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I'm Amber, editor of Muddy Surrey, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.

Gotta Have It

Vote for the local businesses you love!

Longacre School, Shamley Green, SurreyThis small co-ed prep school in the rolling hills of Surrey is family-oriented with a deserved reputation for its all-rounder offering.
The Secret GardenSweet and entertaining, Leatherhead Rep's adaptation of 'The Secret Garden' has something for everyone - including a real life dog!
The Insider Guide to GuildfordArty, foodie, cultural... and a haven for shoppers - Surrey's county town has a lot to offer whether you're local or visiting for the weekend.
The Ivy Castle ViewI ate, I drank, I started writing. The first review evaaaahhh of brand spanking new The Ivy Castle View – only on Muddy Stilettos.
The Muddy Awards 2018They're back! Vote for the most unique, quirky and utterly brilliant businesses in Surrey in our prestigious Awards from 23 April.
Gastro heaven29 of the best cookery courses to tantalise your tastebuds (and impress your dinner guests).

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Tea for two

Who doesn’t love a fully laden cake stand? And at Hartsfield House it comes piled high with delicious savoury and sweet treats.
- First in at The Ivy
  
  It was preview night at Guildford's The Ivy Castle View last night and wow, they’ve served up a right blinder.
- Sunday lunch sorted
  
  Bring on the Yorkshire puds! The best spots for a weekend nosh up across 18 Muddy counties.
- The Dozen, Dorking
  
  Gawd knows we love a revamp on Muddy so it's hello, how are you and make mine three courses at The Dozen restaurant.
- Afternoon tea? Yes please
  
  Another macaroon? Don't mind if I do! The 33 best teas around the Muddy counties including Surrey, Sussex, Kent and Hants.

Our honest reviews of the UK’s best schools

Our curated A-Z of the grooviest local businesses

Barmy about bluebells

Is there anything more lovely than a thick carpet of blooming bluebells in spring? If you’re as barmy about bluebells as we are – here are Surrey’s best.
- Long-haul travel planner
  
  We're all going on a summer holiday! Or is it a spring, autumn or winter one? Whatever your season, there's a destination for you.
- Ski luxury for less
  
  Hankering after the holiday but don't want to donate a kidney to afford the lift pass? Here are our top tips to save while you ski.

The latest handpicked businesses we think you’ll love

Five new season trends you can actually wear

If your wintry-weary wardrobe needs an urgent update, there’s help on hand.
- Heist up your hosiery!
  
  Heist Studios are the coolest new name in hosiery, with yoga-stretch technology, celeb endorsements, AND a 25% Muddy discount!
- Style saviour!
  
  A fancy three day wedding and nothing to wear. Who do I call? It has to be personal stylist Beaubaileyrose.

Much Ado About Nothing

Mel Giedroyc impresses in the Rose Theatre’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’. It’s entertaining and fun, with not a soggy bottom in sight.
- April books
  
  Muddy's pro-bookworm Kerry Potter picks this month's best books. Ignore your family and friends, and get stuck in!
- Yes, Prime Minister
  
  'Yes, Prime Minister' opens the spring rep season at Leatherhead Theatre - and if you haven't already got tickets then book now. It's fabulously funny and incredibly entertaining.
- The King lives on
  
  'This is Elvis' comes to Woking on Mon 30 April, recreating the story of The King's comeback in 1968.
- Reintroducing Rep Theatre
  
  Repertory Theatre returns to Leatherhead Theatre with 'Yes, Prime Minister', 'The Secret Garden' and 'Communicating Doors'.

To-do list fatigue?

Need someone in your life to help sort out those pesky chores? Introducing the lifestyle concierge – a modern day fairy godmother.
Kids
- Cumnor House School Nurseries, Surrey
  
  Muddy says: This pre-prep nursery will set good foundations for your little one's learning...
- Acting up
  
  The benefits of drama go way beyond preparing kids for celeb land - here are 7 reasons to get your child to stage school.

Dancing girl

Surrey-based choreographer Didy Veldman is a big deal in the world of dance. Here we chat about her new show The Knot.
- Meet the author
  
  Reigate author Kerry Fisher has her fifth novel out now - and it sounds like the perfect Christmas read.
- Meet the author
  
  Surrey writer Fliss Chester spills the beans on the first of three hot and steamy novels published this week.