Gemma Cockrell from Guildford in Surrey, experienced first-hand the pressures that NHS staff and associated key workers are currently facing, when she called the emergency services following a medical emergency and was told “there are no ambulances”. Yet it was seeing the challenges the operator and hospital staff were facing so gallantly, that led to her to want to help by launching a new Key Worker Care Pack for frontline workers.
Gemma explains the profound effect the experience had on her:
“Although it was of course a worrying time for me, my heart went out to the person on the other end of the phone. I really felt for all those working on the front line during this pandemic and the pressure that are surely facing at this time. I knew that I had to do something to help.”
Gemma is the Founder of natural skincare company, Puremess that produces a range of beautiful handmade products that promote well-balanced and healthy glowing skin, using nature’s finest ingredients.
A breast cancer survivor herself, the experience with the emergency services sparked an idea in Gemma – to create a care package for NHS staff and other frontline key workers that would help provide a moment of calm during this time of crisis.
Visiting the Intensive Care Unit of The Royal Surrey Hospital in Guildford on Wednesday (10 February), Gemma gifted 25 Key Worker Care Packs to those working on the frontline of the Covid crisis.
Each contained the following handmade wellness items for a moment of relaxation and a touch of care:
– Puremess Sleep Balm to ensure a better night’s sleep, with a blend of lavender, frankincense, bergamot and roman chamomile to ease the mind and calm the senses and a base of organic beeswax, cocoa butter and almond oil to nourish skin and provide smooth and easy absorption. This was bundled up with a moisturising Puremess lip balm and a pair of fluffy socks for extra cosiness.
– A box of four exquisite handmade truffles from Sweet C’s Chocolates, handcrafted from single origin cocoa beans and the finest flavoured natural ingredients.
– An INZHO aromatherapy soy wax jar candle, inspired by the Navajo (Native American) culture and infused with a blend of essential oils, chosen to provide a dose of inspiration to those in need of a little boost. Each pack contains either Bear for courage, Horse for freedom, or Eagle to connect.
– A hair scrunchie, handmade from sustainable cork by Laura Simons.
– A beautiful inspiring ‘Star’ postcard, from local illustrator Flossie Hunt.
– Energising Aroma Sticks to revive workers naturally while on shift when they start to feel fatigued, from holistic health specialist, Flourishing Health.
– Chutney from Albury-based authentic Indian cuisine company, Mandira’s Kitchen.
– Notebooks, bamboo cups and scented sachets from The Packhouse lifestyle store, Farnham.
Following her visit to the hospital, Gemma explained how inspired and moved she felt,
“I am in awe of the commitment, positivity and kindness of the frontline NHS staff. To be able to deliver such incredible care during this time of crisis makes them heroes in my eyes. I am so grateful to have been able to give something back to them by working with other wonderful independent Surrey Hills businesses, by way of the Key Worker Care Packs, as a little token of appreciation for everything that they are doing.”
With lockdown in force and an instruction to stay home, it is set to be a different kind of Valentine’s Day this year, but that’s no excuse to skip the romance. In fact, it’s the perfect time to create a cosy night in with your loved one, whilst supporting local independent Surrey businesses in the process.
Surrey Hills Enterprises is encouraging people to shop locally ahead of 14th February this year, as part of our campaign to ‘Buy 1 in 5 Locally’, where county residents choose to make at least one in every five of their purchases from a Surrey Hills based business. Whether it be ingredients to rustle up the perfect romantic dinner, hand-poured candles, locally-grown flowers, dreamy pamper products, or indulgent sweet treats, the Surrey Hills offers a bounty of products to add a touch of romance to this year’s stay-at-home Valentine’s Day.
Not only does buying locally mean that you’re giving back to the Surrey Hills economy, supporting individual artisans and reducing the carbon footprint of products that you’re buying, as they are sourced and created within a much smaller geographic area, but you will also be purchasing special, handcrafted products, often made with local materials and ingredients from individuals and companies based on your doorstep.
Shop in the Surrey Hills this Valentine’s Day and consider these locally-made products from Surrey Hills Enterprises members:
Guildford-based natural skincare company, Puremess, is passionate about creating products that optimise skin health, providing maximum nourishment, from entirely natural and locally-trusted sources. They have created a new ‘Date Night Bundle’, priced at £25 plus delivery, that promises to set the scene for a perfect home-based date night. The pack includes a relaxing INZHO soy wax candle to create a romantic ambience, Puremess Muscle Balm for massage, Puremess Lip Balm for kissable lips, DIY face mask recipes to add some fun and creativity to the evening and a Puremess Sleep Balm to ensure a good night’s rest.
The Surrey Copper Distillery, an independent craft distillery based in Cranleigh, creates a distinctive library of spirits inspired by history and reflecting the essence of England, using Copper stills and carefully-selected ingredients for unique flavour and aroma combinations. They are offering a new premium ‘Copperfield and Merchant’s Heart mini gift pack’, containing three Copperfield Dry Gins (3 x 50 ml) with their perfect pairings of Merchant’s Heart Spirit Enhancers this Valentine’s Day. Priced at £24.95 plus delivery, it makes the perfect present.
Greyfriars Vineyard in Puttenham has teamed up with Kokoh Chocolate to offer two Valentine’s gift sets this 14th February. Choose from a bottle of Limited Edition Blanc de Noirs NV or the 2015 Sparkling Rosé Reserve, packaged alongside two Greyfriars branded sparkling wine flutes and two bars of decadent, handmade local chocolate, presented in a beautiful Surrey Hills gift box. The Sparkling Rosé Reserve 2015 Valentine’s Gift Set is priced at £43.99 plus delivery, with the Blanc de Noirs NV Valentine’s Gift Set priced at £52 plus delivery.
