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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 Elstead
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 Elstead, 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 Elstead
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2Free! (worth double-checking)Festival of Speed 2026
The Goodwood Festival of Speed is one of the world’s most exhilarating motorsport events, bringing together legendary cars, iconic drivers, cutting‑edge machines and thousands of passionate fans in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House. Known as the ultimate summer garden party of motorsport, this four‑day festival delivers non‑stop action, innovation and atmosphere for enthusiasts of all ages.
23.4 milesSun 12 Jul
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3Free! (worth double-checking)Pure Pace Run Club - Horsham
From: Sunday 12 July 2026 At: Start/Finish Gail's Bakery, Carfax, Horsham
18.2 milesSun 12 Jul
4Free! (worth double-checking)Get in the Zine! Zine making workshop
Come and make a zine with the Orleans House Gallery volunteers.
24.7 milesSat 11 Jul
5Free! (worth double-checking)Let's Get Creative - People Who Live in the Skies
27 July 2025 12pm & 1.30pm Free
24.7 milesSat 11 Jul
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7Free! (worth double-checking)Let's Get Creative - Snap, Crackle and Pop! Make music with technology
19 February 2025 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. 45-minute bookable slots. Free
24.7 milesSat 11 Jul
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