At Fun & Play, we love sharing the best things to do in Surrey this week commencing 1 September 2025. Whether you’re looking for creative crafts, outdoor adventures, theatre shows or SEND-inclusive activities, there’s plenty going on for families with children of all ages. Here’s our hand-picked guide for the week ahead. 🌟
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Theatre and Storytelling Magic 🎭
MS Rachel – Fun for Little Ones, Leatherhead
📅 Friday 5 September – 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
📍 The Leatherhead Theatre
Ages: 0–5 years
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The hugely popular MS Rachel YouTube sensation comes to life in Leatherhead! Expect puppetry, catchy songs, audience participation and movement games designed to support early years learning. Relaxed performance with buggy parking available.
Tots Tales at West Horsley Place
📅 Wednesdays, 3 September – 22 October – 10:00 am (45 mins)
📍 West Horsley Place, Leatherhead
Ages: 0–4 years
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Gentle storytelling and craft sessions set inside a historic manor. Perfect for curious toddlers and preschoolers who love songs, movement and hands-on play in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
Outdoor Trails and Garden Adventures 🌿
Peter Rabbit™ and Friends, Hampton Court Palace
📅 Until 7 September – daily 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
📍 Hampton Court Palace Gardens
All ages
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Join Peter Rabbit and his friends on a self-guided trail through the palace gardens. A playful way for children to hop, skip and explore nature while enjoying Beatrix Potter’s beloved tales. Buggy-friendly paths and picnic spots available.
Summer of Play at Frensham
📅 Weekends until 7 September – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
📍 Frensham Little Pond
All ages
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Enjoy free-play outdoor games by the pond, with sports equipment, family challenges and plenty of space to relax with a picnic.
Wisley Flower Show at RHS Garden Wisley
📅 2–7 September – 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (weekdays), 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (Sat), 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (Sun)
📍 RHS Garden Wisley, Woking
All ages
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Late-summer blooms, nursery displays, expert advice and plenty of family-friendly space to explore at one of Surrey’s most loved gardens.
Festivals and Special Days 🎉
Cranleigh Fire Station Open Day
📅 Saturday 6 September – 10:00 am to 3:00 pm (10:00–11:00 am SEND only)
📍 Cranleigh Fire Station
All ages – Free entry
Event Page
Meet firefighters, explore engines and enjoy safety demos. SEND visitors can enjoy a dedicated calm hour before general entry.
Japanese Day at Brooklands Museum
📅 Sunday 7 September – 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
📍 Brooklands Museum, Weybridge
All ages
Event Page
Celebrate Japanese cars, bikes and culture, with access to Brooklands’ wider aviation and motoring collections.
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Creative Play and Music Sessions 🎨🎶
Junk Modelling at Weybridge Library
📅 Saturday 6 September – 2:30 pm
📍 Weybridge Library
Ages: 2–6 years – £1 per child
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A drop-in craft session using recycled materials. Perfect for little makers!
Piccolo Family Club, Weybridge – Weekly Fun
- Wheely Fun Club – Monday 1 September – 9:30 & 11:00 am, ages 1–6 years
- Baby & Junior Jammers – Thursday 4 September – 10:30 am, ages 8 months–5 years
- Mama Jammers (Ukulele) – Thursday 4 September – 11:30 am, ages 0–2 years
Play with Hot Wheels, enjoy live music sessions, or try ukulele as a mum-and-baby activity.
Train Lovers 🚂
Trainmaster Surrey – Farnham
📅 Tuesday 2 September
📍 St George’s Church, Badshot Lea
Ages: 18 months–6 years
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Trainmaster Surrey – Molesey
📅 Sunday 7 September
📍 Vine Hall, Molesey
Ages: 18 months–6 years
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Massive layouts, electric ride-ons and plenty of tracks. Heaven for train fans!
SEND-Inclusive Fun 🌈
Shepperton Splash – Sensory Swimming
📅 Mondays until 8 September – 11:00 am
📍 Shepperton Splash
Ages: 6+ – £18 per session, carers go free
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A calm and supportive swimming session designed especially for children with sensory needs.
FAQs – Things to do in Surrey this week commencing 1 September 2025 ❓
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Do I need to book in advance?
Yes, booking is recommended for popular sessions like MS Rachel, Piccolo Family Club classes, and Trainmaster Surrey. Others, such as Junk Modelling at Weybridge Library, are drop-in.
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Are there free events?
Absolutely! Cranleigh Fire Station Open Day is free, and some trails are included with general admission at venues like Hampton Court Palace.
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Are there SEND-friendly things to do this week?
Yes. Shepperton Splash sensory sessions and the SEND hour at Cranleigh Fire Station make brilliant inclusive options.
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✨ That’s our round-up of things to do in Surrey this week commencing 1 September 2025. Whether you’re after outdoor adventures, creative crafts, or inclusive play, there’s something special happening near you.
From all of us at Fun & Play, have a fantastic week exploring Surrey with your family! 🌈
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