Those looking instead for a specially curated winemaker’s selection of bottles for Valentine’s Day, should consider the Greyfriars Valentine’s Mixed Case, which can be enjoyed long after the special day itself. The case includes two vintage sparkling wines, two non-vintage sparkling wines and two of the most popular still Greyfriars wines. Priced at £100 with free delivery.
Chimney Fire Coffee has teamed up with Ranmore Common neighbour, Ranmore Candle Co., for a limited edition collaboration just in time for Valentine’s Day. Working together, they have produced the Coffee Candle Care Pack, perfect for those that love the smell of a fresh roast. The gift pack includes a special candle infused with Chimney Fire Coffee’s directly-sourced El Salvador El Cipres, to create a sweet, subtle coffee fragrance, as well as a bag of El Salvador coffee, plus a bag of Colombia coffee, for added aroma and taste. Priced at £35 plus delivery.
Those missing their usual meal out can instead order a delicious Valentine’s dinner for a romantic meal at home, from Albury-based Mandira’s Kitchen. The authentic Indian food specialist has created a special menu for two to add some spice to your Valentine’s Day this year. Dine on a selection of samosas to start, followed by Chicken Rezala / Paneer Butter Masala, Cashew and Cranberry Pulao and sides of Alu Gobi, Dal Makhani and Naan Bread, accompanied by Spiced Crackers and Tomato and Date Chutney. The meal is completed by a delicious dessert of Mango and Cardamom Gelato, followed by Chai and heart-shaped chilli chocolates for an added touch of romance. Priced at £55 for two, plus delivery.
Those with a sweet tooth should look no further than Cranleigh-based Moooh! Ice Cream, who have created a special Valentine’s dessert for you and your loved one. A Classic Creamy Chocolate Ice Cream Heart dusted with chocolate powder and topped with flaked milk chocolate and piped with luxury white chocolate, it is the answer to any chocolate-lover’s dreams! Also available with Strawberry & Cream and Madagascan Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, the desserts are delivered in a cake box and priced at £15.
Surrey Hills-based Sweet C’s Handcrafted Chocolates are made from single origin cocoa beans and the finest flavoured natural ingredients. They have created a special heart-shaped box of eight assorted chocolates, perfect for delivery and as the ideal luxurious treat for your treasured Valentine.
One of the positives to have come out of the pandemic has been the innovation and diversification that many businesses have undergone. Faced with incredible challenges, many Surrey Hills businesses have looked for new opportunities and new avenues to help them grow. In turn, this has led to creating new jobs, increasing awareness of local produce, and maintaining high standards of quality, sustainability and local provenance.
One such example is Hill House Farm – Awarded the 2020 Gold Trade Mark Surrey Hills.
After 25 years as a hotelier, Ian Jones set up Hill House Farm, with his family in 2018, rearing Gloucester Old Spots Pork and Southdown Lamb using regenerative and natural farming methods.
By the end of 2019, they had a successful wholesale pork and lamb business as well as a growing and thriving catering and events business using their own produce.
2020 was set to be the year they made their first profit – with a stretching yet achievable budget they embarked on 2020 full of enthusiasm and excitement.
Enter COVID 19
By 23rd March 2020 they had lost 95% of their income as lockdown gripped the nation.
Not one to be beaten, they reinvented their business, developing an online store and creating a home delivery service for their pork and lamb. It has since grown beyond their expectations, they now work with a collection of local growers, farmers, producers and winemakers in Surrey and Sussex to provide over 300 carefully sourced items to around 2300 homes nationwide.
Hill House Farm to open butchers shop at Chessington Garden Centre
As if that was not enough, they have just announced that they will be opening their first butcher’s shop at Chessington Garden Centre, as part of the Centre’s farm shop expansion.
The Farm’s state of the art butchery will be an integral part of the Centre’s new 410sq m farm shop development, which is due to open mid March and it will also feature a delicatessen, cheese counter, charcuterie and a wide range of carefully sourced produce from across the South East of England.
The Farm’s inaugural butchers’ shop will feature its free range, farm reared produce with great provenance, including its renowned Gloucester Old Spot pork, its grass-fed Southdown lamb and Belted Galloway and Dexter beef. As part of this expansion the Farm will be developing its ‘farm to fork’ offering and is looking to collaborate with other like-minded farms and producers across the Surrey Hills, who share its ethos and passion for sustainable farming. Being able to expand its offering to feature an extensive range of locally sourced meats is the next natural step for the Farm.
Creating local jobs
To support this new venture, and the continued development of its online and wholesale business, the Farm will be recruiting for at least four new roles, including a butchery manager to run this new retail unit. Hill House Farm are already actively recruiting for these roles in time for the planned opening in March
Ian Jones of Hill House Farm said: “This is an incredibly exciting addition to our ‘farm to fork’ business. We have grown our online offering considerably over the last year, building a loyal following of customers who love our farm reared pork, lamb and beef. Opening our shop is the next step in our expansion programme and we are really looking forward to working with Jolyon and the team at Chessington, to introduce our great tasting products with fantastic provenance to a whole new set of customers in the Centre’s development.”
Supporting your local businesses with the Surrey Hills “buy 1 in 5” pledge
Surrey Hills is inviting people in Surrey to pledge their support to buy local this Christmas and help the local economy and environmental sustainability.
There are many campaigns to encourage communities to support their local businesses, however, Surrey Hills Enterprises wanted to take that support one step further.
We have created a new self-motivated pledge to encourage individuals and families in Surrey to buy at least 1 in every 5 purchases from a Surrey Hills based business this Christmas.
For inspiration and links to many outstanding local products and services, we have created a “Virtual Artisan Market Place” highlighting businesses offering gifts, crafts, food, drink, and experiences, all from businesses who have been awarded the Trade Mark Surrey Hills – a Mark of quality, sustainability, and local provenance.
