In this issue
What’s on this October half term?
Go green this Halloween
Young people in the borough get a taste of politics
Sutton and East Surrey Water offers a Helping Hand to customers
Together at Christmas
Are you ready to make your choice for the first Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner?
Whats’ on
Fireworks and dragonflies
November's events in the area.
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Consultations
We want your views on self management for allotment sites
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Fireworks and dragonflies

Some events in November in our area for you to join in. Check the what's on page on our website regularly as more events are added all the time.

1st: Reigate Heath Ride widening

Join the Reigate Area Conservation Volunteers in widening the ride that runs from the car park along the tumuli ridge.

Meet in Flanchford Road Car Park RH2 8AB

Time: 10am

2nd: Toddler Tales and Trails (2-4 years)

Gatton Park

Enjoy the story of Room on the Broom and go for a walk around the park to bring the story to life. Return to create artwork linked to the story.

Time: 10am - 11.30am or 1.30pm - 3pm

Cost: £5 per child

3rd: Epsom fireworks display and funfair

Hook Road Arena with free park and ride and coaches from stations, see Epsom fireworks website

Time: 7.30pm

Cost: £7.50 on the say or £5 in advance


4th: Dover Green Pond restoration

Help the Reigate Area Conservation Volunteers clear the willow scrub hiding the pond.

Meet at the west end of Castle Drive with the junction of Dovers Green Road. RH2 8BT

Time: 10am

5th: Chipstead and Hooley Bonfire Association - bonfire and firework display

Chipstead Meads (Rugby Club)  at 7.30pm

Bonfire will be lit at 7.30pm by Cubs and Brownies followed by a firework display at 8pm. Attractions include small fairground, BBQ and doughnuts. Please walk if possible as parking is limited.

Cost: adults £5, under 14s £3, under 5s free. 

7th: Reigate Society Talk

Reigate Baptist Church, Sycamore Walk, RH2 7LR

An illustrated talk on local building stone and its use over the ages.

Time: 8.15pm

10th: Horseshoe Community Pre-School Christmas Bazaar

Banstead Youth Centre, The Horseshoe, Bolters Lane, Banstead, SM7 2BQ

Stalls selling new products and locally handcrafted gifts as well as homemade cakes and refreshments and a range of activities.

Time: 10am - 1pm

Free entry 

11th: Reigate Area Conservation Volunteers

Kitchen Copse, Off Place Farm Road, Bletchingley, RH1 4QR.

Discover the world of woodmanship and assist in the coppicing of this ancient woodland.

Meet at 10am on the track to the copse or meet at 8am for a pre-task breakfast bringing your own food and cooking utensils. 

13th: Youth Council Recruitment Evening

The Harlequin Theatre & Centre, Redhill.

If you're interested in learning more about Reigate & Banstead Youth Council, then come along to the recruitment evening to talk to some of its current members.

For those aged between 13-19 who live or work in the borough.

Contact sue.sergeant@reigate-banstead.gov.uk if you're interested in coming along.

15th: Reigate Area Conservation Volunteers

Kitchen Copse, Off Place Farm Road, Bletchingley, RH1 4QR.

Discover the world of woodmanship and assist in the coppicing of this ancient woodland.

Meet at 10am on the track to the copse.

21st: Safe Drive Stay Alive event

This Surrey Fire and Rescue Service event aims to prevent young people being killed or seriously injured on our roads. 

A live stage show based around a filmed reconstruction of a road traffic collision delivering hard-hitting messages about the dangers associated with driving. Taking place at Dorking Halls.

To book your place email safedrive@surreycc.gov.uk or see show dates and booking (Surrey County Council website).


21st -24th: Banstead Operatic Society present Bright Lights on Opening Night

Banstead Community Hall, Park Road, Banstead, SM7 3AJ

Time: 7.30pm

Cost: Weds £11, Thurs - Sat £12

Box Office 07716 496878 or john@banaos.org.uk or Banstead Operatic Society website

24th and 25th: Christmas Craft and Gift Fair

Buckland Reading Rooms, Buckland, RH3 7DZ

A Christmas fair with proceeds going to charity offering gifts made by local artists including textiles, ceramics, paintings and jewellery.

Time: 10am - 4pm

Free admission

24th: The Children's Trust - Christmas Fair

The Children's Trust, Tadworth

Featuring Santa's grotto, skating rink, Christmas Market and much more.

Cost: Adults £2.50, Children free, combo saver ticket to see Santa and Skate £5.50 per child (if booked online in advance).

See the Children's Trust website.

25th: Reigate Area Conservation Volunteers

Kitchen Copse, Off Place Farm Road, Bletchingley, RH1 4QR.

Discover the world of woodmanship and assist in the coppicing of this ancient woodland.

Meet at 10am on the track to the copse.

29th: Redhill Common tree and scrub clearance and burn up

Join Reigate Area Conservation Volunteers clearing on the common.

Meet outside Dunottar School, RH2 7EN

Time: 10am

30th: Surrey Wildlife Trust Talk

White Hart Barn, Godstone

An illustrated talk on The Dragonflies of Surrey

Time: 7.45pm

Cost: £3 

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