autumn 2025
September – December 2025
Autumn is a busy time at the Maltings with plenty to celebrate including unravel... autumn, festival of crafts, and The Snowsmith – our heartwarming Christmas production told with puppetry, live songs and captivating storytellers. You can also step into the festive spirit at A Traditional Christmas at the Museum of Farnham.
Alongside the delicious food in our Riverside Café, we’ll also serve up some of the finest comedy, film, music and theatre. Highlights include The Paper Dolls (adapted by me), and All For Your Delight, a Farnham Maltings production premiering here before heading out on a community tour.
We’re also welcoming folk legends Lindisfarne and Steeleye Span for unforgettable live performances.
There’s something for everyone this autumn – even a dog-friendly show!
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film
11am & 3pm screenings
£7 (£5 members, students & under 15s)
8pm screenings
£8 (£6 members, £5 students & under 15s)
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (15)
Wed 03 September
11am [subtitled], 3pm & 8pm
After jumping back into the dating pool, single mother Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger) finds herself caught between a younger man and her son’s science teacher.
From Hilde, With Love (15)
Wed 10 September
11am, 3pm & 8pm
A drama based on true events telling the story of Hilde Coppi, arrested and imprisoned by the Gestapo with her husband, for their part in a WWII resistance group. Spoken in German with English subtitles.
Eddington (15)
Wed 17 September
11am, 3pm [subtitled] & 8pm
In May of 2020, a standoff between a small-town sheriff (Joaquin Phoenix) and mayor (Pedro Pascal) sparks a powder keg as neighbour is pitted against neighbour in Eddington, New Mexico.
Sense and Sensibility (U)
Wed 24 September
11am, 3pm & 8pm
Ang Lee’s adaptation of Jane Austen’s first novel returns to the big screen to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet star as the impassioned Dashwood sisters.
The Life of Chuck (15)
Wed 01 October
11am, 3pm & 8pm [subtitled]
A life-affirming, genre-bending story based on Stephen King’s novella about three chapters in the life of an ordinary man named Charles Krantz (Tom Hiddleston).
Four Letters of Love (12A)
Wed 08 October
11am, 3pm & 8pm
Nicholas and Isabel were made for each other but how will they ever know it? As ghosts, fate and the sheer power of true love pull them together, so too does life threaten to tear them apart. Starring Pierce Brosnan and Helena Bonham Carter.
Downton
Abbey:
The Grand Finale (Cert. TBC)
Wed 15 October
11am [subtitled], 3pm & 8pm
In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.
The Roses (15 TBC)
Wed 22 October
11am, 3pm [subtitled] & 8pm
Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy (Olivia Colman) and Theo (Benedict Cumberbatch): successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the façade of their supposed ideal life, a storm is brewing.
Flow (U)
Tue 28 October 11am, 2pm & 6pm / free child ticket with every adult ticket purchased Cat is a solitary animal, but as its home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species. Winner of Best Animated Feature at the 2025 Academy Awards.
Spinal Tap II (Cert. TBC) subject to confirmation
Wed 29 October
11am, 3pm & 8pm
A sequel to the 1984 cult classic This Is Spinal Tap, the film reunites Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer as the iconic fictional band Spinal Tap, come together for one final show.
A Big Bold Beautiful
Journey (Cert. TBC) subject to confirmation
Wed 05 November
11am, 3pm & 8pm
What if you could open a doorway and walk through it to re-live a defining moment from your past?
Sarah (Margot Robbie) and David (Colin Farrell) meet at a wedding and, through a twist of fate, embark on a funny, fantastical adventure.
One Battle After Another (Cert. TBC) subject to confirmation
Wed 12 November
11am, 3pm & 8pm
When their evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of exrevolutionaries reunites to rescue one of their own’s daughter. Action thriller starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn and Benicio del Toro.
Mother’s Pride (Cert. TBC) subject to confirmation
Wed 03 December
11am, 3pm & 8pm
A comedy about a failing pub, a divided community and a grieving family whose lives are changed by brewing real ale and entering the Great British Beer Awards. Starring Martin Clunes and James Buckley.
The Story of Farnham
Tue 16 September 7pm / free
In collaboration with the Museum of Farnham, join us for a screening of a local student’s documentary about the history, architecture, conservation and challenges of our ancient market town. For ages 18+.
I Am Martin Parr (12A)
Thu 09 October 8pm
£8 (£6 members, £5 students & under 15s)
Discover the maverick behind some of the most iconic images of the past century on an intimate and exclusive road trip across England with the uncompromising Parr, whose subjects, frames and colours revolutionised contemporary photography.
Minima: The Phantom of the Opera (PG)
Fri 07 November 8pm
£15 (£12 under 18s)
Celebrate the centenary of a cinema classic with Minima’s spine-tingling live score. Drums, bass, guitar and cello strike up a thrilling relationship with the film, following the Phantom down into his subterranean world.
event cinema
Experience world-class performances on the big screen.
£15 (£12 under 18s)
NT Live: Inter Alia (15 TBC)
Thu 25 September
2pm [subtitled] & 7pm
Writer Suzie Miller and director
Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie with this searing examination of modern masculinity and motherhood. Starring Rosamund Pike (Saltburn) in her National Theatre debut.
Big Screen Musicals: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s
Love Never Dies (12A TBC)
Tue 30 September 7pm
Love Never Dies continues The
Phantom of the Opera story with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s acclaimed score, a 21-piece orchestra, 36 cast members, 300 costumes, and a breathtaking set lit by 5000 bulbs.
Radiohead X Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (PG)
Fri 03 October 8pm
Silents Synced pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music to bring audiences a unique big screen experience. This reimagining of the iconic Nosferatu (1922) features Radiohead’s Kid A (2000) and Amnesiac (2001) albums.
The Royal Opera: Tosca (Cert. TBC)
Tue 07 October 2pm
The splendour of Rome. The devastation of war. Puccini’s operatic thriller returns in an epic new production. A star-studded cast includes soprano Anna Netrebko performing the title role, with Music Director Jakub Hrůša conducting his first new production in the role.