By carrying out this pledge individuals and families will be creating an extensive ripple effect of benefits:-
Make dreams happen – the vast majority of Surrey Hills based business are small, entrepreneurial enterprises built on passion, dedication and determination. Every new order takes them one step closer to making their dreams a reality.
Improve the local economy – If every person in the Surrey Hills spent just £5 per week in their local shops and businesses, that would add approx. £9.6 m to the Surrey Hills economy
Providing local jobs – 61% of all jobs in the UK are with SMEs – by supporting your local businesses you are helping to support the creating of new jobs in the Surrey Hills
Take care of the environment – by buying locally you are reducing the carbon foot print of the Surrey Hills as the products are sourced and created from within a significantly reduced area
Feel more a part of your community – most small business owners and their staff are passionate about their business and offer genuine heartfelt customer service. So the experience of buying from them is likely to be far more enjoyable and really makes you feel more a part of the community.
Surrey Hills Enterprises will support those who make the pledge by continuing to highlight and signpost you to many of the extraordinary and inspiring local Surrey Hills businesses who provide high quality, local and sustainable products
NB. This is self-driven pledge to help motivate individuals and families to buy more locally. By signing up you will receive periodic information on a wide range of products and services in the Surrey Hills. You will not be required to prove purchases or buying habits.
A self-guided trail showcasing the best of Surrey Hills food, drink and crafts artisans.
Surrey Hills is home to an exceptional group of talented artisans who make a wide range of traditional as well as more modern and innovative arts, crafts, food and drink.
To celebrate the artisan heritage and culture of the Surrey Hills, we are delighted to announce that we will be launching a free self-guided Surrey Hills Artisan Trail on October 18th at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking.
The Artisan trail will enable both visitors as well as residents, to explore the Surrey Hills and meet a wide range of Artisans, sample local food and drink, take part in artisan workshops and experience traditional artisan craft skills.
The Artisans on the Trail will all be Surrey Hills Trade Mark Artisans who will open their doors to welcome visitors. The artisans will offer a range of entertaining and fun experiences and will help visitors to understand more about the culture and heritage of arts, crafts, food and drink inthe Surrey Hills.
The Surrey Hills Artisan trail will be a self-guided trail accessed via the surreyhills.org website. It will include
information on each Artisan,
their story,
a little about their products,
details ontours, tastings, workshops, events, and demonstrations
information on their opening times, location and accessibility
Other surrey hills activites and experiences close by
Visitors are free to create their own itineraries by booking their visits directly with the artisans.
We believe that the Surrey Hills Artisan Trail will encourage a wider audience to explore the Surrey Hills, to get to know and support local artisans and to encourage them to purchase local produce
JOIN US AT THE LAUNCH
October 18,2020
Denbies Vine Estate, Dorking
10.00 – 4.00 pm
This will be a wonderful opportunity to come and meet some of the artisans and to browse amazing hand made crafts, to buy locally sourced food and a wide range of drinks including wine, gin, and non alcoholic beverages.
HRH The Countess of Wessex GCVO visited Surrey Hills producers and retailers to experience first-hand their ‘field to fork’ collaboration, following the path from ‘Provenance Cuts’ at Coverwood Farm, to Surrey Hills Butchers and Squires Food Hall in Frensham.
The Countess’s visit highlighted the importance of local food production, the challenges and opportunities facing farmers and food producers due to Covid-19 and the opportunities to meet the growing interest in supporting and buying locally and sustainably.
The importance and popularity of locally produced food and “field to fork” tracing has never been higher – ticking all the boxes of sustainability, reduced carbon footprint, high-quality local collaboration and exceptional taste.
The royal visit began at Coverwood Farm near Peaslake where Her Royal Highness met Bill Biddell, Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Surrey and farmer Tim Metson, his family and staff who produce pasture-fed beef.
Mr Metson spoke about the key challenges and opportunities faced by farmers as a result of the Covid-19 crisis and other issues facing farmers, including pasture-fed meat production.
HRH The Countess of Wessex officially opened the farm’s new ‘Provenance Cuts’ building, a new facility purpose built to process and butcher locally farmed, sustainable meat. Refreshments were served from the farm’s ‘airstream’ van, The Fillet and Bean, used to support villages with food and drink during the lock-down.
HRH The Countess of Wessex continued her “field to fork” visit to the Food Hall at Squire’s Garden Centres in Frensham where she was introduced to Wendy Varcoe, Executive Director of Surrey Hills Enterprises, who explained the collaboration between Surrey Hills Members awarded the Trade Mark Surrey Hills, a Mark of local provenance, quality and sustainability.
Her Royal Highness met Sarah Squires, Chairman and Martin Breddy, Managing Director, who provided a tour around the Food Hall showcasing local produce and meeting staff who had worked throughout the lock down to provide food for the local community.
Her Royal Highness met Simon Taylor of Surrey Hills Butchers and Captain of Team GB for Butchery and specializing in high quality, ethical and locally sourced pasture fed meat. Mr Taylor spoke about the importance of collaboration with local farms such as Coverwood Farm and the need to raise awareness of the importance of sustainable and ethically sourced food.
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The Surrey Hills is one of the first areas in the country to be designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It covers 25% of Surrey and with a 6-mile hinterland around the AONB it covers most of Surrey except the north western parts of the County.
About Surrey Hills Enterprises
Surrey Hills Enterprises is the Community Interest Company arm of the AONB. It was set up in 2012 to support and develop the rural economy and tourism and to promote and enhance the Surrey Hills.
Surrey Hills Enterprises core activities are focused on ‘clean growth’, environmental sustainability and building a strong local economy and tourism industry. It has a strong Membership of local businesses who receive business support including training, mentoring, collaboration and a Surrey Hills marketing platform.
