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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

Don’t leave it to chance! Choose from our handpicked selection of the best businesses near you.

The best of the festCamberley International Festival kicks off on Wed 20 June - and with a brochure that's stuffed full of fab events, we've plucked out 10 of the best.
The Victoria, OxshottAfter a gorgeous village pub for lunch? We've found just the joint. We came, we ate, and we were WOW-ed!
Supersonic day outLooking for a fab family day out? Brooklands Museum has plenty to inspire kids (and grown-ups too!).
Muddy meets Michael JacksonNot the real MJ - but most certainly the next best thing. Britt Quentin has been moonwalking his way around the world as the star of 'Thriller Live'. We caught up with him ahead of his arrival in Woking on July 2.
Al fresco filmPass the popcorn, top up the Pimms and pitch up for an al fresco film. Follow the usher this way, for the best pop up cinemas in Surrey.
ACS International School, EghamFor an international education, you'll struggle to get better than the ACS International School in Egham.

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The White Horse, Hascombe

As winner of Best Destination Pub in the Muddy Awards two year’s running – The White Horse in Hascombe is indeed a pub worth going out of your way for.
- The Barley Mow
  
  Looking for a charming family-friendly pub and a wondersome walk? Look no further, than The Barley Mow, Englefield Green.
- The Ivy Castle View
  
  I ate, I drank, I started writing. The first review evaaaahhh of brand spanking new The Ivy Castle View – only on Muddy.
- Tea for two
  
  Who doesn't love a fully laden cake stand? And at Hartsfield Manor 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.

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De Vere Wotton

We came, we ate, we slept – and we loved the romantic nooks, the roomy spaces and the stunning garden at De Vere Wotton House near Dorking.
- Visit Valencia
  
  Warm, spring days are finally here and there is no better time to book a European city break – with or without the family.
- Barmy about bluebells
  
  Is there anything more lovely than a thick carpet of blooming bluebells in spring? Here are the best places to spot them in Surrey.

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New 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 and celeb endorsements galore.
- Style saviour!
  
  A fancy three day wedding and nothing to wear. Who do I call? It has to be personal stylist Beaubaileyrose.

Seeking literary inspiration?

Well, you’re in the right place. Muddy’s pro bookworm Kerry Potter picks the best June reads for you.
- Monogamy
  
  Janie Dee stars as a self-centred wine-guzzling celebrity chef in this funny and farcical look at modern day life.
- AniMalcolm
  
  When we heard that David Baddiel's best-selling kids book was being adapted to the stage, we couldn't resist a sneak preview.

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 for Girls, Purley
  
  This small independent school for girls is within the exclusive and gated Webb Estate in Purley. It's a small school with a strong community feel.
- Banstead Prep School, Banstead
  
  For first-class facilities and a great all-rounder education, the brand new Banstead Prep School is a great option for boys and girls.

Muddy meets Charlie Brooks

We know and love her as Janine Butcher from EastEnders, but Charlie Brooks is now treading the boards as the troubled Sally in Torben Betts’ new play ‘Monogamy’ at the Richmond Theatre.
- 5 minutes with Janie Dee
  
  Two-time Olivier Award-winning actress Janie Dee stars in Torben Betts' play Monogamy which comes to Richmond Theatre this month. She chats to Muddy about fame, family and favourite directors.
- 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.