CLT

The CLT Autumn production, "Bunkered", a comedy by Lynn Brittney, will run from Thursday 9 to Saturday 11 October 2025.

With a small cast of four men and four women, the comedy will be directed by Rachel Jenner.

CLT is always keen to hear from people who are interested in getting involved behind the scenes. No experience necessary. Roles include stage manager, prompt, front of

house, make-up, set construction, set painting and costumes — perhaps you could help us source naval uniforms?

For more information and to let us know if you'd like to be added to our mailing list, please email info@comptonlittletheatre.org.uk.

Music in the Park in aid of the Phyllis Tuckwell charity

MUSIC IN THE PARK, in aid of the Phyllis Tuckwell charity, is back for 2025, with early bird tickets (£30) available now. Organised by the Rotary Club of Farnborough, Music in the Park will be held on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 July, at King George V Playing Fields in Farnborough. Saturday’s line-up will feature music from three amazing tribute acts: New Jovi, the ultimate tribute to Bon Jovi, the UB40 Experience, fronted by international Ali Campbell tribute vocalist Andy Bagnall, and Tony Lewis’s Robbie Williams tribute act. Sunday will take you back to the 1970s and 1980s, with the brilliant Lost in Music. Since it was first launched in 2001, Music in the Park has raised £525,000 for Phyllis Tuckwell, which provides palliative and end of life care for local patients and families who are living with an advanced or terminal illness such as cancer. Phyllis Tuckwell is also looking for more companies to sponsor Music in the Park. Email support@pth.org.uk for more details. Gates will open at 5pm each day and the concerts start from 7.15pm, with fireworks at 10pm. Early bird adult tickets are priced at £30 until Wednesday 30 April. From Thursday 1 May adult tickets will be £35 and will be £40 on the day. Tickets for children aged 6-17 years are £10 and under-6 go free. Buy tickets online now at www.pth.org.uk/music-in-the-park-2025, by phone on 01252 729446 or by visiting one of Phyllis Tuckwell’s shops in Aldershot, Ash, Camberley, College Town, Farnborough, Farnham, Fleet or Frimley.

Painting sessions at Puck’s Oak Barn

Sheila Corby, a previous Compton resident and artist, will be holding Painting Sessions in Puck’s Oak Barn from 1pm to 5pm, on Wednesdays starting on 26 February. This is a great opportunity for painters (and aspiring painters) to come along and have a go in a friendly and informal atmosphere. Parking is available and coffee & tea will be provided.

There will be a small charge, to help with the rent. Contact Sheila on 07814 364305 / sheilajcorby@hotmail.co.uk.

Compton Village Club

Can you hold a tune as well as a beer? Compton Club is hosting a Karaoke & BBQ Night on

Saturday 28 June, from 5.30pm.

The Club is open every Thursday and Friday evening from 7pm during June. Find out more about the Club, its events and how to join the WhatsApp group by visiting www.comptonclub.co.uk.

Compton Parish Council

Annual Parish Council Meeting

COMPTON’S ANNUAL PARISH MEETING is on Wednesday 7 May, from 7pm at the Compton Club. Please come along. It is an opportunity to find out what the Parish Council has been up to over the last year and discuss issues spanning, planning, traffic calming and a potential Neighbourhood Plan. There will be refreshments.

Les Amities Francaises

On Thursday 19 June (7.30pm until 9pm) Les Amitiés Françaises’ guest speaker Thierry Viennois will give an illustrated talk on the famous writer of the Romantic era, Stendhal. The lecture is also on Zoom (link to be emailed) for those unable to reach Godalming on that day. Les Amitiés Françaises is part of a thriving French circle and always welcomes new members and visitors. To book, visit www.amitiesfrancaisesgodalming.com. Talks take place at the Wilfrid Noyce Community Centre, Oglethorpe Hall, Crown Court Car Park, Godalming, GU7 1DY

What’s on in June at St Nicholas Church?

Thank you to every one for supporting the Compton Village Fete.

• Muddy Church is on the first Sunday of every month (except school holidays) at 10.30am.

• Toddler group Fledglings is on Mondays, 9am (term-time) at Puck’s Oak Barn. Contact fledglingscompton@gmail.com.

• Inside Outside meets on Saturday 7 June and 5 July, 10am to noon (every first Saturday of the month) to keep the church and churchyard looking good. Contact stnicholascompton.wardens@gmail.com.

• Bell ringing practice is held once or twice a month on Tuesdays at 10am, with bell ringing on Sundays from 10am to 10.30am. Contact phil.gorton@btinternet.com.

• Baptisms, Weddings & Funerals. Please contact our Rector, Sally if you would like to mark a family milestone at St Nicholas. If you would like someone to pray for you or with you, contact our Rector, Sally: stnicholascompton.rector@gmail.com. Confidentiality will be respected.

Thanks & blessings, Revd Sally Buddle

JUNE

www.stnicholascompton.org

Sunday 1 10.30am Muddy Church - Pentecost Sunday 15 10.30am Holy Communion

Godalming Museum

Water is Life: an Art Exhibition. What Next? is a charity whose goal is to support local communities across Waverley Borough by mitigating, preparing and adapting the impact of climate change and ecological damage. This exhibition brings together Godalming people, local community groups and schools, who will be contributing their works of art to help convey the concept of “Water is LIfe”. Tuesday 20 May to Saturday 14 June.
Godalming Museum is open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm. It is located next to the Town Council offices, by the Pepperpot, 109A High St, GU7 1AQ.