About Coverwood Farm and Provenance Cuts
Coverwood Farm is a family run farm in the center of the Surrey Hills producing lamb and beef from its established herd of pasture fed pedigree Herefords and sheep. It has recently opened its ‘Provenance Cuts’ building, a center for processing meat. Coverwood Farm also offer holiday accommodation and a high end mobile Airstream style catering business known as The Fillet and Bean.
About Food Hall at Squire’s Garden Centres in Frensham
Squires was founded in 1935 by David (DJ) Squire. Today DJ’s son Colin is Chairman Emeritus of the company and continuing the family tradition Sarah, Colin’s daughter, is Chairman.
The Food Hall at Frensham was totally refurbished last winter and re-opened just before lockdown. As a food business it continued to trade during lockdown while the rest of the garden center was closed, serving the needs of local people so they did not need to travel so far. Their aims are to serve their local communities and to provide a route to market for local suppliers.
About Surrey Hills Butchers
Surrey Hills Butchers is run by owner Simon Taylor, a traditional butcher and Captain of Team GB for Butchery. Surrey Hills Butchers is based within the Squires Food Hall and source their meat from local Surrey Hills farms including Coverwood Farm and uses the ‘Provenance Cuts’ building to prepare the meat. Simon also has shop in Oxshott and at the new Seasons Farm Shop in Windlesham
If you are looking for a way to relax and re-charge those batteries whilst benefiting from the health giving properties of nature and ancient woodland, then you will be pleased to hear that The Forest Bathing Institute (TFBI) is now running socially distanced, Forest Bathing+ immersive nature therapy sessions at Newlands Corner, Guildford.
Forest Bathing+ is based on a mindfulness practice, with various structured exercises taking place during the 2 hour guided experience. Throughout the session you will take a slow, gentle and relaxing sensory journey through this stunning woodland beauty spot, which is situated within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Under the canopy of this ancient forest, you will benefit from the health-giving chemicals called phytoncides that are emitted by the forest cover.
During your experience at Newlands Corner you will savour the scent of the forest, appreciate the variety of trees, including Yew trees that are hundreds of years old, listen to the birdsong and immerse yourself in the beauty of the environment.
Our Forest Bathing+ Guides will educate and inform you about the science behind Forest Bathing+ and how it helps to induce a calmer state of mind, as your body moves to the parasympathetic nervous system which is restorative and therapeutic to the mind and body, so alleviating anxiety and mental health issues. You can therefore expect to benefit from physiological and mental health benefits whilst Forest Bathing+.
So if you would like to try out this unique form of nature therapy you can view the summer programme of Forest Bathing+ sessions on the TFBI website. Please note that we will be upholding all Covid-19 Government guidance with regard to the health and safety of our Guides and participants during the entire session.
Training opportunity
If you are interested in training to become a fully-fledged, Certified TFBI Forest Bathing+ Guide, we are running our next online course, which commences with Module One, training in Mindfulness and Meditation during August 14th – August 16th 2020.
We are actively recruiting more trained Guides to join our growing team. To find out more, you can listen first-hand to what our trained Guides have to say. We look forward to hearing from you and meeting you soon!
Surrey Drive, a Surrey Events Professionals initiative, was pleased to welcome Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex to the Surrey Drive operation on Wednesday 6th May to support the local efforts in the coronavirus response.
At the start of the day The Countess met Melanie Williams of Lavender Catering (also a member of Surrey Hill Enterprises), who is one of the many catering businesses supporting the project. Along with Melanie and her team, The Countess helped prepare delicious meals for the Royal Surrey County Hospital Trust.
Following the meal preparation, The Countess travelled to the Royal Surrey County Hospital to deliver the meals to the NHS staff. On arrival The Countess joined the volunteers to hand out meals to the frontline NHS heroes.
The support from The Countess with Surrey Drive was a great boost to the NHS workers and the volunteers of the project.
The Surrey Drive initiative managed by the Surrey Event Professionals has the support of over 25 local event businesses and friends to deliver 4,416 meals every week to the Royal Surrey County Hospital and its community hospitals part of the trust.
To find out more about the project and how to support visit www.surreydrive.co.uk
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In amongst the difficult daily news, Surrey Hills has an inspiring range of stories about local businesses supporting their local communities, key workers and NHS staff.
Despite the most challenging circumstances, there is a growing community of Surrey Hills businesses who are collaborating to deliver much needed local produce to families unable to get out, offering online support, wellbeing gifts for loved ones and helping to feed the frontline services.
These businesses have all been awarded the ‘Trade Mark Surrey Hills’, an accreditation and mark of local provenance, quality and sustainability. They are working together to deliver a raft of initiatives including raising funds to ensure NHS workers are fed and supported.
Lavender Catering are working around the clock to make 3,500 meals a week to feed NHS staff on the frontline. Teaming up with other local Surrey Hills businesses such as Hill House Farm they are supplying high quality meals using local produce from the Surrey Hills.
Puremess are sending out a special care gift box of their wonderful chemical free skin care products at 50% reduced price enabling people to pay online and send to an NHS worker. The Cookie Bar, a social Enterprise supporting training for disadvantaged young people are sending boxes of cookies to their local hospitals supported by donations from people ordering on-line. These packages are not only practical but also offer a clear message of support and regard for our frontline workers.
PlantPassion who grow seasonal, scented and sustainable flowers in the Surrey Hills are delivering flowers to their local community and Chimney Fire coffee who roast ethically sourced coffee in the Surrey Hills are sending coffee at cost price to NHS Staff.
If you are too tired to cook, want a treat, feeling under the weather or wish to gift a friend in need, Mandira’s Kitchen have teamed up with Albury Organic Vineyard to produce a special meal delivered direct to your home.
