Culture
Surrey Life
By Royal Appointment
As the Queen’s representative of the Judiciary in the county, the High Sheriffof Surrey is a demanding role. In this exclusive interview, Andy Newbold meets Her Majesty’s latest appointment, Robert Napier CBE, to find out how he intends to rise to the challenge
6 min |
August 2017
Surrey Life
From The Archives: 60 Years Down On The Farm
Priory Farm, in Nutfield, has been in the Shinner family for 60 years this summer. Today, it is a Mecca for food lovers and the answer to parents’ prayers with its natural Discovery Walk. In the past, it was at the forefront of the pick-your-own revolution. We take a look back with father and son farmers John and Nic
4 min |
August 2017
Surrey Life
The Bank Vole
Often confused with field voles, the chesnut brown bank vole is a difficult one to spot but is common in this county, says Alex Learmont, assistant ecologist at Surrey Wildlife Trust
2 min |
August 2017
Surrey Life
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4 min |
August 2017
Surrey Life
The Archbishop's Table
Winner of best pub and best local menu at last year’s Surrey Life Food & Drink Awards, the Stephan Langton Inn has long been a popular escape to the country. Matthew Williams discovers whether it has maintained its award-winning touch
3 min |
August 2017
Surrey Life
On Your Doorstep: Barnett Hill
In the latest instalment of our series which looks at places to stay right here in Surrey, Rebecca Younger visits Barnett Hill, the home built by Thomas Cook’s grandson in the early 1900s
3 min |
August 2017
Surrey Life
Glass Maiden
Shoals of fish, tumbling leaves and rock pools in fused glass shimmer and sparkle in artist Jo Downs’ Ripley showroom. Janet Donin discovers the inspiration behind her collections
3 min |
August 2017
Surrey Life
Landline? What landline?
BBC Surrey Breakfast host, James Cannon, grapples with the rise of social media while searching for Oval Office insiders.
2 min |
March 2017
Surrey Life
Culture Vulture
Stand-up comedian, author, TV presenter and self-confessed “shabby dad”, Absolute Radio morning show host Christian O’ Connell needs to have his finger firmly on the nation’s cultural post. Here, the Dorking resident tells us about his cinema woes, Dance Floor Dads and learning to understand women…
2 min |
March 2017
Surrey Life
Bringing People Together
In her latest column, best-selling author, Miriam Wakerly, focuses on Stoneleigh, near Epsom, and the thriving library that lies at its heart.
2 min |
February 2017
Surrey Life
The Great Crested Grebe
Conservation manager at surrey wildlife trust, Ken Anckorn, tells us about this spectacularly sleek creature.
2 min |
February 2017
Surrey Life
After The Yes…… Is It Time For A Pre-Nuptial Agreement?
St Valentine’s Day – 14 February a day for cards, presents and wedding proposals!After the proposal has been made, the ring chosen and a date set for the big day, couples need to consider the legal implications of marriage.For those who have current or future wealth or who are marrying for the second or third time, pre-nuptial agreements are particularly important.
3 min |
February 2017
Surrey Life
A Way With Words...
Best known as a pun gent for the likes of Miranda, Not Going Out and Top Gear, Guildford comedian Paul Kerensa meets Matthew Williams to discuss stand-up comedy, caffeine inspiration and his brand new book
9 min |
November 2017
Surrey Life
Jewel In The Crown
This month, bestselling author Adele Parks is taught a thing or two during a family visit to Hampton Court Palace
2 min |
November 2017
Surrey Life
A Lasting Legacy
This month, Wildlife Aid Foundation founder Simon Cowell MBE looks at the impact his charity’s work will have on the environment in decades to come
3 min |
November 2017
Surrey Life
On Stage With Claygate's Caesar
Jon Tarcy sang his heart out as Rolf Gruber in The Sound of Music Live in 2015. Now, his first season with the Royal Shakespeare Company is leaving audience’s hearts in their mouths.
5 min |
November 2017
Surrey Life
One For The Jetsetters
With the light falling just right, you can imagine yourself in Tuscany when at Beaverbrook. While the setting is European, their Dining Room whisks you to the Land of the Rising Sun. Matthew Williams visits
4 min |
November 2017
Surrey Life
Toy Story
A fascination with traditional puppets and toys and a fondness for fairy tales has influenced ceramicist Jean Tolkovsky’s quirky style. Janet Donin got caught up in her imaginative world at home in Worplesdon.
3 min |
November 2017
Surrey Life
Frozen In Time
A year on from scoring Olympic gold at Rio 2016, three of the GB women’s hockey squad stars are far from hanging up their sticks. Clive Youlton discovers how their legacy continues at their Surbiton home club.
6 min |
October 2017
Surrey Life
History Buff
Ahead of his appearance at Guildford Book Festival, historian, TV presenter and sports columnist Dan Jones tells Alexander Larman about his latest work and why living in Surrey is a privilege
4 min |
October 2017
Surrey Life
Meet The Head
Mr Corydon Lowde, 47, is Box Hill School’s fourth headmaster having been appointed in 2014 from his position as deputy head. He joined the school in 2010 and, prior to this, was the deputy headmaster of the British School of Boston, Massachusetts, USA
2 min |
October 2017
Surrey Life
Grape & Grain
When a day out in the Surrey Hills involves wine, beer and spirits, as well as top-notch local food, what more could you want? Rebecca Younger joins a boozy tour of the county launching this spring
2 min |
February 2018
Surrey Life
Mud Bath
This month BBC Surrey Breakfast co-host, James Cannon, prays for the rain, rain to go away and gets stuck into some DIY
2 min |
March 2018
Surrey Life
Daubenton's Bat
Xenia Snowman, senior bat ecologist at the Surrey Wildlife Trust, on why its so important to help conserve these insect-eating mammals
2 min |
March 2018
Surrey Life
Culture Vulture
Croydon-born stand-up comedian Lucy Porter is returning to an old Epsom haunt for two shows in 2018. She talks to Duncan Hall about coming home and her influences.
3 min |
March 2018
Surrey Life
That's Entertainment
That’s entertainment! In the world of collecting, movie and music memorabilia is one of the most exciting areas to invest in and six-figure sums for rarities are not uncommon, writes Juliet McDonald.
2 min |
March 2018
Surrey Life
All Hands To The Pumps
Ewhurst-born former supermodel and racing driver Jodie Kidd has taken on a new role as pub landlady at the venue where she turned 21. Duncan Hall visits The Half Moon on the Surrey/Sussex border to find out more
5 min |
February 2018
Surrey Life
Taking The Scenic Route
This month BBC Surrey Breakfast host James Cannon ventures off the beaten track to get to the church on time
2 min |
February 2018
Surrey Life
Walk This Way
This month bestselling author Adele Parks encourages her family to appreciate the bountiful countryside on their doorstep with a Sunday afternoon walk
2 min |
February 2018
Surrey Life
Cheese Across The Channel
Adam Henson on a UK producer tackling the French fromage market
2 min |