1Free! (worth double-checking)England Matches Live
Live Football at The Corn Exchange! Catch England's game this summer with other fans on the big screen! Starting June 23rd.
21.6 milesSat 11 Jul23:00
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Free Things This Weekend
Good local plans needn't cost the earth. This page keeps an eye on the stronger free events nearby, so you can skip the faff and get straight to the promising stuff.
11–12 July Near Horley
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
We don't just scoop up anything with a £0 next to it. These picks still need to be nearby, useful, and properly explained, because 'free' is lovely but 'free and baffling' is less of a selling point.
Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Horley, 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 Horley
1Free! (worth double-checking)
2Free! (worth double-checking)Mr Burns, a post-electric play
A darkly funny, inventive and unsettling drama presented by the Belgrade Ensemble 25/26.
22.6 milesSat 11 Jul
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3Free! (worth double-checking)Free Open Days
Visit the Weaver's House on one of our regular open days, or book a group visit.
22.7 milesSat 11 Jul11:00
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6Free! (worth double-checking)Witney Carnival
at The Witney & District Museum
We’re excited to be back at Witney Cranival this July to bring a little bit of the museum to you. We’ll have: Handling objects for you to discover Badge making for you to have a go at Information on the museum and how to get involved in the museum If you’re looking for somewhere to cool off in the heat of the day the museum is open 10am-4pm and you’re welcome to pop in and uncover some of Witney’s past for yourself. It’s free to enter although donations are always welcome.
21.3 milesSat 11 Jul
7Free! (worth double-checking)Ebru for Beginners Workshop (Turkish Marbling)
Join our Ebru for Beginners Workshop (Turkish Marbling) class at Cornerstone Arts Didcot! Credit to Melek Ali Oglou for the images. Minimum age: suitable for children, but all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times Free to attend, but booking encouraged as spaces are limited Ebru, or Marbling Art, is a traditional Turkish art form that involves creating colourful patterns on water, which are then transferred onto paper. These patterns often include flowers, lattice designs, and symbolic motifs such as crescents and moons. Join this interactive workshop to create your own beautiful, marbled patterns using this traditional technique. Once dry, you can take your artwork home.
34.1 milesSat 11 Jul
8Free! (worth double-checking)African Drumming Workshop
Join our African Drumming Workshop class at Cornerstone Arts Didcot! Join Kato from Oxford Drum School for a fun, hands-on African drumming workshop. Learn traditional rhythms, develop your musical skills and experience the joy of making music together. Suitable for a range of ages and abilities, these energetic sessions are free to attend, but advance booking is essential. The workshops are free, but reservations are necessary as spaces are limited. Parents/carers must stay with children throughout. Session 1: 10.10am–10.55am (School Years 1–3) Session 2: 11.15am–12pm (School Years 1–3) Session 3: 12.45pm–1.45pm (School Years 4–6) Session 4: 2pm–3pm (School Years 7+)
34.1 milesSat 11 Jul
9Free! (worth double-checking)Enamelled Jewellery with Christine Pearson
About the event 10am – 1pm Learn how to apply beautiful lead-free enamel to copper, using the‘wet packing’ technique You will work with coloured enamels and learn how to use the small enamelling kiln. Firing enamel takes moments, unlike firing ceramics, giving quick results. You will make a piece of jewellery using pre-cut copper shapes, choosing to make either earrings or a pendant, You will make two pieces of finished jewellery to take home. Suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some experience. Please wear covered shoes (not sandals)
47.7 milesSat 11 Jul11:00
10Free! (worth double-checking)Youth Sundays
at One Planet Abingdon Climate Emergency Centre
Adults with children, families and young people are welcome!Lots of skills to learn and share! Come and enjoy the company of like minded young people. Let’s connect over board games,arts and crafts, food, music and an opportunity to discuss what matters to you in a safe and motivating space!No charge, all welcome!
29.5 milesSun 12 Jul
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