Voice Broke. Taylor again plays Danny, now at a rural boarding school, where he meets Thandiwe, the rebellious daughter of African parents, who studies at the nearby Girl’s college. Before long a romance develops between the two, who must get around the rules of both institutions to see each other. This tender and perceptive film sees early performances from female stars Kidman and Newton, as well as Naomi Watts. A 35mm presentation in association with The Cinema Museum. Saturday 11 July at 2.00pm Get Tickets

7 milesSat 11 Jul
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Well-Crafted - Wimbledon Hat Embellishment A playful, seasonal workshop inspired by Wimbledon, experiment with painting...3

Well-Crafted - Wimbledon Hat Embellishment A playful, seasonal workshop inspired by Wimbledon, experiment with painting...

at Sunbeam Studios

Patron Tickets £25 A playful, seasonal workshop inspired by Wimbledon. Expect a light, social session with a creative twist — designed to complement the energy of summer in the city. Think relaxed making, conversation and a touch of British summertime nostalgia. Led by a facilitator from the Well–Crafted platform with assistance from Alexandra Lunn, drinks provided by Wednesday’s Domaine. During the Workshop, You Will: Explore tennis through colour, pattern, and material. Experiment with painting and embellishment techniques across linen and accessories. Create a refined, personal piece to wear, use, or gift. Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes Materials: All supplies provided Why not join us every Sunday and make time to switch off and create with your hands? These workshops are all about slowing down, getting stuck into the process, and enjoying the simple satisfaction of making something tangible. The 8-workshop bundle at £200 offers a flexible way to enjoy Summer Craft Sundays – a different craft each week, with the freedom to choose the ones you’d most like to try. Drop into the sessions that inspire you and enjoy making at your own pace.

9.9 milesSun 12 Jul£35
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WMA Summer Concert and Summer Fayre 20264Free! (worth double-checking)

WMA Summer Concert and Summer Fayre 2026

at Wandsworth Music

Come and hear the extremely talented students from WMA perform in the end of term Summer Concert. Featuring Sound Start recorders, WMA Junior Academy Choir, Djembe ensemble, Training Orchestra strings, wind and brass. Percussion ensemble. Pop Bands, and Jazz Train, Jazz Explorers and The Roehampton Street Band! In the afternoon we will have live music,

5.2 milesSat 11 Jul
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WMA Summer Concert and Summer Fayre 20265Free! (worth double-checking)

WMA Summer Concert and Summer Fayre 2026

at Wandsworth Music

Come and hear the extremely talented students from WMA perform in the end of term Summer Concert. Featuring Sound Start recorders, WMA Junior Academy Choir, Djembe ensemble, Training Orchestra strings, wind and brass. Percussion ensemble. Pop Bands, and Jazz Train, Jazz Explorers and The Roehampton Street Band! In the afternoon we will have live music,

5.2 milesSat 11 Jul11:30
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The 46

The 4

at St John's Church, Walton-on-Thames

An informal service with separate teaching for adults and children, with Holy Communion twice a month. The teaching for adults will include a talk and an opportunity to discuss the topic. The teaching for the children will be aimed at primary school aged children. The service starts with tea, refreshments and chatting with one another.

6.1 milesSun 12 Jul17:00
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Art Book Club7

Art Book Club

at Museum of Croydon

Join us every month in the Clocktower Café for a relaxed, friendly discussion on an art-related book as part of our Croydon Art Collection: Matching Masterpieces Exhibition. For our next session, we will be reading Grayson Perry’s Playing to the Gallery as part of a programme of events around ou

7 milesSat 11 Jul
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Let the Good Times Be-GIN8

Let the Good Times Be-GIN

at Box Galleries

6:30pm - 9:30pm Box Galleries will be hosting an evening of gin tasting on the 11th July. Our Spirit Connoisseur Duncan Harrop will be in the gallery on the night, discussing all things gin whilst you browse our latest variety of artwork. Spaces will be limited so please RSVP at your earliest opportunity.

7.8 milesSat 11 Jul
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Puppy School Five-Weeks Starts Saturday9

Puppy School Five-Weeks Starts Saturday

at Chelsea Puppies

Classes held inside our Grade 2 listed hall at Ranelagh Grove SW1 Starts Saturday 11th July 10am-11am and runs for five consecutive Saturdays. Early learning & socialisation course led by Dr Nicky. For puppies ages 9-20 weeks at the start of the course. Welcome email and Puppy Gu

8.4 milesSat 11 Jul
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