Met Opera:
La Sonnambula (Cert. TBC)
Tue 21 October 7pm
Nadine Sierra stars in Bellini’s poignant tale of love lost and found. Retaining the opera’s original setting in the Swiss Alps, director Rolando Villazón uses its somnambulant plot to explore the emotional and psychological valleys of the mind.
Big Screen Musicals:
Bat Out of Hell (12A TBC)
Tue 04 November 7pm
The cast of the West End production will bring Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s iconic anthems to life. Get ready for an electrifying experience that will ignite your passion for rock and roll.
NT Live: Mrs. Warren’s Profession (12A TBC)
Thu 06 November
2pm [subtitled] & 7pm
Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown) joins forces with her reallife daughter Bessie Carter (Bridgerton) for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic.
The Royal Ballet: La Fille mal gardée (Cert. TBC)
Sun 09 November 2pm
Escape to the countryside with Frederick Ashton’s ballet about a capricious girl who hopes to marry her love. Brimming with humour and choreographic invention, La Fille mal gardée is the perfect ballet for all the family.
Met Opera: La Bohème (Cert. TBC)
Thu 13 November 2pm
With its enchanting setting and spellbinding score, the world’s most popular opera is as timeless as it is heartbreaking. Franco Zeffirelli’s picture-perfect production brings 19th-century Paris to the Met stage.
Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio (Cert. TBC)
Tue 18 November
2.30pm [subtitled] & 7.30pm Award-winning film makers Phil Grabsky and David Bickerstaff delve into the hidden narratives of Caravaggio’s life, piecing together clues embedded within his artwork.
John Cleese Packs It In (12A TBC)
Fri 21 November 7.30pm
A wry, behind-the-scenes portrait of a comedy legend on the road, battling various ailments, chaotic travel, and his own stubborn refusal to stop. As he reflects on a stage career that began in 1963, the question lingers: is this the end of the road?
NT Live: The Fifth Step (15 TBC)
Fri 05 December
2pm [subtitled] & 7pm Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.
comedy
Join us for an unforgettable season of laughter. From our popular Cellar Bar comedy clubs to hilarious headline shows in the Great Hall, a brilliant night out is guaranteed.
Stand-Up Comedy Club
Wed 10 September, 08 October, 12 November & 10 December
8.30pm / £14 (£12 members)
Presented by Off The Kerb, our monthly comedy club is the place to catch the hottest talent and rising stars on the circuit. For ages 16+.
Open Mic Night
Wed 01 October
8.30pm / pay what you can A relaxed and inclusive evening for new and established acts to share poetry, spoken word and comedy. First time performers welcome. For ages 16+.
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy Club
Thu 18 September, 09 October,13 November & 11 December
11.30am / £14 (£12 members)
Top comedians perform grown-up comedy in a baby-friendly space. Meet other parents and enjoy a laugh over a cuppa or something stronger!
For line-ups and more information, visit farnhammaltings.com/comedy
Josh Widdicombe:
Not My Cup of Tea
Thu 04 September
7.30pm / £30
Josh is back on tour… not again! By now he has almost certainly mastered the art of stand-up, either that or he has wasted the last 15 years of his life. Expect it to be shorter and with lower production values than Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, but funnier and with more references to tea. For ages 14+.
Baga Chipz: Chip Off The Old Block Tour
Sat 20 September 7.30pm from £25
After the smash-hit Material Girl and Much Betta! tours – Baga returns, bigger, louder and MUCH BETTA than ever! Expect live vocals, filthy laughs, drag chaos, and a special tribute to her bestie The Vivienne. For ages 16+.
Esther Manito: Slagbomb Wed 24 September
8.30pm / £17
She’s tried elegance. She’s aimed for sophistication. But somehow, chaos always wins. How do you keep your poise when you’re juggling kids, aging parents, and the crushing weight of unmet expectations? Nothing’s off limits in this new show from Esther Manito. For ages 14+.
An Evening with Joe Thomas: Talking The Inbetweeners
Thu 16 October 8pm from £19
Celebrating 17 years since the show’s debut, Joe Thomas (aka Simon Cooper) will share his favourite moments from the series, behindthe-scenes misadventures, as well as answering questions from the audience. Fans won’t want to miss this unique opportunity. For ages 14+.
Jake Lambert: The Sunshine Kid
Fri 17 October 8pm / £16
Described as ‘a joke machine’ by The Telegraph, Jake Lambert is a rapidly rising stand-up known for his non-stop gag-filled storytelling. Jake supported Michael McIntyre on his worldwide tour and has appeared on Live at the Apollo. For ages 14+.
Sh!t-faced Shakespeare®: Hamlet
Thu 30 October 7pm / £25
Celebrating 15 years on the wagon, Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® return with one of the Bard’s most popular tragedies, Hamlet. Expect a highbrow mix of classic Elizabethan drama and no-holds-barred drunken antics. For ages 16+.
Judi Love: Work in Progress
Fri 28 November
7.30pm / £15
Straight-talking powerhouse Judi Love is one of the UK’s most stand-out performers. A brilliantly engaging comic, she takes everyday relatable situations that resonate with audiences and brings them to life in hilarious routines. Join Judi as she works up new material ahead of her nationwide tour next year. For ages 14+.
music
Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra
Thu 09 October
8.30pm / £16.50
Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra are a genre-blending band from Newcastle, mixing Western swing, country blues, rockabilly, and jazz. Known for witty lyrics, vintage style, and energetic live shows, they’re uniquely infectious.
Lindisfarne
Sat 18 October
7.30pm / £32
Legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers
Lindisfarne return to form with a classic five-piece line up of long-time members fronted by original foundermember Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.
Robb Johnson
Fri 24 October
8pm / £18
Robb Johnson returns this autumn with a brand-new show to celebrate the release of his latest album, The Optimist Hotel. Expect a performance full of sharp wit, political edge, and moving melodies.
Martin Harley
Sat 08 November
8pm / £20
Martin Harley has earned acclaim as ‘one of the UK’s finest contemporary roots musicians’ (Guitarist Magazine). Renowned for his mesmerising slide guitar work and seamless fusion of Americana, blues, and folk, Harley has been captivating audiences for over three decades.
