Spotlight

Global feasts in SurreyFrom the authentic Thai to the tiny Japanese eatery, travel via your tastebuds (and skip the airport misery) with these global restaurants on our doorstep. Bon appetit!
16 fun things to do in Surrey this weekCheck out all the happenings this week from roar-some theatre, afternoon jazz and general blasts of fun – it's all in the trusty Muddy What's On guide!
60 amazing afternoon teas to book nowIt's Afternoon Tea Week (8-14 Aug) and we've found the 60 best places across the Muddy counties to get your fix. But you'd better book 'em fast — here today, scone tomorrow.
Awesome August! 80 things to do this monthFrom festivals and food to al fresco performances and fabulous family days out, Surrey has got everyone covered this month for a summer of fun. Out. You. Go!
The perfect picnic spot... Polesden LaceyLooking for somewhere to plonk your blanket and wicker basket? Polesden Lacey in Great Bookham is ideal for families with a children's woodland play area, stunning formal gardens and no less than 1,400 acres to explore.

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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

Holidays and heatwaves! When the mercury's soaring past 30 degrees keep your cool with Muddy's picks for a stylish summer - all available from local boutiques and brands.

Gotta have it

What’s on this month

Fancy doing something fun? Er, always! Read on for our curated picks of the best things happening near you right now

See What's On

Eat

Global feasts in Surrey

From the authentic Thai to the tiny Japanese eatery, travel via your tastebuds (and skip the airport misery) with these global restaurants on our doorstep. Bon appetit!
- 60 amazing afternoon teas to book now
  
  It’s Afternoon Tea Week (8-14 Aug) and we’ve found the 60 best places across the Muddy counties to get your fix. But you’d better book ’em fast — here today, scone tomorrow.
- Raise a toast! The best brunch spots in Surrey
  
  A bona fide excuse to drink before midday, plus, it’s way easier to get a table booking for a morning slot. What are you waiting for? Bag brunch at one of these Surrey gems.

Culture

Summer reading: 50 books to inspire you

From F. Scott Fitzgerald’s decadent parties in the Roaring 20s to Hilary Mantel’s Tudor-set Wolf Hall trilogy, here are 50 books to add to your summer reading list.
- Alfresco film nights
  
  Nothing says summer like an alfresco night out watching fab movies under the stars. From parkland and rooftops to palace pleasure grounds, here’s where to head, popcorn and blanket at the ready.
- Summer sorted! Things to do in Surrey with kids of all ages
  
  Parents, roll up! We’ve found activities for every age, from toddlers to teens. Read on for the best of art, sport, festivals, theatre and days out in Surrey this July and August.

Little Black Book

Want to support local? Our curated pick of the most creative, unique and brilliant businesses near you.

Harley Street Skin Clinic, Reigate

Hartsfield Manor, Betchworth

Bisley Shooting Ground, near Woking

Jimena Lemck makeup and hair styling

The Twisted Drinks Co.

Her Strength

The Stag on the River, Lower Eashing

Mandira's Kitchen, near Guildford

Bocketts Farm Park, Leatherhead

Winkworth Arboretum, Godalming

Hatchlands Park, East Clandon

Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher

Travel

This way to the beach: 18 seaside trips from Surrey

Oh I do like to be beside the seaside… from splashing in the sea to ice-creams on the beach, we’ve rounded up the best beaches in driving distance of Surrey.
- 10 things to do at the Goodwood Revival
  
  Dress up to the nines at the glamourous Goodwood Revival, a three-day celebration of the halcyon days of motor racing and vintage fashion.
- Review: Lefay Resort and Spa, Lake Garda
  
  Fancy being buffed, massaged, tweaked and primped? Welcome to the first in our new monthly tried-and-tested guides to the world’s best spas. See you pool side, sister!

Home

Make this! Broad bean tortilla

This easy and authentic tortilla from Spanish chef José Pizzaro’s new cookbook, The Spanish Home Kitchen, combines eggs, onions and broad beans in one of the best Spanish tortillas you’ll try.
- Garden bistro sets for sunny weekends outdoors
  
  The faintest whiff of summer sun and you’ll find us out in the garden, sunnies on and chilled spritz in hand. And to sit at? One of these seven totally chic bistro sets, darling!
- What to drink! New World Wines
  
  Looking to the New World for your next bottle or dozen of wine? Here are six recommendations from Surrey wine experts that we’re sipping on this summer.
Wellbeing
- 8 easy ways to protect yourself against sun ageing
  
  Brace yourselves, heatwave incoming! (yes, again). Here’s the lowdown on everything you need to know about staying safe in the sun, with a little help from the experts at Healthily.
- How to look after your holiday smile
  
  Don’t go slacking on your dental routine just because you’re on holiday. Here Elmsleigh House Dental Clinic give us their five top tips for maintaining a perfect smile on holiday.

Life

Five ways weddings have changed in summer 2022

How does the big white wedding look in a post-pandemic world? It’s bigger, more elaborate and more glamorous than ever, of course! The team at Botleys Mansion in Chertsey spill the beans on this summer’s biggest wedding trends.
Kids
- The best lidos and splashparks in Surrey
  
  Hey hot stuff! Bit sweaty? Here’s our pick of the best pools and aqua parks in and around Surrey to cool down. Just add sun lotion.
- Churcher’s College Junior School and Nursery, Liphook
  
  The gateway to the famous co-ed senior school, Churcher’s Junior School has nurturing staff, a good all-round curriculum and popular extra-curricular activities, with bags of space to play and learn.

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Fashion

Hot specs! Seven sexy sunglasses that shine

Hello heatwave! Protect those baby-blues from the rays and look super-chic with our pick of the loveliest sunnies from our favourite Surrey boutiques.
- Freshen up! 40 best ‘tweakment’ salons
  
  Fancy glowing skin, a sculpted jawline or a tighter bum? No need to go under the knife – we’ve scoured the Muddy counties for the best non-invasive treatments in top-rated salons.
- Beat the heat! 11 top tips for summer makeup
  
  Summer is full of wonderful things — but melting foundation, smeared eyeliner and super-sticky lipstick are not among them. So here’s top makeup artist Jimena Lemck with her best summer makeup tips.

People

My favourite places: Helen McClure, interior designer

Trust an interior designer to have an eye for lovely places both near and far. Godalming-based interior designer Helen McClure from At Home by Design chats under-the-radar gems.
- What’s cooking! José Pizarro at the Swan Inn, Claygate
  
  The celebrated Spanish chef spills the beans on the famous faces he’s fed, which food is highly overrated and the three dishes everyone should master.
- Muddy meets: Ed Byrne
  
  Ed is heading to Surrey with stops in Guilford, Camberley and Redhill … Muddy caught up to chat jokes, famous friendships and the naughty words his children say.