To celebrate Surrey Day on 2nd May, Hill House Farm, Gold Trade Mark Award winners in 2020, are collaborating with other local producers to create special gift vouchers you can purchase and send to family and friends including a ‘Surrey breakfast in bed’, a ‘Surrey lunch’, a ‘Surrey afternoon tea’ and a ‘Surrey BBQ’, all from local sustainable producers using carbon neutral couriers and recycled packaging.
Simon Whalley, Chairman of Surrey Hills Enterprises said, ‘the Surrey Hills family are working together to support its Surrey Hills business members and I would like to thank our Corporate Partners for their invaluable support that has enabled us to continue to support the amazing local Surrey Hills Businesses. Our thank you to Charles Russell Speechlys, Wilkins Kennedy, Lexus Guildford, Citywide Financial Services, Kier and Birtley House’.
Wendy Varcoe, Executive Director of Surrey Hills Enterprises said ‘Surrey Hills is a very special and unique place and we have equally extraordinary and inspiring local Surrey Hills businesses. They have responded to these difficult circumstances in a special way to offer local produce deliveries and to donate goods and services to help the frontline workers. We congratulate all our Surrey Hills Members on their courage and innovation’.
These are some of the extraordinary Surrey Hills businesses showcased on the Surrey Hills website. Click here to view them.
We may not be able to go out and about as we have in the past, however there are still so many ways to benefit from the wonderful products and services that we have on our doorstep in the Surrey Hills from home deliveries, to online support, to well being to gifts for loved ones.
Cheam Woodturners are showing a wide range of goods made by their members. We hope also to encourage more people to try out woodturning for them selves
Coach House Surrey in Gomshall has been making and restoring furniture for 36 years using traditional methods. We also produce interior and exterior sculptures from teak root sourced ethically in Indonesia.
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Creative Woodcraft
suelesleygibbs@gmail.com
Hand crafted wooden toys made exclusively by Keith from NewForest oak.
We make garden sculptures made using reclaimed/ driftwood or oak. We then add leaded glass panels to allow the light to flow through in glorious colours
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Jokannes Trading
patrick.brockman@btinternet.com
Hand crafted from re-claimed timber - oak table lamps made from re-claimed oak beams & photo frames, tea-light & candle holders made from re-claimed whisky barrels.
Specialising in creatively restoring vintage and antique furniture by hand, Nicola is extremely passionate about bringing old pieces of once-loved furniture back to life. Nicola combines her love of restoration with her training in traditional upholstery methods to bring a contemporary and unique twist to traditional furniture design.
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Old English Tools
philipselby826@btinternet.com
The supply of old tools I have are as follows; woodworking tools, chisels, sideaxes, froes, billhooks ie elwell, splitting axes, bench knives and adzes plus loads more.
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Re-Turning
kwilsoncroft@virginmedia.com
Hobbyist wood turner using recycled and reclaimed wood
Ruth runs art and yoga classes, creative workshops and retreats in the Surrey Hills and creates artworks and wood sculptures from her studio in Witley.
What happens when spray paint , street art and carpentry collide? The Stencil Shed! I am a spray paint artist and specialise in spray painting British wood with my artwork using stencils. All my process is completely handmade from start to finish and my wood is all sustainably sourced from my bases in Wiltshire.
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Steve's Sticks
stevessticks@btinternet.com
A range of beautiful handmade walking sticks from the heart of Sussex. Made using locally sourced materials to give a lifetime of pleasure.
Surrey Woodcraft is a collaboration between twins David and Stewart McKenzie that brings together their different woodworking skills, producing a whole range of handcrafted wooden homeware, kitchenware, stationary, gift items and musical instruments.
We design and make a large selection of handmade greeting cards for all occasions and also a range of carved wooden ducks
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Surrey Sticks
info@alphakill.co.uk
Surrey Sticks produce handcrafted Country walking staffs, market sticks and walking sticks made primarily from natural material and other unique media.
Hand poured soy , mineral and beeswax candles and handmade hiking and walking sticks .
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West Horsley Place
cwalker1950@gmail.com
(Sunday only)
Hand Crafted Hiking Poles - made from Hazel sustainably coppiced from the West Horsley Estate. Work demonstrates the use of the shave horse and hand carving tools.
The Neema Society will provide hand carved wood sculptures from around the world. All profit made goes to help rescue and give a home to street children in Naivasha and Nairobi . Where possible the children are returned to their family and support is given to the family group.
Come and join us and explore the woods looking for mini beasts, along with other fun activities ! Ever thought of volunteering with Forestry England? Come and find out more!
A 31 acre Nature Reserve and Natural Burial Ground for everyone - religious, spiritual or secular. Bountiful - Beautiful - Beneficial- A sustainable way of caring for our dead & a responsible way of caring for the living.
The first choice for wooden gates, equestrian fencing and more in Surrey, Hampshire and West Sussex. As professional fencing contractors with decades of experience, we provide everything from agricultural fencing such as half round post and rail to hardwearing security fencing for a protected environment.
Our aim is to support the craft of beekeeping as well as to raise awareness about the environmental and economic importance of bees and biodiversity in Surrey
Offering outdoor training courses and workshops teaching heritiage skills that utilise natural, sustainable materials coppiced locally. Courses include Willow Art & Crafts, Hedgelaying, Wattle Hurdle making and much more.
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Jacko Leaver
Jacko 07368 450664
Watch expert wattle Fencer Jacko in action as he shares his knowledge and skill at traditional fence making
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K shepherd and son Forestry
and tree Surgeons
kshepherdforestry@yahoo.co.uk
We are a 70 year old company.
We work anywhere in southern England.
The company are proud to be in its third generation.
It's part of our history to be the best we can be.
The complete service
Local bee-farmer supplying raw honey, honeycomb, Mead, natural skin care products, food graded beeswax wraps, pure beeswax candles, furniture polishing products, nose and paws petsÂ’ balm.
