Muddy Stilettos Surrey

The urban guide to the countryside -

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

Our curated A-Z of the grooviest local businesses

Superflashy NewsflashNo need to have your ear to the ground when Muddy’s on the scene! Here’s the latest hot goss delivered right to you.
Happy birthdayThe Tunsgate Quarter is celebrating its 2nd birthday! And to celebrate we've come up with six fun facts about the Guildford shopping centre.
Maintain your fitness momentumIf you struggle to keep to you fitness regime, this one's for you - here the experts at The Thames Club share their top tips for staying motivated and maintaining fitness momentum.
Easter activities SORTED!Are you in Half-Term recovery mode? Now the kids are back at school (praise be), plan for an easier Easter with Barracudas Activity Day Camps – I reckon your ankle biters will love them.
Dog-friendly staysHave pooch, will travel? Here are 43 stays across the Muddy counties that are all Fido-friendly.

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The latest handpicked businesses we think you’ll love

The March Hare

Like Alice’s adventure down the rabbit hole, The March Hare in central Guildford is a delight. Great food, cosy surrounds and excellent service – we love!
- Rambler’s Rest, Chipstead
  
  Sizzlingly quick on the uptake, we've been in, downed three courses, and reviewed the hottest new-look pub in Surrey - before it's even open to the public. Say hi to the foxy Rambler's Rest in Chipstead.
- Is this Surrey’s best-kept secret?
  
  A bit of a hidden gem, the restaurant at Warren House offers intimate fine dining in sumptuous surrounds. Muddy nails three delicious courses.
- Surrey’s best roasts
  
  One of life's real pleasures: a succulent Sunday roast with all the trimmings. Here's where to go to find Surrey's best Sunday lunches.
- The Bull Inn, Limpsfield
  
  This community-owned 16th-century pub is the heart and soul of Limpsfield village life. And with great food, a friendly vibe and super-stylish interiors it's one to add to your list.

Our honest reviews of the UK’s best schools

Making plans? Find your perfect Pub, Inn, Hotel, Café, Restaurant or Bar across the Muddy counties.

Beach holidays near Surrey

Looking for a beach holiday less than two hours’ drive from Surrey? Hey presto! Check out these corker properties from Wellies and Windbreaks. Luxury and relaxation guaranteed.
- Insider’s guide to Reigate
  
  This medieval market town is bursting at the seam with independent shops, pubs and restaurants, beautiful green spaces and annual events you'll be desperate to attend.
- Snowdrops in Surrey
  
  February is the month for snowdrops - and here are the loveliest places to catch the nodding white flowers across Surrey and beyond over the next few weeks.

Let it snow

Heading on a skiing holiday this winter? Here’s our shopping checklist for looking stylish on the slopes and in the bar for aprés ski.
Beauty
- Review: Mulberry and Thyme
  
  Muddy heads to eco-friendly luxury hair salon Mulberry and Thyme in Epsom Downs for a high-powered injection of red.
- The dreamiest day off ever
  
  When was the last time you had a 5 star luxury spa day? Too bloody long ago, I'd hazard! We went to The Spa at Pennyhill Park and almost didn't ever come home.

February books

Muddy has five February fancies for your delectation. Read all about ’em here – then read them yourself.
- Review: Blithe Spirit
  
  A classic comedy starring Jennifer Saunders always going to be popular and tickets are selling fast for Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit at Richmond Theatre.
- January books
  
  What kind of insaniac leaves the house in January? Retire to the sofa pronto and get stuck into one of Muddy's enthralling new literary picks.

Need a cheerleader?

Clare Percival, Reigate Tribe Boss and local business owner, spills the beans on why Reigate needs a new women’s networking group and where she goes to work, drink and play.
Kids
- Easter activities SORTED!
  
  Are you in Half-Term recovery mode? Now the kids are back at school (praise be), plan for an easier Easter with Barracudas Activity Day Camps – I reckon your ankle biters will love them.
- Glenesk School
  
  A pint-sized village nursery and pre-prep which specialises in teaching children aged 2 to 7. There's a strong sense of community, and children do well.

Muddy meets David Walliams

The stage version of David Walliam’s Billionaire Boy comes to Richmond Theatre this month – we meet the man behind the book.
- Meet the head: ACS International School, Cobham
  
  A new school year and at ACS International School in Cobham there's also a new head of school - meet Mr Barnaby Sandow who returns to the the UK after almost 15 years at an international school in Borneo.
- Meet the head: Frensham Heights
  
  Frensham Heights School is a modern and forward-thinking school with a distinct lack of British formality - and the new head master Rick Clarke fits right in. He's a progressive thinker with some interesting views on education.