What’s on

Regular Dates

CLT

Compton Little Theatre (CLT) Dinner & Drama. Thursday 8 to Saturday 10 October, Compton Village Hall. We are delighted to present “A Ballyhoo in Blighty” - four fantastic, funny, one-act comedies by Andrew Biss. Don’t miss the chance to see these clever vignettes brought to life by our wonderful cast under the expert direction of Noel Ruddy. Tickets are £24 and include a two-course supper. Doors open 6.45pm, dinner 7.15pm, curtain up 8.15pm. The Box Office is now open: www.ticketsource.com/clt or scan the QR code.

CLT summer 2027 production. Do you have an idea for a production for May/June 2027 and ideally one you’d like to direct? Following on from the success of our rehearsed reading of “Labour of Love”, we are looking for suggestions for next year. All ideas and formats welcome. This is a great opportunity for people who have never directed before. We can provide plenty of support for new directors, including insights from an experienced production team. Please email committee@comptonlittletheatre.org.uk for more information and to share your idea. Deadline for submissions is 31 October 2026.

Compton Club

Compton Club’s forthcoming events. Popular local band The Farleys is playing at the Club on Saturday 3 October. Doors open from 7pm and the band is on from 8:30pm.

Future events include Halloween Party on Friday 31 October— Club AGM on Friday 4 December — Christmas Party on Saturday 5 December.

As a reminder, Women Who W(h)ine (WWW) meet-up dates for the rest of 2026 are: Thursdays, 28 May, 16 July, 17 September, 19 November and 14 January 2027, from 7pm. If you know of anyone else who might like to join, please do ask them and let Jane Turner know so they can be added to the list at janewturner@mac.com.

Les Amitiés Françaises

Les Amitiés Françaises’ next talk is titled Bordeaux: hier et aujourd’hui. Thursday 17 September, 7.30pm. Wilfrid Noyce Centre, Oglethorpe Hall, Crown Court Car Park, Godalming, GU7 1DY. For an overview of the talk (in French), visit www.amitiesfrancaisesgodalming.com.

Sew like a pro

Does your home need a little something to perk it up? Next Sew like a Pro courses start in September. I will show you how to make fabulous curtains, blinds and cushions! Why not see what you can achieve with a little encouragement in a small, friendly and supportive group of enthusiastic sewers. If you can use a sewing machine but don’t own one, don’t worry as I can provide these for the sessions. Students will need to supply their own fabric and materials.

- Evening classes: 6pm-9pm, Tuesdays, with the first starting on Tuesday 1 September for four weeks. £130.

- Morning classes: 10am-1pm, Thursdays, with the first starting on Thursday 3 September for five weeks. £160.

- I am also running a one-day workshop on Saturday 12 September to make pleated French drum lamp shades. The day will run from 10am-5pm and will include refreshments, a light lunch and all base materials. You will only need to supply one metre of your chosen covering fabric and optional trimming. The cost for the workshop is £165. All classes are held at Compton Village Hall, where there is free parking. Give it a try, you might be surprised what you can do! For further information, contact Michelle at michellecalvert58@gmail.com or sewlikeapro58@gmail.com.

Godalming Museum

Godalming Museum exhibitions & events in September Godalming in Miniature, an exhibition of oil paintings of Godalming in miniature, is presented by local artist, inventor and musician Kevin Gorton. It closes on Saturday 26 September. The Great Godalming Quiz-Off. Friday 18 September 6.30pm at the Wilfrid Noyce Community Centre,

Godalming GU7 1DY. Come alone or with friends and test your general knowledge. Bring your own drinks and nibbles and have a fun evening. All proceeds go to Godalming Museum. £10 per person. Contact the museum to book your team. Godalming Museum is open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm. www.godalmingmuseum.co.uk / 01483 426510.

Godalming Probus Club

Probus Club of Godalming meets monthly in Godalming for a lunch followed by a speaker. The Club’s next lunch for members will be on Friday 2 October. The speaker, Ian Arthur, will recount anecdotes from the life of a police firearms officer. The Club also meets every month in a local pub for coffee and a chat. It organises walking, pétanque and 10-pin bowling groupsas well as a Christmas lunch. Visit www.godalmingprobus.com or e-mail the Secretary at pcgcommittee@gmail.com.

Milford Probus

After lunch on Friday 18 September members of Milford Probus Club and visitors (always welcome) will learn the story of a successful escape from the Titanic as it sank on 15 April, 1912. Angela Young’s talk is about the “Titanic Papers”, found when her great-grandmother, Noël Rothes (Countess of Rothes), died in 1956. Rothes (the aristocrat) and Thomas Jones (the able seaman) were in the same lifeboat and helped at least 25 others to survive. The Countess became a celebrated Titanic heroine for taking the helm of the lifeboat and steering it overnight. The papers include letters by Jones, newspaper cuttings, memorabilia and evidence given to inquiries into the disaster. Angela weaves a fascinating story from these. Lunch and talk are just £34. Lunch is at 12.30pm (pre-lunch drinks from 12pm). Godalming Masonic Hall, GU7 1RQ. Visit www.milfordprobus.com or book lunch (book eight days before) with Miranda O’Brien: miranda.obrien@btinternet.com / 01483 423398.