Knight & Spiers
Tue 18 November
7.30pm / £22
The pairing of violin and melodeon is a classic one, but in the hands of Knight and Spiers, improvisation and invention meet the listener at every turn. Both have made significant contributions to the English folk scene, and bring the best of traditional music to any stage they play.
Steeleye Span
Thu 04 December
7.30pm / £32
Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Now they return with Conflict, their first full studio album in over five years. The night will offer a selection of songs from across the years and firm fan favourites.
The Ancient Oak of Baldor by Frozen Light Theatre
Mon 22 & Tue 23
September 11am & 1.30pm
£12 (incl. carer ticket)
A multi-sensory experience for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities and their companions, offering the chance to gather and experience the collective power of shared stories. For ages 13+.
One Foot in the Dark by Divija Melally & Saili Katebe
Fri 26 September 7.30pm
£14 (£12 members, £5 students)
A collaboration between a dancer and a poet, exploring our known and unknown experiences of identity, culture and change through text and movement.
Baby Hurts: Work in Progress
by Treadboard Theatre
Fri 26 & Sat 27 September
6pm (Fri) & 3pm (Sat) / free Becky can’t wait to be a mum. When things go wrong, she must navigate a different version of motherhood. A work in progress sharing from Treadboard Theatre. For ages 14+.
Showstopper!
The Improvised Musical
Thu 02 October
7.30pm / £19
A brand new musical comedy is created from scratch at each performance of this award-winning show. Audience suggestions are transformed on the spot into allsinging, all-dancing productions with hilarious results. For ages 12+.
All For Your Delight
by Farnham Maltings
Fri 03 October 7.30pm
£10 (£8 members, £5 students)
The Brightcoats are on tour. A dazzling mix of comedy, songs and games but behind the sequins, something deeper is unfolding when an unexpected character emerges and hidden secrets rise to the surface, will the show go on? Join us for this special preview of Farnham Maltings brand new production. For ages 7+.
DRUM
by Our Day Media and Omnibus Theatre
Mon 06 October 7pm
£16 (£14 members, £5 students)
Thrown together by lives built far from home, two rising Ghanaian creatives grapple with success and identity. This joyful and poignant fiction fuses storytelling, music and dance with archival material to capture a unique snapshot of London in the swinging sixties. For ages 14+.
Revenge: After The Levoyah
by Nick Cassenbaum
Thu 23 October 7.30pm
£16 (£14 members, £5 students) 2019. Jewish Essex. One funeral. Two twins. And an 80-year-old ex-gangster with a completely meshugge plan: kidnap Jeremy Corbyn. Yes, seriously. A madcap comedy laced with sharp political satire. For ages 16+.
Bark Bark by Buzzcut Productions
Tue 11 November 7.30pm
£16 (£14 members, £5 students)
A dog with a bird killing problem. A young couple on the brink. A house filled with taxidermy animals. A live cinema play told from the perspective of a dog. For ages 12+.
family
The Story Forge: Make Your Own Myth
by Rubbish Shakespeare Company and Silly History Boys
Sat 27 September
11am & 2.30pm / £10
Join two ludicrously learned (and undeniably loopy) Professors as they embark on a quest to invent three new myths using cardboard. Choose the adventure, shape the tale, even be the hero! Legendary family fun from award-winning champions of children’s theatre. For ages 6+ yrs.
Stories in the Dust
by Anna Harriott and Iona Johnson
Sat 25 October
12pm & 2.30pm / £12
With live music and puppetry, Stories in the Dust is a funny, heartfelt and hopeful eco-fable that takes you to another world. A world where an ancient book guides your way, a drop of rain changes everything and a mighty lion holds its secrets in an old clay pot. For ages 5+ yrs.
The Paper Dolls by Little Angel Theatre and Polka Theatre
Sat 29 & Sun 30 November times vary / £11
When a little girl cuts out a string of paper dolls she takes them by the hand and together they go on a fantastical adventure whirling through their home and garden. Based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Rebecca Cobb. For ages 3-8 yrs.
Baby Gospel Christmas
Wed 03 December 11am
£8 (under 12 months free)
Enjoy a family concert as Baby Gospel returns with a festive twist! Experience soul, gospel, and holiday classics performed by the talented CK Gospel Choir. For ages 0-7 yrs.
maltings youth theatre
Beginners (school years: 1-2)
Thu 18 September - 04 December 4pm-5pm
£75 for 10 sessions
Featuring games, storytelling and creative play, these weekly sessions offer children a fun and relaxed introduction to performance and theatre.
Juniors (school years: 3-6)
Thu 18 September - 04 December 5pm-6.30pm
£80 for 10 sessions
Build confidence, make new friends and experience the magic of theatre in a pressure-free environment. Expect games, workshops and storytelling in this introduction to performance.
Seniors (school years: 7-9)
Wed 17 September - 03 December 5pm-6.45pm
£80 for 10 sessions
Whether you’re a budding performer or just want to try something new, our weekly sessions are a great opportunity to build friendships, confidence and the skills needed to pursue your passions in theatre and acting.
Advanced (school years: 10-13)
Wed 17 September - 03 December 7pm-9pm
£85 for 10 sessions
Sessions include drama games, improvisation, tackling exciting scripts and devising with your leader and peers. Suitable for those who want to take their acting to the next level.
If you have any queries or would like to know more about Maltings Youth Theatre, please contact Emilia, our Youth Theatre Administrator at youththeatre@farnhammaltings.com
The Snowsmith
Fri 12 - Wed 24 December (incl. relaxed and captioned performances) performance times vary / £14.50-£20
What can unite the grumpy town of Thawmor this winter? Legends tell of soft white snow that blankets the ground, and inventor Eira is determined to bring it back.
So, grab your goggles and join her madcap adventure as she battles a fearsome whale, explores an abandoned mine, and meets a herd of goats whilst finding unlikely friends in the strangest of places.
Get lost in a world of breathtaking puppetry, live songs and folk music, all led by captivating storytellers.
Farnham Maltings and Half a String are thrilled to present The Snowsmith – an original festive tale that will enthral the whole family, and answer the question: will it snow this winter?
