Visit the medieval graffiti found at Bodiam Castle with Nathalie Cohen of the National Trust. Full details to be confirmed so contact the Events Officer of CBA South East at:

events@cbasouth-east.org

Flint Knapping, making Stone Age Tools. £15 per child, pre-booking essential. An afternoon session 2pm-3.30pm is also available.

Contact Bourne Hall Museum for details.

Other Easter sessions: 6th April, An Audience with Henry VIII

                                               8th April, Titanic

                                               12th April, Gladiator School

                                               20th May, Echoes of the Past

As part of the Herald of Spring event local schools and youth groups are invited to enter our Scarecrow Competition on the theme of Magic.

Details are on the attached pdf.

 The dreaded word 'highwayman' was first used in 1617. These robbers operated in Britain until the early 19th century and were the scourge of the roads. Meet a highwayman evading the law and hear their side of the story. Many came to a horrible end - including one from Epsom.

Details are on the attached pdf.

The society librarian will be holding an Open Day at the new premises for members to view the new arrangements and familiarise themselves with the location. Parking is limited around the village but public transport is available between Redhill and Guildford. Refreshments will be available and the Abinger tea rooms will be open. Please ring the office on 01483 532454 or the research centre at 01306 731275 to confirm attendance.

As the sandbags were piled high, barrage balloons filled the air and the children were evacuated, Britain made ready to do battle on the Home Front. Find out how people defended their families, community and town during the dark days of WW2.

£5 per child plus 1 accompanying adult.

More details from: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

Or from the website: www.epsomandewellhistoryexplorer.org.uk

Discover what happened when Guy Fawkes tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament. Probably in March 1605, the conspirators hired a cellar beneath Parliament.

Discover the worst jobs for children during the Victorian period!   Many Victorian children were poor and worked to help their families. Few people thought this strange or cruel. Families got no money unless they worked, and most people thought work was good for children.

Horrible Halloween

Ewell Walk On the Dark Side

Thursday 27 October 2pm to 3.30pm

Monday 31 October 7.30pm - 9pm

Tuesday 1 November 7.30pm - 9pm

Discover Ewell’s dark past and remember the tales that some would rather forget.  Learn about the terrible exploding gunpowder mills and visit the graveyard of St Mary’s where the victims rest in peace. 

The Surrey Hills Wood Fair returns for the 7th year. Each year it gets bigger and better yet retains the traditional charm of a rural day out. Discover interesting stalls and great local produce. There is a big focus on family activities and children under 12 go free. A discounted rate of £7.50 is available if booked in advance (£10 at the gate). Dogs on leads are welcome and parking is free.

Check all details on: www.surreyhillswoodfair.co.uk