Visit www.godalmingmuseum.co.uk / 01483 426510.

Conservatoire Concerts

Conservatoire Concerts invite you to save the date for a spectacular Opera Festival, comprising two evenings of wonderful arias from well known operas, favourites from musical theatre and musicals. These concerts will be held on Saturday 14 June and Saturday 5 July at Godalming Baptist Church, starting at 7pm. Highly talented young singers from music conservatoires will be performing. For booking and more details please visit www.conservatoireconcerts.org.uk.

These events are brought to you FREE but we rely on your generous donations to cover all fees and expenses in order to continue offering you high quality music in Godalming.

Sandra’s Yoga classes

SANDRA BILLINGE is hosting a six-week Summer Yoga course at the Village Hall on Wednesdays and Fridays, from 1 May until 19 June, from 10.30am until 12pm. No experience necessary. Open to all. Available on a drop-in basis, with chair Yoga as an option. Look forward to seeing you! To book, email sandrabillinge29@gmail.com.

Watts Gallery - Dates for your diary

• Explore Pre-Raphaelite works of art in a profoundly new way with a visit to Scented Visions: Smell in Art 1850 – 1915. This exhibition offers a unique opportunity to discover Victorian art through a multi-sensory lens and features three bespoke scents created by Puig in collaboration with Artphilia.

• Watts Contemporary Gallery is hosting Lasting Impressions, an exhibition by the Richmond Printmakers. Opening on Thursday 5 June, the works span the abstract to the figurative using a variety of printmaking techniques. On display until Sunday 6 July.

• Develop your sketchbook pages in our Saturday sketch workshop on 14 June, led by artist Mags Orson. This month, explore abstraction and impressionism inspired by the landscape, focusing on responding to your five senses. Experiment with mark making, colours and form.

• To celebrate the Scented Visions exhibition, join Head Gardener Chris Sharples for ‘A Scented Landscape’; an immersive guided nature walk exploring scent across the Watts Gallery grounds, followed by a delightful Silent Pool Gin Tasting on Saturday 14 June.

• Discover a fantastic array of pottery workshops and courses throughout June, led by resident potter, Bahareh Khomeiry. Choose between weekly taster sessions and longer courses, as well as pottery in practice, a regular workshop exploring different pottery techniques. Looking for a crafty weekend activity for the kids? Head to Clay Club!

• Learn tips and tricks to bring your sketchbook pages to life at our monthly Saturday sketch workshop.

  DON’T FORGET, COMPTON RESIDENTS GET 50% OFF ADMISSION! VALID WITH A PROOF OF ADDRESS.

• Check the website for details of events and to book tickets: www.wattsgallery.org.uk

Godalming Choral Society

Godalming Choral Society is starting its summer season of performances with Rossini’s last work, the Petite Messe Solennelle. According to conductor George de Voil, “One of Rossini’s best-loved works, this masterpiece is neither small nor solemn; it overflows with drama, a truly touching work which will thrill the audience.” Saturday 5 July, 7.30pm, St. John’s, Farncombe, GU7 3EJ. For further information e-mail secretary@godalming.org.uk or visit www.godalmingchoral.org.uk.

Arts Society Woking

On Tuesday 10 June, ARTS SOCIETY WOKING’s talk is Inn Signia Pub Signs. The Artwork and the Stories behind their names. “There is nothing which has been yet contrived by man, by which so much happiness is produced as by a good tavern or inn” (Samuel Johnson). Pubs and their signs are a fundamental part of our history and cultural heritage. There are some 17,000 different pub names but why are there so many pubs called the ‘Red Lion’, the ‘Crown’ or ‘White Hart’? In this colourful and entertaining lecture John Ericson shows some of the most interesting and distinctive signs before exploring the fascinating stories behind the origin of some of their peculiar names. Who could fail to be intrigued by ‘The Bucket of Blood’, the ‘Cow and Snuffers’ or even the ‘Eager Poet’ – and who on earth was ‘Blind Jack’? Formerly a lecturer at the University of Bath where he was Director of Studies in the School of Education with responsibility for the professional development of teachers, John has been a popular speaker on the Arts Society circuit in the UK and Europe, as well as a frequent visitor to the societies in Australia and New Zealand. Talks start at 10.30am but doors open 9.45am for tea and coffee. The venue is Normandy Village Hall, GU3 2DT. Members may bring a visitor, who may want to make a donation to the Society of £6.

www.wokingdfas.org.uk/talks-arts-society-woking-2025.htm

Guildford Jazz

Jazz in the Vineyard — Celebrating Horace Silver
Saturday 7 June

This concert, taking place at the stunning High Clandon Estate Vineyard brings a celebration of the distinctively funky soul jazz of the late, great American pianist and composer Horace Silver, from an all-star quintet. It features award-winning UK jazz trumpeter Steve Waterman and Clare Hirst, a UK saxophonist with a distinguished career in pop and jazz

Matinee performance 1pm and Evening performance 6.15pm
High Clandon Estate Vineyard, East Clandon GU4 7RP.