Join us for an evening of networking & celebrating the launch of Surrey Artists Open Studios 2025 at New House Art Space in Guildford.

From 6–8pm, we’ll be hosting a drinks reception where you can mingle, network, and connect with fellow artists and creatives. Grab a drink and meet makers from all over Surrey while also enjoying the New House Resident's Summer showcase.

Step away from the screen and into the moment

Looking for a peaceful space to get inspired and let your creativity flow? Join us for The Unplugged Club, a monthly gathering where we unplug from the digital world and reconnect with our creativity and each other.

The Unplugged Club is our signature screen-free meetup where creatives gather to make, share, and connect—with no phones, no distractions, and all the vibes.

Bring a project, an open mind, and join us for real conversations and communal creativity.

What to Expect:

• Creative Kick-off: Art, Themes & Connection
  Ease into the session with your own creative project—collaging, sketching, journaling, poetry, painting, whatever you like. We'll offer gentle, nature-inspired prompts to guide reflection and inspiration.
• Chill & Chat: Icebreakers & Social Vibes
  In the second half, we’ll shift into relaxed conversation with the help of icebreaker cards—perfect for sparking open, authentic connection with like-minded people.

🌿 Create, Connect, and Unwind 🌿

· No experience needed—just curiosity, openness, and respect for others.

Join Christine for another series of Tarot workshops focused on playing, talking and learning about all-things-tarot. Free for all.

“My name is Christine, I'm a professional tarot reader and will be facilitating the workshop. No prior-knowledge needed, there will be folks with a range of experience levels present. I will come with a topic for discussion, but mainly this will be a space to meet other tarot-interested folks, practice reading cards and exchange tips!”

Don’t worry if you don’t have a deck, Christine will have a handful with her for people to work with... but if you do have your own, please bring it as there may not be enough for everyone.

For any queries, event bookings or private tarot readings, please email [email protected]

Come and join our fun, queer 18+ life drawing classes from 7-8.30pm, featuring LGBTQ+ models!

Basic materials will be provided (such as paper, clipboards, pencils, pastels etc) but bringing your own is encouraged.

W e will begin with an intro to the space and the model, I will explain the prompts/techniques to try, give you some guidance and we'll get into the creating! We will have a short break mid way and also time for sharing and socialising at the end.

The class is open to all abilities (even if you think you can’t draw - you CAN!) and our aim is to create a brave and vulnerable space for us to connect and enjoy the creative process together.

For more info or any questions please email [email protected]

Hey there pilgrim - are you a wrangler of words, looking to put some muscle into your writerly hustle?

We’re creating an inclusive space for writers, to talk all things writing and books, with small feedback groups for the brave. Cool your heels with a cup of coffee from Frida’s Coffee House, and whether you’re working on a novel, a dissertation or a game narrative - we want to meet you! Free for all, no commitment, just a darn’ good time!

Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or a fierce ally, this space is all about vibing over a hot drink, making new connections, and diving deep into Guildford’s queer scene. It's a chance to share stories, lift each other up, and shape a community that’s as inclusive as it is dynamic. Grab a coffee, come as you are, and let's talk, connect, and grow together.

Your local group of friendly queers who like talking books! We meet on the first Tuesday of the month. Established 2019

Join us for our May meeting where we will be reading and discussing Chain-Gang All Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah.

As always, new members are welcome and if you have not finished the book, you can still come along and take part in the discussion! If you have any questions about the book or the group, please drop us a message, or join our WhatsApp group - link in our instagram bio.

Any questions regarding the book club or what we are reading, get in touch, and new members are always welcome!

Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, this event is the perfect opportunity to unleash your inner artist while sipping on a delicious cup of joe.

Year 1 BA Fine Art and Photography will he holding their end of year exhibition ‘eh.vree.bo.dee’.

There is a Private View for artists, friends and family on Weds 14th May 5 - 8pm – please do join us to raise a glass and see what the students been up to over the past few months!

Show runs from Weds 14th – Sun 18th May (Weds - Fri 8am-6pm + Sat - Sun 10am - 4pm).