I make lampwork glass beads which I then turn into jewellery and decorations for the home. Each bead is individually made by me and entirely unique. My stall will have a range of jewellery, ornaments and pictures for sale. I also offer classes in my garden studio where people can make their own glass beads.
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Classy Arts & Crafts
apsellgren@hotmail.com
Handcrafted in wood - toys, puzzles, letters, bowls, picture frames, pictures, pens and clocks
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Davia Lerhone Designs
dejhior@hotmail.com
Davia Lerhone Designs designs and builds custom furniture. Our humble story started by wanting a present for a friend who were having their first baby. Unable to find a suitable item one was sourced and repurposed. We continued repurposing furniture then started designing for friends organically over time we matured into a design and crafting truly luxury pieces of furniture.
Wildlife artist Angie goes beyond the standard natural history ‘study’, amazingly realistic, and packed full of intricate detail. Original Art, limited edition prints, cards and gifts, including ceramic coasters, chopping boards, stationary and gift tins.
The ceramics are caringly made by using hand building or wheel throwing techniques and limited to two or three of a kind, or often only one unique piece!
Beautiful hand made dog accessories in a range of beautiful fabrics. Including collars, leads, bow ties and bandanas as well as matching gifts for humans.
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Naked Nanny Soaps
nakednanny@icloud.com
Traditional cold process soap, carefully hand made using skin loving plant based oils, botanicals from my garden and honey from my own bees along with other wholesome, natural ingredients.
Lucy lovingly designs, makes and decorates garden ornaments using plate steel and treats them with oil sealer, so they last for years outside in the garden. Each ornament is hand decorated so each one is unique, making them the perfect gift.
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Odd and Faded Design
oddandfaded@gmail.com
Fun and functional creations designed and handmade in our home workshop. Beautiful wooden products, decorative clay gifts, practical presents, and stylish jewellery. Many materials reclaimed or recycled. Commission welcome.
We create stunning handmade aluminium jewellery using photographs many taken in the Surrey Hills of leaves, butterflies and flowers to produce jewellery that are both beautiful and easy to wear that celebrate the beauty of the Surrey Hills.
Richard's Gallery is photography & digital art by Richard Dunford alongside The Cushion Boutique showing handmade cushions by his partner Hilary Fautly many featuring fabric printed with Richard's art and designs.
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Surrey Hills Plant Supports
ghaggarty@icloud.com
Manufacture of raw metal plant supports and fire bowls. Arches, baskets, obelisks, stakes and bespoke commissions. All made from British materials and delivered locally for free.
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Tess & Friends
tessandfriends@outlook.com
Fabric taxidermy style animal heads, handmade in Leicestershire using a wide range of fabrics. From elephants to rabbits, giraffes to humpback whales, there will be an animal to suit you.
An independent maker of handmade, natural, vegan bath and body products and natural aromatherapy products. Made from ethically sourced local ingredients with a commitment to reducing waste by offering an financially incentivised recycling programme for all packaging.
We sell a selection of handpoured and laser cut, gifts, jewellery, homewares and decor. Whether you are looking for quirky jewellery, terrazzo homewares or a small gift for a loved one, we have a selection of items for all tastes.
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Norcottarts
norcottarts@outlook.com
I am an Artist printmaker specialising in drypoint which is unique as I display the original drypoint plate. Whether a portrait or cityscape. As a painter I create what can described as abstract still lifes and do dog portrait commusions
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Mel T original
Artmeltcre8s@gmail.com
Local artist Mel T creates original artworks in acrylic and mixed media on canvas and wood. Working with colour, texture, and light, Mel T is inspired by Nature and Neurodivergence
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Gallery on Wheels galleryonwheelsthegalleryonwheels@gmail.com
The Gallery on Wheels is a moveable screen-printing workshop on wheels. We crystallize people's imagination through printing on paper and fabrics! Through many fixed designs prepared in advance for screen printing, we will take you on an inspiring journey to the land of nature. Come along to let us show you the fun and creative beauty of the hand screen-printing technique!
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JK Forges JK Forges
Jack@jkforges.co.uk
At Jkforges we make everything and anything out of metal! From grand gates and railings, fine interior decoration, knives and more
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Activities & entertainment
Bungee trampolines
candaceconeley@yahoo.co.uk
Bungee trampolines
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Activities & entertainment
Dragon Fly Sky
Dragonfly Sky is a harmony driven acoustic duo from Surrey.
Fiery Jack Circus Skills -Fun family of professional fools, juggling children, music, historic games, marquees - and always with ... Come and join the circus with Fiery Jacks!
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Activities & entertainment
Gavin Thomas
Gavin is a full-time professional musician and actor, performing his one-man show GAVIN AND HIS GUITAR
Harmony In Nature, run by experienced Forest Bathing+ Guides Joanna & Katie, offers 3-hour public & private sessions in the Surrey Hills. Forest Bathing (no swimming involved) combines mindfulness, meditation & gentle exercise within ambient woodland locations.
Join a forest bathing meditation session with HINOKI Forest Bathing to relax, enhance your wellbeing and find your connection to nature in the Surrey Hills.
Singer, guitarist, and harmonica player John Sharkey strives to provide a fun environment for those listening. From festive and “party charging†to soft and soothing, he plays quality acoustic rock with a huge repertoire of recognizable songsÂ
THE UK'S ORIGINAL &
AWARD-WINNING CONTEMPORARY CHOIR
If you love to sing, you'll love Rock Choir!
No auditions and no musical knowledge needed.
It's all about singing, fun, community, friendship and life-changing experiences!
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Activities & entertainment
Rosie's Slime
rosieslime@hotmail.com
Rosie's Handmade Slime - Slime Kits, Slime Pots and Make Your Own Slime at pocket money prices.