Step into the world of Thawmor as soon as you arrive. Pick up a festive treat in the foyer, take your seat, and settle in for this special story. There will be a chance to meet the puppets after the show, and for families who want a more hands-on experience, come and join us for a puppetry workshop (p21).
For more details, please visit farnhammaltings.com/the-snowsmith
get creative
Explore our theatre and craft courses for children and young people.
farnhammaltings.com/family
After School Pottery Club Wed 17 September - 15 October
4pm-5pm / £78 for 5 sessions, 5-11 yrs
Toddlers’ Pottery Club Fri 19 September - 17 October
10.45am-11.30am / £68 for 5 sessions, 18 months-4 yrs
Halloween Soap Making Sat 25 October
10am-11.30am or 1.30pm-3pm / £25, 5+ yrs
Talking Rubbish: Junk Puppets Workshop
Mon 27 October 10am-1pm / £20, 7-11 yrs
Filmmaking: Spooky Sustainable Horror
Mon 27 October10am-5pm / £65, 11-16 yrs
Halloween Polymer Clay Jewellery Mon 27 October
10.30am-12pm / £20, 6-8 yrs; 1.30pm-3.30pm / £25, 8+ yrs
Learn to Crochet Together
Tue 28 October 10am-12pm / £76 (adult & child), 9+ yrs
3D Design & Make
Wed 29 October 10am-2pm / £65, 8-15 yrs
Artbox Mixed Media: Autumn
Thu 30 October 10.30am-2.30pm / £65, 7-16 yrs
Cupcake Decorating: Halloween Fri 31 October
10.30am-11.45am or 1.30pm-2.45pm / £17, 5-12 yrs
After School Pottery Club Wed 05 November - 03 December
4pm-5pm / £78 for 5 sessions, 5-11 yrs
Toddlers’ Pottery Club Fri 07 November - 05 December
10.45am-11.30am /£68 for 5 sessions, 18 months-4 yrs
The Snowsmith: Puppet Making Workshop
Sat 13 & Sun 14 December
1.30pm-2.30pm / £8 adult & child (£5 additional child), 4+ yrs
Cupcake Decorating: Christmas Sat 20 December
10.30am-11.45am or 1.30pm-2.45pm / £17, 5-12 yrs
The Snowsmith: Puppet Making Workshop
Sat 20 & Sun 21 December
1pm-2pm / £8 adult & child (£5 additional child), 4+ yrs
first Saturday of the month
£1 pay on the door (members & under 15s free)
Dates for autumn 2025:
• Sat 06 September
• Sat 04 October
• Sat 01 November
• Sat 06 December
craft
From expert-led courses and workshops to curated festivals showcasing highly skilled artists and makers, experience the joy of craft across our creative and engaging programme.
Discover how you can get involved at farnhammaltings.com/craft
unravel… autumn
A two-day celebration of all things yarn making, from knitting and crochet to spinning and weaving.
Fri 12 & Sat 13 September 9.30am-5pm (Fri) & 9.30am-4pm (Sat)
£10 advance (£5 18-25 yrs) / £14 on the door (under 18s free)
There’s lot to see and do for all abilities; attend a free talk or demonstration, advance your skills at one of our bookable workshops, and stock up on yarn, notions, and patterns for the winter months ahead.
@unravelfestival
unravel... autumn is a proud supporter of BIPOC in fiber
Illustrations: Lauren Marina
workshop programme
Our craft festival workshops are the perfect place to brush up on your skills or try something new. Starting from £45 (incl. complimentary same-day festival entry), you’ll enjoy supportive and engaging sessions taught by experts. Take a look at the highlights below.
Fri 12 September
10am-12pm Tapestry Crochet
10am-12pm Needle Felted Toadstool Scene
10am-12pm Rigid Heddle Weaving
11am-1pm Beginner’s Machine Knitting
1pm-3pm Circular Loom Weaving
1pm-3pm Thread Crochet Lavender Bag
1pm-4pm Introduction to Natural Dyeing
2pm-4pm Duplicate Stitch Details
Sat 13 September
10am-12pm Brioche Knitting
10am-12pm Mini Crochet Mandala
10am-12pm Yarn Tasting: Intro to Fibre
1pm-3pm Fair Isle Knitting
1pm-3pm Intarsia Colourwork Knitting
1pm-3pm Nifty Knitters: Tips & Tricks
1pm-4pm Introduction to Natural Dyeing
For more details and to view the full workshop programme and talks schedule, visit farnhammaltings.com/unravel-autumn
festival of crafts
Discover original handmade pieces from across the UK, at our annual celebration of crafts.
Sat 11 & Sun 12 October 9.30am-5pm (Sat) & 10am-4pm (Sun)
£5 advance / £8 on the door (under 18s free)
Part of October’s Farnham Craft Month, the two-day festival showcases over 90 exhibitors who have been selected for their craftsmanship and skill. Enjoy an immersive day of demonstrations, bookable workshops, and drop-in activities.
Illustrations: Lauren Marina
workshop programme
Starting from £30 (incl. complimentary same-day festival entry), explore your creative side at our craft festival workshops. Whether you’re refining your skills or diving into a new hobby for the first time, each session is led by passionate experts in a relaxed, inspiring environment.
Sat 11 October
10am-12pm Make a Rope Trivet
10am-1pm Autumn Copper Wreath
10.30am-12pm Weave a Willow Swift
1pm-2.30pm Weave a Willow Hare
1pm-4pm Make a Coiled Rope Basket
2pm-4.30pm Botanical Bundle Dyed Scarf
Sun 12 October
10am-12pm Make a Rope Trivet
10am-1pm Introduction to Lino Printing
10am-1pm Introduction to Suminagashi Ink Marbling
10.30am-12pm Weave a Willow Swift
1pm-4pm Make a Coiled Rope Basket
1.30pm-3pm Resin Dipped Flowers
For more details and to view the full workshop programme and talks schedule, visit farnhammaltings.com/foc
christmas fair
Join us for the annual christmas fair. Full of festive cheer, it’s one of Surrey’s biggest events.
Wed 19 & Thu 20 November 10am-9pm (Wed) & 10am-5pm (Thu)
£3 (under 18s free)
Visit the marketplace featuring over 140 independent stalls. From handmade gifts and crafts to delicious food and beverages, it’s the perfect place to get a head start on your Christmas shopping whilst supporting small local businesses.
