What’s on in Guildford this August

Let’s kick off another bumper month of activities with Live at Loseley, a spectacular weekend of live entertainment in the beautiful grounds of Loseley House. There’s a 70’s disco night on the 8^th, Musicals Under the Stars on the 9^th, and Picnic & Party on Sunday 9^th. If last year’s Live at Loseley is anything to go by, this is an unmissable treat for music fans. For a change of pace, our great friends the Guildford Town Guides give Free Guided Walks all summer, with August highlights including ‘Law & Disorder’, ‘The Fantastical Mr. Carroll’ and ‘Hidden Guildford’. For timings, and where to meet, please head over to the Visit Surrey website. There’s a treat in-store for youngsters of all ages as In the Night Garden Live takes to the stage at G Live on the 27^th and 28^th of August. Join Iggle Piggle,  Makka Pakka, and Upsy Daisy and the rest of the gang on a magical adventure that includes a very special visit from the amazing flying Pinky Ponk. If you’re quick, you can still catch the astonishing and hilarious ‘The Last Laugh’ at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre. The show reimagines the lives of three of Britain’s all-time comedy greats, Bob Monkhouse, Eric Morecambe and Tommy Cooper…It really is a must-see. Later in the month it’s riveting thriller ‘Death Comes to Pemberley’ that takes centre stage, with a star filled cast including James Bye and Sean Rigby. The play combines Jane Austen’s timeless romance with a gripping murder, from master story teller P.D. James. The month at the Yvonne Arnaud ends in truly spectacular style with ‘Six’ the multi-award winning smash hit musical charting the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII. If you’ve never seen it go, if you’ve seen it before, go again…it really is that good. On Sunday, August 17^th Guildford Cathedral is hosting a very special service to mark the 80^th anniversary of VJ Day, tickets to attend are free but you will need to book. Everyone really should visit Guildford Castle Gardens, they are a riot of colour at this time of year especially, you can see more details here, entry is of course, free of charge. There are lots of free events taking place throughout summer including concerts at the bandstand, which is also in the Castle Garden. And finally, just a five minute stroll from Mandolay is the beautiful Stoke Park, ideal for a summer walk, a game of tennis or even a paddle, just turn right outside the hotel and you will be there in no time. Have a great August!