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

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The Muddy Awards 2019The Muddy Awards are coming - tind out more about the most prestigious lifestyle awards in mid and southern England.
How to buy artEveryone can enjoy buying and owing art. Here, Laura Walford, director of Surrey-based gallery Belgravia Art shares her top tips for starting, building and displaying a collection.
Les MusicalsJai McDowall and Jonathan Ansell are the mahoosive voices belting out the tunes in the touring show Les Musicals which comes to Richmond Theatre on Fri 10 May. Here's what they get up to when they're not on stage.
Wonderful weddingsPlanning a wedding? Don't do anything until you've consulted our comprehensive wedding guide for all 21 Muddy counties. The dreamiest venues, florists, photographers and more- you're welcome!
The best bluebell walksBlooming 'eck! Bluebells are about to start popping up in their thousands across Surrey. Here's where to find the best of them, plus our pick of nearby pubs for a cheeky pitstop.
Superflashy newsflashWant to know the latest happenings in your hood? Oh but you’re welcome.

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The latest handpicked businesses we think you’ll love

1907 Restaurant

For stylish dining and an innovative menu, the 1907 Restaurant, Bar and Grill at the Brooklands Hotel is in pole position.
- Cool bar alert
  
  Antlers on the wall, fairy lights galore and a wonderfully cool cocktail menu - we're loving this kitch and cool bar in the heart of Godalming.
- The Plough Inn
  
  Have you discovered this rural pub with a gorgeous beer garden, boutique rooms and fabulous food? Oh, and did I mention it has its own microbrewery?
- Ultimate girls’ night
  
  Sometimes we want something with more pizzazz than a country pub! Make mine a Chanel martini and keep 'em coming at Ascot Fifty5.
- The Bull Inn, Limpsfield
  
  Saved from an uncertain future by an enterprising group of local investors, this historic pub is now at the heart of Limpsfield village life. Food's darn good too.

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Family-friendly rentals

Easter’s approaching, you need to reconnect with your fam, and we have just the thing to help – 30 gorgeous self-catering cottages across the Muddy counties!
- A romantic overnighter – with a merry twist
  
  The Merry Harriers is a traditional country pub with a couple of quirky twists - not least the luxury shepherd's huts to overnight in and the chance to go trekking with llamas.
- Why travel agents rock
  
  You get one life - don't waste it - eight reasons to use a boutique travel agent.

New season fashion

Spring is here – but what to wear? Here are the key six trends that’ll give your wardrobe an easy-peasy update.
Beauty
- Red velvet!
  
  Muddy heads to the Velvet Rooms in Chobham to try out a new vegan colour range that's made from pure plant extracts and is 100% natural.
- Natural skincare + bio-active science = RESULTS
  
  Two sisters, one multi-award winning beauty brand and - oh hello - 10 Balance Me bundles worth a total of £1200 to give away!

April’s best books

Quick! Spring-clean your book collection to make room for Muddy’s awesome April picks.
- Need a new book?
  
  You're in the right place - Muddy's pro-bookworm Kerry Potter has picked this month's seven sexiest reads. Ready. Steady. Read!
- The art fair not to miss
  
  The Contemporary Art Fairs Surrey boasts some brilliant artists and stunning pieces that will give your home character and don’t cost the earth.

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Kids
- Gifted and talented: is your child a sporting star?
  
  Sports are important for kids' health, wellbeing and development. But what to do if your child is a genius on the sporting pitch? Here, Michael Connolly, the head teacher at Cranmore School, gives his thoughts.
- TASIS – The American School in England, Thorpe
  
  Set on a sprawling campus in Thorpe, Surrey, this American and international school has super...

Les Musicals

Jai McDowall and Jonathan Ansell are the mahoosive voices belting out the tunes in the touring show Les Musicals which comes to Richmond Theatre on Fri 10 May. Here’s what they get up to when they’re not on stage.
- What the wine experts drink
  
  Faced with three wine experts there was only one question we could ask: what do you drink?...
- Muddy meets Tom Kerridge
  
  We talk Pub in the Park (Razorlight, Texas and Clean Bandit in Surrey peeps) and work life balance issues - yup, he has them too!