Illustration: Lauren Marina
get creative autumn courses
Our creative courses are great for both experienced crafters or for those looking to learn a new skill.
Copy Your Favourite Garment
Fri 29 August - 19 September 10am-12pm / £60 for 3 sessions
Hand Built Ceramics Tue 16 September - 14 October 10.45am-12.45pm / £178 for 5 sessions
Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel Tue 16 September - 14 October 7pm-9pm / £178 for 5 sessions
Rough Draft Writers Tue 16 September - 16 December 7.30pm-9pm / £50 for 6 sessions
Sewcialise Wed 17 September - 03 December 7.30pm-9.30pm / £250 for 10 sessions
Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel
Thu 18 September - 16 October
10.45am-12.45pm / £178 for 5 sessions
Learn to Crochet Tue 23 September - 14 October
10am-12pm / £100 for 4 sessions
Weave a Willow Basket
Fri 17 & Sat 18 October / 10am-5pm / £150
Make a Perfect Fit Dress Block
Fri 24 October - 21 November
10am-12pm / £80 for 4 sessions
Learn to Crochet Tue 04 - 25 November
10am-12pm / £100 for 4 sessions
Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel
Tue 04 November - 02 December
7pm-9pm / £178 for 5 sessions
Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel
Thu 06 November - 04 December
10.45am-12.45pm / £178 for 5 sessions
Crochet Snowflake Wall Hanging
Tue 09 & 16 December
10am-12pm / £60
autumn workshops
Led by local artists and craft professionals, discover a new skill or take your crafting interest to the next level.
September
Draw & Paint Autumn Flowers
Thu 04 September
10am-12.30pm / £45
Women’s Creativity Circle:
Mindful Painting & Meditation
Thu 04 September 7pm-8.30pm / £33
Abstract Landscapes in Watercolour Sun 07 September 10am-12.30pm / £55
Introduction to Cyanotype
Sat 20 September 10am-12pm / £45
Modern Calligraphy for Beginners Sat 20 September 10am-12.30pm / £60
Portrait Painting in Oils
Sat 20 September 10.30am-4pm / £125
Alice & Ginny’s Saturday
Sewing Social
Sat 20 September 10.30am-4.30pm / £95
Introduction to Stained Glass
Fri 26 September 10.30am-4.30pm / £155
Botanical Lino Printing
Sat 27 September 10am-3.30pm / £85
Introduction to Drawn Animation Sat 27 September 10am-4pm / £85
Weave a Willow Chicken
Sat 27 September 10am-4pm / £80
Introduction to Jewellery Carving Sat 27 September 2pm-4pm / £105
October
Painting Botanical Pumpkins
Wed 01 October
10am-12.30pm / £50
Monthly Makes: Soup Bowl & Spoon Sat 04 October
10am-11am, 11.30am-12.30pm or 1pm-2pm / £12
Women’s Creativity Circle: Mindful Painting & Meditation
Thu 09 October
7pm-8.30pm / £33
Needle Felted Pheasant Fri 17 October 10am-5pm / £75
Abstract Florals in Watercolour Sat 18 October 10am-12.30pm / £55
Modern Calligraphy for Beginners Sat 18 October 10am-12.30pm / £105
Introduction to 3D Beaded Embroidery Sat 18 October 10am-1pm / £60
Needle Felted 3D Pumpkin Sat 18 October 10am-4pm / £70
Sprig Decorated Cup or Bowl Sat 18 October 10.45am-12.45pm / £45
Life Drawing Sat 18 October 10.45am-4pm / £85
Make a Crochet Pumpkin
Tue 21 October 10am-1pm / £45
Drawing with Wire: Poppy Seed Heads
Sat 25 October 10am-1pm / £50
Introduction to Lino Printing & Print Registration Sat 25 October
10am-3.30pm / £85
Arm Knit Blanket
Sat 25 October 11am-1.15pm / from £52
‘Cleo’ Knitted Bag or Knitted Cushion Sat 25 October 2pm-3.30pm / £44
November
Monthly Makes: Trinket Pot Sat 01 November
10am-11am, 11.30am-12.30pm or 1pm-2pm / £12
Weave a Willow Star Sat 01 November
10am-12.30pm or 2pm-4.30pm / £45
Drawing with Wire: Robin Sat 01 November 10am-3pm / £65
Introduction to Jewellery Carving Sat 01 November 2pm-4pm / £105
Petunia Painting in Acrylics
Thu 06 November
10am-1pm / £40
Women’s Creativity Circle:
Mindful Painting & Meditation
Thu 06 November
7pm-8.30pm / £33
Create a Chain Stitch Journal
Sat 08 November
10am-12pm / £45
Beaded Christmas Bauble
Sat 08 November
10am-12.30pm / £45
Watercolour Mandalas & Meditation Sat 08 November
10am-12.30pm / £55
Hand Embroidery: Christmas
Wreath Sat 08 November 10am-3.30pm / £95
Alice & Ginny’s Saturday
Sewing Social
Sat 08 November 10.30am-4.30pm / £95
Ceramic Cheese Platter
Sat 08 November 10.45am-12.45pm / £45
Porcelain Christmas Decorations
Fri 14 November* 7.30pm-9pm / £26
Weave a Willow Star Wed 19 November 7pm-9.30pm / £45
Introduction to Stained Glass
Fri 21 November 10.30am-4.30pm / £155
Festive Nordic Tomte Sat 22 November 9.30am-11.30am / £50
Weave a Willow Star Sat 22 November 10am12.30pm or 2pm-4.30pm / £45
Modern Calligraphy for Beginners Sun 09 November
10am-12.30pm / £60
*please see the website for additional workshop dates
Beaded Star Tree Topper
Sat 22 November
10am-1pm / £60
Lino Printed Christmas Cards
Sat 22 November 10am-3.30pm / £85
Trees in Ink & Watercolour
Sat 22 November
10am-4pm / £95
Copper Christmas Wreath
Tue 25 November 10am-1pm / £55
Weave a Willow Christmas Tree Thu 27 November 6pm-9.30pm / £50
Mini Beaded Star Decorations
Fri 28 November
10am-12.30pm / £45
Draw & Paint Sustainable
Christmas Cards
Fri 28 November 10am-1pm / £45
Needle Felted Fungi
Fri 28 November 10am-4.30pm / £65
Needle Felted 2D Robin
Sat 29 November 10am-4pm / £70
Painting Birds in Oils Sat 29 November 10.30am-4pm / £125
Arm Knit Blanket
Sat 29 November 11am-1.15pm / from £52
Christmas Stocking with Macramé Detail
Sat 29 November 2pm-4pm / £42
Weave a Willow Reindeer Sun 30 November 10am-5pm / £85
December
Women’s Creativity Circle:
Mindful Painting & Meditation
Thu 04 December
7pm-8.30pm / £33
Weave a Willow Star
Thu 04 December
7pm-9.30pm / £45
Monthly Makes: Small Mice Pie
Dish & Christmas Decorations
Sat 06 December 10am-11am, 11.30am-12.30pm or 1pm-2pm / £12
