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The Lightbox in WokingAfter more than a decade of planning, Woking’s brand- new art gallery and museum, The Lightbox, recently opened its doors to the public. Tinx Newton paid them a visit to find out exactly what they have in store for us READ MORE »  OTHER ARTICLES
National Trust - The Homewood, EsherWith the much-anticipated reopening of The Homewood in Esher, PAUL MURPHY discovers that there’s far more to the National Trust these days than just Chippendales and chintz READ MORE » 
The name's Bond (well, for one day at least...)Even if you didn’t quite make it into the Surrey Life Rich List this year, that doesn’t mean you can’t look the part. ALAN TOVEY took the latest Aston Martin onto the country lanes of Surrey and discovered that you don’t need to be James Bond to turn heads READ MORE » 
Kew Gardens - Join the KewOne of the 20th century’s greatest sculptors, a major exhibition of Henry Moore’s magnificent carvings has had visitors arriving in their droves at Kew Gardens since it opened in September. There is only a short time left to check the exhibition out, with it closing on Sunday March 30.
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Sir Peter Hall on Kingston's Rose TheatreAs Kingston’s brand new riverside theatre, the Rose, prepares to throw open its doors this month, JULIA GREGORY speaks to its director, the world-famous Sir Peter Hall, to find out what’s in store
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RHS Wisley's spectacular new glasshouseOpened by Her Majesty The Queen in June of this year, the spectacular new glasshouse at Wisley marks a fresh chapter in horticultural excellence with life-long learning at its heart. Liz Phillips paid a visit to find out more READ MORE » 
Guildford's ghostly goings-on...One of the county’s leading experts on paranormal activity, Philip Hutchinson also leads the popular Ghost Tour of Guildford. Alec Kingham met up with him to hear his fascinating theories on the supernatural – which are not quite what you might expect... READ MORE » 
Leatherhead high street fights backAt one time or another, most high streets across Britain have suffered with a slump in shoppers, trade and culture, and Leatherhead is no exception. Now, however, the town centre is thriving, with an abundance of shops and restaurants, a wonderful theatre and its very own drama festival READ MORE » 
The Great Storm - The night we will never forgetTwenty years ago, the face of Surrey changed almost beyond recognition as The Great Storm ripped through the county, felling over a million trees and leaving a terrific trail of destruction in their wake. Mark Davison, co-author of Surrey In The Hurricane, recalls some of the many dramatic events of that night READ MORE » 
Cobham - Painshill ParkOne of the most astonishingly beautiful and intriguing landscape gardens in Europe, Painshill Park is full of plant heritage and architectural history. Matthew Williams discovers more about this hidden gem near Cobham READ MORE » 
Surrey sleuth - Murder mystery weekendKeen to enjoy a mini-break with a difference, Nick Channer played amateur detective on a murder mystery weekend at Savill Court near Egham. Welcome to the world of Cluedo for adults…
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| How to make the most of the Surrey County ShowWith so much to see at the Surrey County Show, the largest one-day agricultural show in the UK, it can sometimes be a bit daunting deciding where to go first. Here, JANE GARRETT reveals ten of the things you must do at this year’s event READ MORE » 
Surrey's Blue Plaques - Signs of the times Blue plaques have long been used in London to celebrate some of the more important historical abodes of famous personalities. Now the trend is spreading, and you may be surprised by just who has called Surrey home. Geoffrey West finds out more READ MORE » 
Surrey Bed and BreakfastIf the returning to work fills you with wistful dreams of a retirement spent running a B&B, then take heart – it may be possible sooner than you think and you don’t necessarily need that country cottage with roses round the door to make it happen. DEBBIE WARD meets several Surrey people who have managed it with great success READ MORE » 
Get your skates on in SurreyWith several outdoor ice rinks opening for the festive season, ALEC KINGHAM dons a pair of skates and steps gingerly onto the ice at the Guildford Spectrum – which will be open for skaters on Christmas day this year – to get a bit of practise in... READ MORE » 
CHASE - A home from homeWith patrons including the likes of Max Clifford, Eric Clapton and Freddie Flintoff, you know the CHASE children’s charity must be something rather special. MATTHEW WILLIAMS visited Christopher’s – the charity’s hospice in Artington, near Guildford – where their incredible work has touched the lives of thousands READ MORE » 
Halloween - Surrey's spookiest sitesWith Halloween just around the corner, we bring you the definitive guide to Surrey’s most haunted places. Many of these spooky stories, which date back centuries, are historically or geographically inaccurate, but can still be investigated with a sense of fun. Alec Kingham reveals some of the county’s best ghostly myths... READ MORE » 
Epsom - Surrey's odds-on favourite town...Surrounded by glorious countryside, yet located within easy access of London, the town of Epsom has more to offer than just its historic horse racing links. Emma Ward explores some of its many charms READ MORE » 
Surrey wedding venues with wow...Out of this world locations for civil ceremonies are not only reserved for super stars. Surrey brides can chose from several fabulous, year-round venues, much closer to home, as Janet Donin finds out READ MORE » 
When Miss Marple came to Polesden...A visit to Polesden Lacey, near Dorking, last winter may have resulted in a glimpse of actresses Geraldine McEwan and Martine McCutcheon stomping through the mud in period costume. Janet Harmer reports on the filming of one of ITV’s premier dramas for this autumn READ MORE » 
Kingston - 10 really good reasons to visit… Kingston Upon Thames has a long association with Royalty and the river, and now with shopping vying for the town’s crown, Matthew Williams explores some of its most popular attraction READ MORE » 
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