1World Cup live screening - England v Norway
8.2 milesSat 11 Jul
Top Picks
Rainy Day Picks This Weekend
11–12 July Near Denny Bottom
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 Denny Bottom, 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 Denny Bottom
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2Second Sunday: Acoustic Jam Session
Born from our Hop Jam session - every Second Sunday of the month we come together for an acoustic jam session. Bring your instruments and join in - it’s a super relaxed vibe, everyone is welcome. BOOK YOUR TABLE
9.4 milesSun 12 Jul
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3The Hop Yard Pub Quiz (Copy)
6 hours of bass heavy vibes in typical Vibroniks style, house, old skool and jungle/DnB. GRAB YOUR TICKET
9.4 milesSat 11 Jul
4Flirting (35mm)
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
22 milesSat 11 Jul
5The Close-Up Show - Real Magic Real Close
An intimate evening of close-up magic, trickery and sleight of hand. Close-up magic is one of the most popular and impressive forms of the art, and this event showcases some of the best exponents. Enjoy three performances at three tables as the magicians rotate and entertain. Age Restriction 11+
21 milesSat 11 Jul
6Sunday Special
This is our group for children aged between 3 years and 11 years. We meet on the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of the month, starting in the Church then moving over to the the hall for a time of teaching through stories and craft. We then return to the Church for Communion or the end of the service. We would love for your little ones to join us and learn more of the stories of Jesus.
21.7 milesSun 12 Jul11:30
7Art Book Club
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
22.1 milesSat 11 Jul
8Area 13 Dressage Qualifier
at Horsham & District Riding Club
This qualifier is being held at East Byshee and kindly run by Three Counties RC. Classes range from Intro to Advanced Medium with the Championship being held at the NAF Nationals at Lincolnshire Showground on 5th - 6th September 2026. There are also non -qualifier classes at this competition. All classes are held on grass. Any members wanting to take part in this please
24.9 milesSat 11 Jul
9First Aid - Complete course (10A&B)
at Kent Scouts
First Aid - Complete course (10A&B) training courseLocation: GILLINGHAM DISTRICT HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT HEADQUARTERS, REAR OF CASTLEMAINE AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, KENT, ME7 2QE WHAT 3 WORDS- ABOVE ASHES WORK Book online
16.5 milesSun 12 Jul10:00
10Free! (worth double-checking)Song recital: 'Themes of Love' through Italian baroque
at St Thomas à Becket's Church
Saturday 11th July, 5pm Songs and arias by Herbert Bennett, tenor (our Vicar) accompanied by Susan Bain, piano. All are welcome, free admission, with retiring collection for the church.
20.5 milesSat 11 Jul
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