Lino Printed Christmas Tree Decorations Sat 06 December 10am-3.30pm / £95
Paint a Botanical Wooden Box
Fri 12 December
10am-1.30pm / £55
Needle Felted Festive Robin
Fri 12 December 10am-3.30pm / £60
Christmas Modern Calligraphy: Pen & Prosecco
Fri 12 December
6pm-8.30pm / £75
Christmas Modern Calligraphy for Beginners
Sat 13 December
10am-12.30pm / £60
Weave a Willow Star
Sat 13 December 10am-12.30pm or 2pm-4.30pm / £45
Needle Felted Robin Baubles
Sat 13 December 10am-4pm / £70
Porcelain Decorations & Gift Tags
Sat 13 December 10.45am-12.45pm / £45
Mindful Painting & Meditation for Winter Solstice Sat 20 December 10am-12.30pm / £55
maltings stores
A destination for handmade crafts, showcasing a variety of work produced by local artists and makers.
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm & Sat 9am-3pm
new benefits for 2025 maltings membership
Join online or at box office from only £3 per month!
membership benefits:
Priority booking for craft workshops
Invites to exclusive member events
• Discounts on film, theatre, and monthly comedy clubs
• Priority booking for selected live performances
• 10% discount at the foyer bar, riverside café and maltings stores
• Free entry to the maltings monthly market
Single: £36 per year Joint: £60 per year
Becoming a maltings member offers you a range of exciting benefits to enjoy throughout the year. It also provides us with the vital support needed as a not-for-profit charity to continue to grow and develop as a vibrant creative arts organisation.
Discover more about membership and how your support can make a difference: farnhammaltings.com/support
museum of farnham
38 West Street
Opening Times: Wednesday to Saturday, 10am-4pm (except bank holidays and Christmas)
@museumoffarnham
With repair work now underway on our front façade, the museum team are making exciting plans for our future. But in the meantime, it’s business as usual with a range of events and exhibitions which celebrate the history and culture of our town.
This autumn marks the start of our Willmer House Community Engagement programme, a series of fun, free and accessible events, exhibitions and activities themed around our current restoration project. We hope you’ll come along and discover what makes our Grade I listed building so special.
If you can, please sign up for the Maltings newsletter and follow us on socials for more updates. We are excited about the future of the museum and we thank you for your continued support as we move forwards.
We hope to see you all soon.
Lauren, Emily, Clare, and the Volunteer Team
Support the Museum MEND Project
The restoration of the front façade of Willmer House is now underway. You can find updates on this, and how you can support the project, at museumoffarnham.com or by visiting the museum.
New Exhibition
The Jewel of our Collection: The Restoration of Willmer House closes Sat 29 August 2026
Learn about the significance of our 300 year old Grade I Georgian townhouse through a display of the tools, materials and techniques required for its preservation.
Willmer House Family Day
Sat 13 September
10am-4pm / free
A day of free, fun, and accessible activities themed around Willmer House, its occupants, and construction. Meet the people who once lived and worked here, carve a brick and enjoy some themed crafts and activities. All welcome.
Willmer House Building Tours
Sat 13 September, 11 October, 08 November & 13 December
11am-12pm / free
Wondering what defines a Georgian townhouse? Jump back in time to 1718 and join us on a tour of Willmer House, exploring the unique features of our Grade I listed building.
Willmer House Conservation Day
Sat 04 October
10am-4pm / free
Meet the conservators behind our Grade I listed Georgian townhouse restoration. Learn how a gauged brick is ‘cut and rubbed’ to shape, how lime mortars are made and how historic joinery is traditionally repaired. All welome.
Heritage Crafts: Spin & Weave
Sat 25 October
11am-12pm, 12.45pm-1.45pm or 2pm-3pm / £10
(£6 under 18s) per session
Connect with the historical tradition of spinning and weaving at one of our taster sessions. Transform sheep fleece into beautiful yarn using a drop spindle or try weaving your own miniature wall hanging. For ages 7+ yrs.
Crafty Kids: Half Term
Wed 29 & Thu 30 October
10.30am-12.30pm
£4.75 per child
Get creative this half term with our fun and messy drop-in craft sessions. All materials are provided and there’s no clearing up to do! For ages 3-7 yrs.
A Traditional Christmas Sat 29 & Sun 30 November
10.30am-3.30pm
£13.50 child, £3.50 adult
The magic of Christmas returns to the museum! Meet Father Christmas and get a present, make reindeer food with Mrs Christmas, create some festive crafts and learn about Christmas traditions throughout history. For ages 2+ yrs.
Exhibition: Greetings from Farnham! Postcards Through Time closes Sat 13 December 10am-4pm / free
Discover 20th century Farnham including Farnham Castle, Waverley Abbey, Frensham, and Wrecclesham through our impressive postcard collection. There will also be the opportunity to design your own postcard in our craft activity area.
community events
The Maltings plays host to a number of community groups who use our building as their home throughout the year. Discover this season’s regular courses, workshops and events.
Organised in partnership with Farnham Maltings
Singing for the Mind Mondays
1.30pm (refreshments), singing hour 2pm-3pm / £5 per session (carers free)
A lively musical hour for people living with dementia and their carers. A chance to share memories and a love of songs in a friendly and welcoming environment. Supported by Right at Home GF.