Everyone will be able to make their own slime to take away in pots. They can choose their own colour and 'add-ins' to create the texture they want. We provide all equipment.
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Activities & entertainment
Sidney Sime Gallery
jan@sidneysimegallery.org.uk
Children' arts and crafts - let your little ones creativity run wil with woodland d themed arts and crafts
Surrey Hills Forest School is an Outdoor Pre-School providing a hands on learning experience for children two-five years old.
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Activities & entertainment
Surrey Hills Stories by Steve Markwell
stevemarkwell1l@gmail.com
Hear some amazing stories with characters who have connections with the Surrey Hills. These characters are based on myth and fable, and the creative imagination of local Author Steve Markwell and local illustrator Cathy Coleman.
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Activities & entertainment
The Vikings bush raft and survival skills
Axe and tomohawk throwing, knife safety, flint & steel fire lighting demos and wood whittling
Have a go at driving our digger! The trust aim is to reinstate the canal 'Londons Lost route to the Sea' which closed in 1860 to reconnect the current canal network to the English Channel.
Our African dishes are unusual within an environment dominated by western food options. All African meal options are inspired by food from across all areas of Africa from Cape to Cairo.
We are a local family run caterers in Horley Surrey and also have our own smallholding , we also produce our own quality sausages from our pigs - 'The Willows Sausages' . We would like to sell our quality sausages cooked on site in locally produced rolls and if show allows to also sell pre packed to take away and cook at home for customers
Alpher Coffee represents the heart, the hard work and the love of the Colombian coffee growers, to be able to offer the most special Single Origin Coffee.
Unique in Surrey, BEORC LEAH is an award winning, premium, Calvados style, apple brandy made from cider produced on the family run Birtley Estate in Bramley
Premium Surrey based Artisan Biltong and Droewors company, with South African treats. BILTONG, DROEWORS, CHILLI BITES, SNAP STICKS '--Winners Lux Life Magazine best Authentic biltong provider, Surrey food and drinks awards 2022
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Food & Drink
Brownies.by.Abby
Brownies.by.abby@gmail.com
We serve hot and cold Tea, coffee, soft cold drinks, ice creams, bacon baps, sausage baps and hot sausage rolls! We make our own brownies and stuffed cookies ourselves, these are packaged in eco friendly cellophane bags.
Collectors is a mobile coffee bar of the future. From our years in the coffee and mobile catering industry we have learnt a lot. Collectors has drawn from this experience to bring Film and TV sets, Festivals and Events delicious coffee in record time! Our very own Collectors Blend of coffee beans is roasted by the award winning Pact Coffee and our top-level baristas will ensure every coffee is crafted to the highest standard.
Delightfully Decadent are passionate about good quality brownies and fudge. We use locally sourced and high quality ingredients and are a winner of a 2022 Great Taste award for our Biscoff fudge.
Chat to us about growing your own superfood in small spaces, at home, on your windowsill. Microgreens offer a large variety of taste, nutrition and are great fun to grow!
Moooh! Ice Cream sell locally made artisan ice creams and sorbets from their Vintage Citroen H Van called Mirabelle and great tasting individual tubs of ice cream and sorbets plus the famous Chocololly ice creams from their Vintage Ice Cream Bike called Marcel. All products are Nut Free and made with locally sourced ingredients when the seasons allow
Stuart Brown trained and worked as a chef for 26 years before establishing his artisan bread business in 2020. All the bread is hand-made using an organic sourdough starter and a range of delicious flavours and products have been developed. Pan-Surrey supplies a number of delicatessens and Stuart can be found every Saturday (and some Sundays!) selling his bread at various Farmers’ and Village Markets in the Surrey Hills area.
You don’t need to be exploring the streets of Stockholm or wandering around Copenhagen’s waterfront to enjoy truly authentic Scandinavian dishes. Scandilicious is London’s First Scandinavian Food truck, bringing a unique Nordic food experience to events across the South East!
Silent Pool Distillers handcrafts multi award-winning Silent Pool Gin in the Surrey Hills. In addition, we produce a variety of seasonal gins, gin based fruit cordials, English vodka and botanical mist garnishes all handmade and bottled on site.
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Food & Drink
sspattiserie
sspattiserie@blueyonder.co.uk
07702431315
We sell homemade pattiserie from our base in worcester park selling at farmers market & event
Horsebox bar selling local beer, cider and a variety of other drinks, brought to you by Surrey Beer Festivals, whose 2nd beer festival is coming up in September in Godalming.
Artisan handcrafted individual chocolates, bars (including vegan, sugar and dairy free), lollies and hot chocs made from from single origin Columbian couverture chocolate sourced from an ethical and sustainable supplier.
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Food & Drink
The Burning Wood Company
sales@langleyhorticulture.co.uk
Get the full culinary experience with Hogs on Logs. Munch down on our locally sourced, succulent hog and lamb roast or treat yourself to a packed full breakfast roll.
Serving freshly ground coffee, teas and tasty cakes, sourced from local suppliers within the Surrey Hills. Along with hot chocolate and soft drinks. Sold from our vintage milk float, Morris.
Hand-crafted small batch gin and gin liqueurs made right here in the Surrey Hills. Producer of Vann Lane Gin and Haslemere Gin. Want to become a Ginfluencer®? Let’s chat!
We are a land based training company in Dorking, Surrey. We are an approved training provider for Lantra & City & Guilds in arboriculture, forestry, pesticides & machinery courses.
Lexus Guildford is a state-of-the-art Lexus Centre, designed to offer new and existing Lexus owners the opportunity to experience amazing. Each member of the Lexus team here is knowledgeable, friendly and highly trained, so you'll always get a warm welcome. Call in or get in touch and enjoy the complete Lexus experience, from our award-winning service using genuine parts, to the extraordinary Lexus hybrid range.
