General events and day trips
Join us to find out about some of the cultural festivals traditionally celebrated in Britain, including Advent, Christmas, Pancake Day, Easter and Guy Fawkes Night. Come on a trip to explore local places of interest or enjoy an activity such as boating or walking.
Transport back to campus, Manor Park & Hazel Farm will be available at the end of each event.
Where a ticket is required for an event, please obtain your ticket, or tickets, in advance. For tickets or further details about any of the events or about Friends International, please contact Julia Stevens: julia@friendsinternationalguildford.org.uk.
Autumn Term 2010
Wednesday 6th October: Welcome Party
For all students new to the University of Surrey!
Starbucks in GSA on the main campus, 7:45pm until 9:30pm.
The evening will include light refreshments and a dynamic multimedia presentation of life in Britain using professional photographs.
Join us to meet new friends from Britain and overseas, and use the opportunity to find out more about Friends International. Dress casually.
This event is free.
Saturday 6th November: "Guy Fawkes" Night
Firework Display & Bonfire
5pm until 11pm. Meet at 5pm outside the GSA Starbucks on campus.
Join us to see a fireworks display and bonfire commemorating the failure of the "Gunpowder Plot" Why is this event, that took place in 1605, still widely celebrated?
Come and find out!
We will go to a village about a half an hour from Guildford, which claims to be "The largest village in England".
The evening will end with a short talk on a Bible theme.
Returning to campus at 11:00pm approximately.
Please wear warm waterproof clothing and very strong footwear.
This event is free but places are very limited, so please book a ticket in advance by e-mailing julia@friendsinternationalguildford.org.uk.
December: A Celebration of Advent
Date to be decided;
Join us for a celebration with music, seasonal Christmas snacks and a talk about Advent. Come and find out what Advent is all about and the significance of Christmas. Dress casually.
Transport back to Campus, Manor Park and Hazel Farm will be available at the end of the event which will be at approximately 10:00pm.
This event is free but places are very limited, so please book your ticket in advance by e-mailing julia@friendsinternationalguildford.org.uk.