Games Night Mon 08 & 22 September, 13 & 27 October, 10 & 24 November & 08 December
7pm-9.30pm / £5 per session
Try out new games or play old favourites. Come by yourself or with friends to join a fun and relaxed evening including traditional and modern board games. For ages 14+.
Adult Acting Company from Mon 08 September
7.30pm-9pm / £6.50 per session
Led by professional actors, the fortnightly classes are designed to help you develop a ‘toolkit’ of different techniques and approaches when working with text or devising. All levels of experience welcome!
Nimble Fingers
Tuesdays 10.30am-12.30pm / free
A sociable drop-in group for advanced knitters to those who are not even sure what a crochet hook is. Bring your own project or use one of the sample patterns provided.
The Farnham Creatives’ Network Tue 09 September, 07 October & 25 November 7pm-9pm / free, no booking required
A friendly social group providing local creatives with an opportunity to meet in a relaxed setting. Enjoy getting to know each other over a drink, whilst sharing ideas and experiences.
Friends Together Bereavement Support
Mondays 3pm (2nd & 4th of the month)
& 7pm (1st & 3rd of the month)
Supporting those who are bereaved, through the difficult days, weeks, months and years. Meet others for a chat over a cup of tea at the informal get-togethers.
Farnham Youth Dance Company Mondays (term-time only) 5pm-6.30pm / £10 per session (paying weekly) or £8 per session (paying termly)
An inclusive and supportive community of young people aged 14+. Classes focus on developing dance skills, exploration and choreography with opportunities to perform. Contact admin@stopgapdance.com to register.
Farnham Youth Choir Rehearsals
Wednesdays (term-time only)
5.15pm-6.15pm (training choir), 5.15pm-6.45pm (junior choir), 5.15pm-7pm (senior choir)
Places are available in all three FYC choirs for children in school years two and above. Find out more and sign up for a free open rehearsal at fyc.org.uk/joinus
Full Circle Vocal Group Wednesdays (term-time only) 7.30pm-9pm / £60 per term
A friendly four-part mixed harmony choir where music and community go hand in hand. We sing pop songs, socialise, perform at festivals and enjoy pre-choir coffees! All welcome.
Action for Carers Surrey: Drop-In Carers Hub
1st Friday of the month 10am-2.30pm / free
Drop-in session for unpaid carers to get advice, information and support on everything related to caring; with regular events including support groups, talks and wellbeing activities.
Farnham u3a from Mon 01 September various groups / £50 yearly membership
Live, laugh, learn. With a diverse collection of over 100 groups and currently 1450 members, Farnham u3a’s emphasis is on companionship, friendship, learning and wellbeing for all.
Fleetwood Bac
Fri 05 September 7.30pm / £23
Fleetwood Bac perform The Greatest Hits Of Fleetwood Mac. Join us and hear all your favourite tunes including Go Your Own Way, Don’t Stop, Rhiannon, Dreams, The Chain and more! For ages 14+.
Surrey Symphonic Wind Band
Sun 07 September 3pm / £18 (£12 under 15s)
The Surrey Symphonic Wind Band charity concert will include a variety of music including The Wasps Overture, Shirley Bassey Showcase, Robin Hood Prince of Thieves, 76 Trombones and more. The programme will also feature soloists from within the band.
Screenwriting Workshop
Mon 08 September - 27 October 6.30pm-8.30pm / £400 for 8 sessions
If you have ever wanted to write a screenplay but didn’t know how, this course is for you. From log lines to character creation, pitch to plot, this has it all. For ages 16+.
Thrive Youth Dance Company (term-time only) from Tue 09 September 5pm-6.30pm / free
The company provides a nurturing learning environment for vulnerable young people aged 14+ to flourish by using physical dance training and creative dance as a tool to develop key life skills. Email thriveydc@gmail.com to find out more.
Heritage Open Days
Mon 15 September 10am & 11.30am / free
Enjoy free talks inspired by this year’s theme of Architecture. Yolanda Hess will discuss The Geometry That Lies Behind Architecture (10am) and Noel Moss will present The Architecture of South Farnham Created by People and Animals
Demeric
School of Dance: Adults from Mon 15 September (term-time only)
various times & prices
Adult ballet, tap and contemporary classes. Suitable for those with a serious interest in dance or just for fun and exercise. Find out more at demericdance.co.uk
Demeric School of Dance: Young People from Mon 15 September (term-time only)
various times & prices (free trial class)
Ballet, tap, modern, acro, contemporary and street dance classes for children aged 2+ up to advanced student level. For those with a serious interest in dance as a career or just for fun and exercise. Find out more at demericdance.co.uk
Heritage Open Days
Tue 16 September 10am & 11.30am / free
Enjoy free talks inspired by this year’s theme of Architecture. Peter Bridgeman will present Trees in Towns (10am) and Michael Blower MBE will take the audience on a ‘virtual walk’ to understand The Architecture of Castle Street (11.30am).
The Arts Society Farnham Tue 16 September, 21 October, 18 November & 16 December
10.30am-11.30am / free for society members, £7 guests
The Arts Society Farnham presents monthly lectures on all aspects of the Arts as well as opportunities to volunteer within Heritage Conservation, Young Arts and Church Recording. For more information, contact publicitytasfarnham@gmail.com
Next Adventures: Dance Workshops for Over 55s
Wed 17 September, 15 October, 12 November & 10 December 11.30am-1.30pm or 2pm-4pm
£12 per session
Aimed at those over 55, delve into the choreography from Matthew Bourne’s iconic dance-theatre shows. These monthly workshops offer a chance to get your body moving.
Ukulele Workshops
Thu 18 September - 11 December
Beginners: 10am-11.30am / £150 for 12 sessions
Improvers: 11.30am-1pm / £12 per session
Beginners: learn to play your favourite songs in no time. For what you need to start, call Andy on 07771 510823. Improvers: for those who can play the basics and want to join a friendly, fun group.