Meet police officers and find out more about the Surrey Crime Prevention team
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Retail & services
The Health Lounge Chiropractic & Psychology
https://www.thlsurrey.co.uk
The Health Lounge is a family owned practice in Cranleigh High Street offer Chiropractic care and Psychotherapy sevices to our local community and surrounding areas.
Guide Dogs provide mobility and freedom to people who are blind and partially sighted. Sponsor a guide dog puppy and help us train more life-changing companions.
The Surrey Choices Growth Team empower adults with support needs to learn work skills within conservation and countryside management areas, with the aim to gain employment whether paid or voluntary.
Independent charity partner and Friend of the Surrey Hills National Landscape encouraging learning and conservation of our beautiful Surrey countryside through a varied events programme
With the invaluable support of volunteers and members we care for over 6,500ha of land for wildlife in Surrey. We connect wildlife sites across the county and inspire local communities and young people to care for wildlife.
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Bundu
rg@hartland3.plus.com
Hand crafted beautiful wooden boxes of various sizes, some are velvet lines, suitable for all ages, presents for children, men and women. They make excellent presents.
Support for men
If you are struggling with being confined and trying to work, educate your children or spending time with family, then contact men’s coach Fiona Ross who can offer free discovery calls and an online course.
Physical well being
With the incredible use of online meetings such as zoom, you can participate in all kinds of classes including:-
Yoga with Ruth Wheeler
Pilates with Surrey Hills Physiotherapy
Learn a new hobby such as leather craft with Rosanna Claire’s new book showing you how to make 20 lovely leather accessories – she will even send free leather pieces for you to get started!
Home Renovations
Planning for future home renovations doesn’t need to be put on hold during this time. Shere Kitchens Ltd have their virtual doors open to give you inspiration for a kitchen or home renovation.
Online Training
There has never been a better time to invest in yourself and learn and improve your new skills
Winning with words is offering online training on sales and copywriting.
Surrey Hills Enterprises is working to support the amazing local businesses across the Surrey Hills and thank all our Corporate Partners who are supporting this work
We are facing unprecedented times ahead which will undoubtedly affect all of us in many ways. As it will have a big impact on the local economy and the ability of many businesses to cope, it is more important than ever to support small businesses within our community.
5 fantastic reasons to support local businesses
Right now small local business are more likely to go the extra mile to ensure that their premises and services are as safe and clean as possible. The stakes are considerably higher for small business than workers or managers in large chains
By supporting local businesses, you are not only supporting the families of those who run and work in the business, but you are also supporting your local economy rather than nationally owned – businesses. Research shows that £10 spent with a local independent business means up to an additional £50 goes back into the local economy. This is due to owners and staff putting that money back into the local community by going into local pubs, shops and restaurants etc,
Personality, connection, community – most small business owners and their staff are passionate about their business and offer genuine heartfelt customer service. So the experience of shopping what them is likely to be far more enjoyable – right now we all need to bring and receive joy and the community in our lives.
Help reduce climate change by using local products, services, shops, and restaurants there is less need for driving, reduced pollution less, fewer air miles etc
You will get amazing customer service as a small business owner has much more vested interest in you having a positive experience
Check out our directory of Surrey Hills Businesses which includes a very wide range of products and services.
You can also check out this map which shows you where these businesses are located.
Citywide Financial Partners and Surrey Hills Enterprises are delighted to officially launch their new partnership.
Surrey based wealth management and financial advice company Citywide Financial Partners have joined forces with Surrey Hills Enterprises, a Community Interest company supporting the special Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The partnership will support a drive to build sustainable growth in the Surrey Hills by developing a hub of innovative, high quality local products and services. The programme will promote the new Trade Mark Surrey Hills, an accreditation and mark of local provenance, quality and sustainability. The Award promotes the very best of what Surrey has to offer and celebrates those organisations who share the values of supporting the local environment.
The partnership reflects Citywide’s focus on sustainability and their strapline of ‘do something today that your future self will thank you for”.
Clinton Askew, Chief Executive Officer for Citywide Financial Partners said ‘this partnership reflects our key values of trust, care and aspiration. We will be working closely with Surrey Hills Enterprises on their exciting programme to support this special area. The partnership is launching alongside our brand new set of portfolios that conform to stronger Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. We know that for many of our clients, priorities are shifting and it’s no longer just economic factors that are important when investing.”
Simon Whalley, Chairman of Surrey Hills Enterprises, said: “We are delighted to be working with Clinton and his team at Citywide Financial Partners. With the growing focus on sustainability, we have the opportunity to make a real difference for current and future generations and protect our beautiful Surrey Hills countryside and heritage”.
The partnership includes developing a range of exciting events, festival and outdoor activities for local communities and visitors. To find out more – www.surreyhills.org
About Citywide Financial Partners:
Citywide Financial Partners specialise in financial advice and wealth management for families, professional and entrepreneurs wanting to make the most of their future. Unifying personal goals, lifestyle and wealth, offering expert support families can depend upon – today and for generations to come.
With a reputation for innovation, insight and excellence, they pride themselves on their relationships with clients and their families – providing one-on-one support and a uniquely structured approach to wealth management, the Financial Success Programme™. Through this, Citywide offer a range of services including investment consulting, retirement advice, capital protection, intergenerational wealth planning, life coaching, inheritance tax and estate planning. They build on robust academic research and decades of experience to provide objective financial advice to the highest standards of fiduciary duty, integrity and excellence.
Gemma explains the profound effect the experience had on her:
Visiting the Intensive Care Unit of The Royal Surrey Hospital in Guildford on Wednesday (10 February), Gemma gifted 25 Key Worker Care Packs to those working on the frontline of the Covid crisis.
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