Please join us for our September lunchtime concert at St John's, Wimbledon with Naomi Wright (cello) and David Silkoff (piano) after the August break in our series.

Generously supported by the Tertis Foundation, the programme features Beethoven's 7 Variations on Mozart’s Magic Flute, Debussy's Cello Sonata, Schumann's Fantasiestücke and Fauré's Elegie.

Doors open from 12.30pm for tea/coffee/homemade cake and savouries. Entry is free with a retiring collection to support St John's Music Fund.

To join our mailing list and for more information about upcoming concerts, please email: jane.long@me.com.

Saturday 28 – Sunday 29 September

Recommended for ages 0-8

Big Dreams Early Years Theatre Festival returns to Polka!

Join us in our 45th year for a celebration of Early Years Theatre and creativity.

With engaging UK and international shows, inspiring talks with famous Early Years authors, and free activities including a tongue-twisting installation, face-painting, glitter tattoos and more… enjoy an array of exciting creative experiences specially for our younger audiences and their families.

Timings: All day

Tickets from £12*
(Group and multi-buy offers available)
*£2.50 transaction fee applies to phone and online bookings. T&Cs apply.

🎶 Calling parents of young musicians! Sign them up for our Come & Play free choir & ensemble trial sessions next term. Enhance their skills, make new friends, and have fun! Booking is essential. Don't miss out!

Join award-winning author and illustrator Benji Davies for this fun session based upon his much-loved 'Storm Whale' stories.

Find out how Benji creates his picture books, where he gets his ideas from, and enjoy a storytelling of the latest book in the series 'The Great Storm Whale'. There’ll also be a live draw-along that everyone can join in with!

Recommended for ages 3-6

Debi Gliori shares her timeless classic, 'No Matter What', with a new generation of readers. This beautifully told and exquisitely illustrated gem of a tale by the Kate Greenaway-shortlisted author has been repackaged for the next wave of readers. Come and enjoy this heartfelt story all about the unconditional love each parent feels for their child. And after the talk, get your copy of the book signed by Debi!

Recommended for ages 3-6

This enchanting event includes a book signing, story telling, sing-a-long as well as an introduction to all things lunar.

The entertaining 2024 World Book Day author Tọlá Okogwu, brings her message about the enduring nature of friendship in her moving new magical picture book, ‘Bekah and the Moon’ which helps overcome night-time fears through the power of love. She is the author of 'Daddy Do My Hair'.

Recommended for ages 3-6.

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of everyone’s favourite Dinosaur-who-cried-wolf story, 'Gigantosaurus' - as seen on TV!

Listen to bestselling author and illustrator Jonny Duddle read the story and join in with a draw-along for his brand-new book 'How to Draw Dinosaurs'. Embark on a dinosaur-doodling adventure with him and create your very own dinosaurs to take home!

Recommended for ages 5+

Take what you make!

Learn the ancient art of Sashiko, a type of traditional Japanese embroidery or stitching used for the decorative and functional reinforcement of cloth and clothing.

Create your own Sashiko bag for life - no experience necessary!

Booking essential. To book your place, visit Wimbledon Guild's website or call 020 8946 0735.

Thursday 3 October - Sunday 6 October

Recommended for ages 8-12

Armed with just a suitcase, NIE’s ensemble of actor/musicians tell this big, famous (and gruesome!) story in a funny and accessible way.

With some help from the audience, the cast bring the story to life, unpacking an old tale with new meaning. What happens when Macbeth is tempted by power and riches? Should he go after what he truly desires?

A combination of Shakespearean verse and contemporary language (and the occasional recap!) makes the original story clear and easy to follow.

Punctuated effortlessly by an original soundtrack, live music and sound effects, the cast will create comedy, tragedy, fast action, and terrifying power.

With minimal set (but plenty of atmosphere!) the show can introduce Shakespeare to first timers and reveal contemporary themes in a play that many know well. 

Oh, and we should warn you...there’s lots of death.

Approximately 1 hour

Tickets from £14*
(Group and multi-buy offers available)
*£2.50 transaction fee applies to phone and online bookings. T&Cs apply.

Join Wimbledon Guild's annual fundraising walk, Waggy Walk, on Saturday 5th October 2024.

Have labrad-oodles of fun with your canine companion, family, or friends--all while raising money to make sure that no one in Merton has to face life’s challenges alone.