Vintage Fashion Fair
Sat 20 September 10am-4pm / £3 (under 16s free)
Shop at Surrey’s leading specialist vintage fashion fair featuring original vintage fashion, accessories and textiles from the Victorian era through to the 1990s. For all the latest event news follow @vintagefashionfairfarnham on Instagram.
Be Kind to Your Mind
Sat 20 September 10.30am-1pm / £25
Discover calm, build inner protection, and nourish your mind through meditation. This course is designed to help you reset and return to daily life feeling re-energised, inspired, and more balanced.
Prestige Wedding Fair
Sun 21 September 11am-3.30pm / free
The Prestige Wedding Fair showcases around 50 local wedding suppliers offering the best local wedding services; from bridal wear and florists to wedding venues, cakes, menswear and so much more.
Kids’ Symphonic Sundays
Sun 05 October, 23 November & 14 December
10am / £8
Bring your family to hear professional musicians give a monthly introduction to the instruments of the orchestra. Educational musical fun for pre-school and primary aged kids and their grown-ups!
Rowlandsons Jewellery Buying Event
Sat 18 October 9am-5pm / free
Have you got any inherited or unwanted jewellery? Have you thought about selling it or having it redesigned? You can discuss your ideas with Rowlandson’s jewellers. They also buy gold and silver coins.
Cards for Good Causes
Mon 20 October - Tue 23 December
Support over 40 charities this Christmas by shopping festive card packs and gifts. Discover a wide range of designs perfect for the season. Shop early for the best selection!
Musical Memories
Sat 25 October 2pm / £15 (incl. carer)
Join In Accord and the Right at Home Singing For The Mind community groups for an afternoon of music and fun! Musical Memories is a dementia-friendly event, offering the perfect opportunity to reminisce among family and friends.
Farnham Record Fair
Sun 26 October 10am-3.30pm / free
Love vinyl records? This is the event for you! Browse over 40,000 records from the UK’s top record dealers. Featuring a massive selection of bargains, rarities, classics, new releases, and much more. For more information, please email info@farnhamrecordfair.com
Waverley Singers Opera Gala
Sun 26 October 6pm / from £18
An exciting evening of your favourite choruses and arias from the world of opera, with the Waverley Singers, guest soloists, and Jakob Rothoff on the piano, conducted by Richard Pearce. Tickets available to purchase from ticketsource.co.uk/waverleysingers
Introduction to Reading Music for Community Choir Singers
Sat 08 November 10am-1pm / £55
A friendly workshop for choir singers new to reading music. Learn to navigate sheet music, understand repeat marks, follow lyrics with confidence, and make sense of common music jargon.
Art in Clay Farnham Sat 15 & Sun 16 November 10am-5pm (Sat) & 10am-4.30pm (Sun) / £6.50
(£5 conc., under 16s free)
Art in Clay Farnham showcases some of the finest ceramics currently being made in the UK and Europe. Over 80 makers will be exhibiting their work in November, a perfect time to purchase beautiful, unique Christmas gifts.
Vintage Fashion Fair
Sat 22 November 10am-4pm / £3 (under 16s free)
Shop at Surrey’s leading specialist vintage fashion fair featuring original vintage fashion, accessories and textiles from the Victorian era through to the 1990s. For all the latest event news follow @vintagefashionfairfarnham on Instagram.
Calm & Confident: Daily Meditation Practices for Positive Thinking
Sat 22 November 10.30am-1pm / £25
Learn practical techniques to calm the mind, embrace positive thinking, release stress and feel more centred and empowered in everyday life.
G2 Definitive Genesis
Sat 22 November 7.30pm / £28 (£25 conc.)
G2 are currently celebrating their 25th anniversary year of playing classic 1970s Genesis. G2 pay tribute to a vintage period in Genesis’ long and colourful history, the four-man Seconds Out era, and earlier Gabriel years.
support us
‘A thriving and vibrant cultural hub for the community’ Maltings member 2024
‘A Cultural Colossus’ The Sunday Times 2024
Whether it’s theatre, music, comedy and film or attending one of our craft festivals, the monthly market or a creative workshop, there really is something for everyone to enjoy at Farnham Maltings.
We passionately believe that arts and culture can have a huge and meaningful impact on people’s lives. Our mission is bringing artists and makers and communities together to improve the quality of people’s lives. The Maltings is a registered charity and we rely heavily on the generosity of our donors, funders and volunteers to support our mission. Please show your passion and support for the arts, make a difference today and for future generations by making a one-off donation, becoming a member or Patron, buying a ticket at the box office, advertising your business in our brochure or leaving a legacy gift in your will.
Thank you for your support.
farnhammaltings.com/support
box office
Tickets can be booked online at farnhammaltings.com, by calling 01252 745444 or in person at the box office
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm & Sat 9am-3pm
Farnham Maltings
Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey
GU9 7QR
Sat nav:
Red Lion Lane, GU9 7QN
The Maltings is in the centre of Farnham, a five-minute walk from Farnham Station, which offers direct trains to and from London Waterloo, Guildford and Alton.
We have a pay and display car park on site with eight bays for Blue Badge holders.
admin fee
A £2 fee will be applied to all transactions online and via the box office (regardless of how many tickets are booked).
maltings stores
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm & Sat 9am-3pm
foyer bar
Mon-Sat 9am-4pm
riverside café
Tue-Sat 9.30am-3pm (lunch served 11.30am-2.30pm)
access
We are committed to welcoming everyone to our vibrant building. We aim to do so in the following ways:
· access via lifts and stairs
· accessible toilets
· free parking for Blue Badge holders
· relaxed performances and screenings
· free tickets for carers/personal assistants
· welcome Registered Assistance Dogs
· online visual story
· Hearing Induction Loop and captioned films
· dementia-friendly activities
· family-friendly events
· friendly and welcoming staff
Find out more from our box office or visit: farnhammaltings.com/access
Whilst we have done our utmost to ensure the accuracy of this brochure at the time of print, please be aware that alterations to programming may occur.
eat & drink
Relax and enjoy homemade lunches, hearty soups, fresh pastries, seasonal main dishes and freshly roasted artisan coffee.
Take the drama out of deciding where to dine and join us in the riverside café for a delicious one or two course meal before a live show or screening.
farnhammaltings.com/dining
