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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1500" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/03/women-supportive-Credit-katy-anne-unsplash.jpg" alt="Supportive women hold hands." class="wp-image-58968" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/03/women-supportive-Credit-katy-anne-unsplash.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/03/women-supportive-Credit-katy-anne-unsplash-800x800.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/03/women-supportive-Credit-katy-anne-unsplash-1000x1000.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/03/women-supportive-Credit-katy-anne-unsplash-400x400.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/03/women-supportive-Credit-katy-anne-unsplash-768x768.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/03/women-supportive-Credit-katy-anne-unsplash-500x500.jpg 500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/03/women-supportive-Credit-katy-anne-unsplash-1100x1100.jpg 1100w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>This month it&#8217;s all about girl power as Sat 8 March is <strong><a href="https://www.internationalwomensday.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">International Women’s Day</a></strong> with a theme this year of Accelerate Action!</p>



<p>IWD strives to recognise the achievements of women, and to challenge the  imbalance in gender rights across the world. So, of course it&#8217;s best enjoyed in the company of fellow fabulous, talented and totally awesome women! Here’s 10 ways to see them and join them across the county.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-discover-the-female-creator-of-the-flower-fairies-at-watts-gallery-compton"><strong>Discover the female creator of the <a href="https://www.wattsgallery.org.uk/exhibitions/flower-fairies" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Flower Fairies</a> at Watts Gallery, Compton</strong></h3>



<p>From now until 27 April explore the life of Croydon born Cicely Mary Barker, the creator of the Flower Fairies, at Watts Gallery. First published in 1923, these botanically accurate fairies were inspired by real children that Cicely knew. See a selection of the original<em> </em>Flower Fairies alongside her personal sketches and family photographs at the artist&#8217;s village in the countryside outside Guildford. A great way to celebrate a fabulous woman on International Women&#8217;s Day.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-connect-with-local-business-women-at-women-s-work-social-guildford"><strong>Connect with local business women at <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wws-international-womens-day-its-time-to-celebrate-each-other-tickets-1245402023979?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Women’s Work Social</a>, Guildford</strong></h3>



<p>Get to hear from Women’s Work Social Founders, Jo and Lauren on what they believe underpins the ability for female founders to #AccelerateAction through business. In the luxe surroundings of the Coppa Club in Guildford on Tuesday 11 March spend a morning celebrating International Women&#8217;s Day with like-minded local business owners. Coffee, and croissants and the chance to chat, connect and support each other &#8211; fabulous!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-celebrate-girl-power-at-the-theatre-with-amp-juliet-woking"><strong>Celebrate girl power at the theatre with <a href="https://emea01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.atgtickets.com%2Fshows%2Fand-juliet%2Fnew-victoria-theatre%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7Cb30abb42bd9f470f2d8f08dd510712f0%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638755813019095407%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=q9PRfA1FWJKhsi8UNzE41tFhb%2BiOZbLeJ6%2Bz2xF6izI%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&amp;Juliet</a>, Woking</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Juliet-Gerardine-Sacdalan-tour-2024.jpeg" alt="Gerardine Sacdalan as Juliet in the 2025 tour of &amp;Juliet." class="wp-image-58732" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Juliet-Gerardine-Sacdalan-tour-2024.jpeg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Juliet-Gerardine-Sacdalan-tour-2024-800x533.jpeg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Juliet-Gerardine-Sacdalan-tour-2024-400x266.jpeg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Juliet-Gerardine-Sacdalan-tour-2024-768x511.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">&amp;Juliet at the New Victoria Theatre</figcaption></figure>



<p>Created by the Emmy-winning writer from <em>“Schitt’s Creek,”</em> this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and asks, what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Grab your girlfriends and get tickets from 11-15 March at the New Victoria Theatre in Woking. Read full details <a href="https://surrey.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/arts-culture-things-to-do/juliet-preview/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here.</a></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="720" height="480" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2020/10/Barnett-Hill-Afternoon-Tea-27-1-720x480.jpg" alt="Afternoon tea at Barnett Hill Hotel in Surrey" class="wp-image-37433" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2020/10/Barnett-Hill-Afternoon-Tea-27-1-720x480.jpg 720w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2020/10/Barnett-Hill-Afternoon-Tea-27-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2020/10/Barnett-Hill-Afternoon-Tea-27-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2020/10/Barnett-Hill-Afternoon-Tea-27-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2020/10/Barnett-Hill-Afternoon-Tea-27-1-787x525.jpg 787w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2020/10/Barnett-Hill-Afternoon-Tea-27-1.jpg 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px" /></figure>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-get-pampered-and-eat-pastries-at-barnett-hill-hotel-near-guildford"><strong>Get pampered and eat pastries at <a href="https://barnetthill.try.be/items/63ce936916e7ebe6f80509b5/total-pampering-patisserie-including-2-treatments" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barnett Hill Hotel</a>, near Guildford</strong></h3>