St Nicholas Church - September

Muddy Church. A space for all for wandering & wondering with God, for all the family, on the first Sunday of each month in term time. Restarts Sunday 6 September.
Fledglings. Out toddler group meets at Pucks Oak Barn on Monday mornings from 9am in term time. Contact fledglingscompton@gmail.com. Restarts Monday 7 September.

Inside Out meets Saturday 5 September, 10am-12 noon to keep the church & churchyard looking good. Just turn up or contact wardens@stnicholascompton.org.

Bell Ringing. Sunday service ringing 9.50am-10.30am (1st Sunday only 5.30pm-6pm). Bell ringing practice alternate Tuesdays, 10am-12pm. Practice sessions can also be arranged at other times to suit those who cannot manage a weekday morning. Contact phil.gorton@btinternet.com.

Baptisms, Weddings & Funerals. Please contact our Rector Sally if you would like to mark a family milestone at St Nicholas. If you would like someone to pray for you or with you, please contact our Rector Sally at rstnicholascompton.rector@gmail.com Confidences will be respected.

Visit our website for full details of upcoming services & events: stnicholascompton.org.

Conservatoire Concerts

Conservatoire Concerts is hosting its Rising Stars concert on Saturday September 12 at 7pm, Godalming Baptist Church GU7 1BA. The concert features students from the Purcell School for Young Musicians, including Luca Boston (piano), Emily Carrington (oboe), Khanui Erdenebat (violin) and Tristan Hermanto (piano). Programme includes music by composers Chopin, Debussy and Franck. For programme details and to book, visit www.conservatoireconcerts.org.uk

Godalming Choral Society

Godalming Choral Society is seeking new members. You are welcome to come to our Open Evening on Tuesday 15 September at 7.20pm at the Wilfrid Noyce Community Centre, Godalming GU7 1DY. Contact our membership secretary Pauline at p.powlesland@btinternet.com if you are interested in joining the choir.

Watts Gallery - Dates for your diary

Watts Gallery is now six open days a week, including Tuesdays, until 27 October. Future changes to opening times will be updated in the Compton News and on this website.

• With the summer holidays coming to an end, September brings a last chance to catch “Beyond Strawberry Thief” before it closes on Sunday 13 September. The exhibition showcases around 35 vibrant nature paintings by Guildford-based artist Rosalinda Kightley in Watts Contemporary Gallery. Don't miss this colourful response to the ideas of William Morris.

• The Art of Wallpaper: Morris & Co is our major exhibition celebrating William Morris, one of Britain’s most influential designers, which runs until Sunday 10 January 2027. If you can't make it to Compton in person, a new online talks series exploring the exhibition begins on Tuesday 8 September.

• Watts Gallery is taking part in Heritage Open Days this month, providing free entry across two weekends: 12 and 13, then 19 and 20 September. It's a wonderful, no-cost way to explore the Historic Galleries, Limnerslease and Watts Chapel at your own pace, so do come and discover (or rediscover) what's on your doorstep.

• For anyone wanting to be creative:

- There's a Morris-inspired collage workshop, Pattern & Nature, on Saturday 12 September.

- The monthly Inspired at Watts artist-led session returns on Sunday 20 September.

- For a look behind the scenes, our Collections Curator's tour starts up again on Thursday 24 September.

- Rounding off the month, artist Freddie Yauner joins us on Sunday 26 September for Mirroring Nature, bringing his mir- rored masks to the grounds for a fresh way of looking at the natural world.

• There's plenty for younger visitors too. Watts Tots, our session for little ones, returns on Friday 4 September, with more sessions through to December. Our weekly Clay Club also continues throughout the month for budding young potters.

• Our monthly "pay if and what you can" day falls on Wednesday 2 September.

• Compton residents get 50% off admission! Valid with a proof of address.
  Check the website for details of events. For more information and to book tickets:wattsgallery.org.uk/whats-on

Steve Waterman
Thursday 3, 8pm

Trumpeter Steve Waterman’s Octet celebrates the music of Miles Davis - one of the most iconic and influential figures in the history of jazz. Featuring Alan Barnes (alto sax), Dave O’Higgins (tenor sax), Karen Sharp (baritone sax), Mark Nightingale (trombone), Gareth Williams (piano), Marianne Windham (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums).

Guildford Pavilion, Woodbridge Road, GU1 4RP

The Mantecas
Saturday 5, 5pm

The Mantecas are a London-based, Salsa, Latin Jazz and Boogaloo band known for filling dance floors wherever they play. From Glastonbury to The Jazz Café, they’ve built a reputa- tion for high-energy performances that blend infectious Afro- Latin rhythms, punchy brass and irresistible grooves. Featuring Cuban flutist and singer Ludys Hernandez. Bring a picnic and get ready to party!

Guildford Castle, Castle Street, GU1 3UW

Lunchtime Jazz
Monday 7, 2pm

Saxophonist Alan Barnes and pianist Dave Newton have been playing duets together for decades, displaying an unrivalled musical empathy that can only come with long experience.

Guildford Institute, Ward Street, GU1 4LH

Dele Sosimi
Friday 11, 8pm

Dele Sosimihas been at the heart of the global Afrobeat scene for over 40 years, blending funk grooves, traditional Nigerian music, African percussion and an underlying sense of jazz. Plus support act The Joe Garland Band.

The Boileroom, Stoke Fields, GU1 4LS

For further information visit www.guildfordjazz.org.uk