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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Alfold Bars

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 Alfold Bars, 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 Alfold Bars

Area 13 Dressage Qualifier1

Area 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

9.6 milesSat 11 Jul
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World Cup 20264

World Cup 2026

at The Worthing Dome

Please note: This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY screening. Any innapropriate behaviour or abuse towards staff / fellow customers will not be tolerated. Your ticket includes a Pint of Lager (or non-alcoholic alternative) and a Small Mixed Popcorn! The World Cup continues, and England are back in action. Join us at The Dome Cinema as the Three Lions take on their next match of the 2026 World Cup. With a knockout potentially on the line, every tackle, save and goal could prove crucial. England are looking to take another step towards the finals, this is a match you won't want to miss!

20.4 milesSat 11 Jul
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World Cup 20265

World Cup 2026

at The Dome

Please note: This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY screening. Any innapropriate behaviour or abuse towards staff / fellow customers will not be tolerated. Your ticket includes a Pint of Lager (or non-alcoholic alternative) and a Small Mixed Popcorn! The World Cup continues, and England are back in action. Join us at The Dome Cinema as the Three Lions take on their next match of the 2026 World Cup. With a knockout potentially on the line, every tackle, save and goal could prove crucial. England are looking to take another step towards the finals, this is a match you won't want to miss!

20.4 milesSat 11 Jul
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Spencer Jones: Dogs WIP6

Spencer Jones: Dogs WIP

at Komedia Brighton

Spencer Jones (me) is making a new live comedy show and this is a work in progress of that show. It’s called dogs because there’s dogs in it and it’s about dogs. But please don’t be put off if you don’t like dogs, it’ll still be funny. In fact, there’s a good chance that by the time I come to Brighton, it’ll only be 30% dogs. There will be weird characters, strange props, fur, and I would imagine some daft music. Lots of bits and pieces for us to work out if they’re funny or not (they will be) x

24.7 milesSun 12 Jul
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Teddington Choral Society – Anything Goes7

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

24.9 milesSat 11 Jul
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Carry On Crafting 20268

Carry On Crafting 2026

at Bernies Glass Creations

THE 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF THIS EVENT!! I have been there from the beginning teaching workshops .I will be again this Year so go to my shop to book your space!! Such a great event ,live music ,dancing,food trucks ,bar, marquess full of artisans,craft kits,workshops.Dog friendly . Ticketed event!!

10.3 milesSat 11 Jul
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The 49

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.

20.9 milesSun 12 Jul17:00
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Brewery Tours

at Dorking Brewery

We run a guided tour of the brewhouse every Saturday at 11.30am. It lasts about 45 minutes and includes a beer tasting. Tours are £15 per person.

10.3 milesSat 11 Jul12:30£15
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