<p>If you prefer to connect with your besties while being beautified you&#8217;ve come to the right place. Treat you and the gang to a special pamper day at swanky Surrey hotel Barnett Hill. In the gorgeous Utopia spa you can enjoy two treatments before indulging in a sumptuous afternoon tea. Win win!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-mingle-at-kingston-chamber-of-commerce-iwd-brunch"><strong>Mingle at <a href="https://www.kingstonchamber.co.uk/events/iwd-brunch-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kingston Chamber of Commerce IWD Brunch</a></strong></h3>



<p>Join women business leaders on Thurs 6 March at The Mitre Hampton Court to celebrate International Women&#8217;s Day with brunch. Bringing together varied industries and sectors to share stories, the event offers an inclusive and empowering space to connect, gain insights, and learn from inspirational attendees. Networking and talks plus a light brunch featuring coffee, fruits, yoghurts, pastries and pancakes.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-chill-out-at-a-wellness-retreat-in-woking"><strong>Chill out at a <a href="https://www.serendiawellness.com/retreats/empower" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Wellness retreat</a> in </strong>Woking</h3>



<p>Gather together through yoga and the soothing sounds of live cello music in the magical setting of Bisley Yurt. This retreat on Sat 8 March is designed to nourish the body and mind. It will honour the beauty of womanhood, and create space for reflection in a supportive environment.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-left" id="h-make-art-with-kate-tulett-limpsfield"><strong>Make art with <a href="https://katetulettart.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kate Tulett,</a> Limpsfield</strong></h3>



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<p>Join Kate, an experimental artist, specialising in original art using recycled materials, textiles and acrylic on canvas at a workshop run from her studio at Wickham’s Stores on Limpsfield High Street, Limpsfield. Kate is also running a special Paint and Plate event on 12 March at the George and Dragon in Westerham on the Surrey/Kent border &#8211; a feast for the eyes and stomach!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-celebrate-local-authors-at-the-literary-festival-farnham"><strong>Celebrate local authors at the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/celebrating-local-authors-tickets-1145442030949" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Literary Festival,</a> Farnham</strong></h3>



<p>Meet local authors as they share their journey and books on the evening of 11 March at Farnham Library. The event is part of the literary festival. Hear from <a href="https://www.margotshepherd.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Margot Shepherd</strong></a> who lives near Haslemere and works in research at the University of Surrey. Margot writes about family relationships with a particular emphasis on women and science from a female point of view. </p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hear-about-votes-for-women-at-bourne-hall-museum-ewell"><strong>Hear about <a href="https://www.bournehall.org/upcoming-events" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Votes for Women</a> at Bourne Hall Museum, Ewell</strong></h3>



<p>Discover how the determination and bravery of the Suffragettes changed the way our country is today with this fascinating talk. It&#8217;s at Bourne Hall in Ewell on International Women&#8217;s Day &#8211; Sat 8 March. You&#8217;ll learn how Epsom was thrust into the national headlines by the death of Emily Davison at the Epsom Derby in June 1913. </p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-visit-female-owned-art-agency-gallery-cobham"><strong>Visit female owned <a href="https://www.theartagency.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Art Agency</a> gallery, Cobham</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="800" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Untitled-design-1-1000x800.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-58855" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Untitled-design-1-1000x800.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Untitled-design-1-800x640.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Untitled-design-1-400x320.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Untitled-design-1-768x614.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/surrey/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/02/Untitled-design-1.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Art Agency and its owners Alison &amp; Emma</figcaption></figure>



<p>The Art Agency is an established and inviting gallery run by long-time friends Alison Ramsay and Emma Riley, who have been at the heart of the Surrey art scene since 2011.  After a decade in Esher they relocated to Cobham last year where they curate a dynamic collection of art, showcasing both emerging talent and established artists, to suit every budget. Don&#8217;t miss standout artist <a href="https://www.theartagency.co.uk/artists/emma-gibbons/4623/gallery/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Emma Gibbons</a>, hailed as &#8216;one of the most exciting and fast-growing pop artists in the UK&#8217;. Her striking Barbie silhouette, created from thousands of glitter pills, caught the eye of Hollywood star Margot Robbie while she was filming <em>Barbie</em> no less!</p>



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<p><em><strong>Want more happenings locally? Check out Muddy’s <a href="https://surrey.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/whats-on/things-to-do-whats-on-surrey-march/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">What’s On</a> guide with 50+ fabulous things to in March.</strong></em></p>



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