You may be aware that we are not holding a full week of Festival this year, to give some time to reflect on the way forward in a changed and changing world. But there are going to be some wonderful events, open to everyone at no cost. There is no need to book. Just come along. You will be made very welcome.
Monday 5 September - Monday 10 October TIME TO REMEMBER
Epsom used to have the largest cluster of psychiatric hospitals in Europe (and possibly in the world). Near the Hook Road arena is the Horton Cemetery, where over 9000 former residents of the hospital are buried in largely unmarked graves.
As part of this year’s Festival, every individual, family, charity, community group and organisation in the Borough is invited to paint a ceramic flower, obtainable from the Friends of Horton Cemetery stall in Epsom Market Place on Saturday 8 October or at St Barnabas’ Church, Temple Road, Epsom KT19 8HA on 10 October. It is hoped that 900 flowers will be painted and, in 2023, laid in memory of those who died.

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This concert with local musicians features a programme of great Nordic classics including Sibelius’ heroic 2nd Symphony, Nielsen’s graphic description of the Ionian sun and Grieg’s iconic Piano Concerto which will be performed by brilliant young British-Korean pianist Jinah Shim.

Jinah, who started learning the piano aged five, is an award-winning pianist and has performed in prestigious venues around the UK including London’s Wigmore Hall, Steinway Hall, St. Martin-in-the-Fields and St. James’s Piccadilly Church. She has also given recitals as a guest artist in Italy, France and Germany.

Adults £15, Senior 60+ £13, child (18months-15 yrs) £5

This year marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of English composer, Ralph Vaughan Williams. St Martin's Church choir conducted by Richard Dacey with organist Iain Macfarlane, leads a service of celebration and thanksgiving with some of Vaughan Williams' most celebrated sacred music in a building which he knew well and visited often.

Live modern jazz in a cabaret setting with licensed bar. Featuring top UK and international artists. Save the journey to London and its ticket prices and hear the best in your own Town from £10 to £15 per ticket only.

Based on the Victor Hugo novel with songs from the Disney film, The Hunchback of Norte Dame tells the story of Quasimodo, the hunchbacked bell-ringer of Notre Dame and his desire to be part of the outside world.

With a sweeping score and compelling story, The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a magical and unforgettable musical featuring powerful and emotive musical numbers such as ‘The Bells of Notre Dame’, ‘Topsy Turvy’ and ‘Top of the World’. Join us and be transported back in time to 15th century Paris to discover an epic tale of love, heroism and acceptance.

Epsom and Ewell Silver Band continue to enjoy competition success alongside a busy diary of concerts under their inspiring conductor Paul Graham. Come and judge for yourselves as the band performs popular hits from their latest playlist in the lively acoustic of St Martin's Church. Suitable for all ages.

Hear how the CWGC came into being and what its aims are today. Followed by a guided tour of some of the 229 war graves in Epsom Cemetery.

Hear how the CWGC came into being and what its aims are today. Followed by a guided tour of some of the 229 war graves in Epsom Cemetery.

Live modern jazz in a cabaret setting with licensed bar. Featuring top UK and international artists. Save the journey to London and its ticket prices and hear the best in your own Town from £10 to £15 per ticket only.

Since Opera Holloway last visited St Martin's, their star singers have made their international debuts and are in demand across the UK and overseas. This concert promises a programme of operatic favourites -a musical feast of solos and ensembles sung by local soprano, Callie Gaston, tenor William Branston and baritone Sam Oram. Enjoy some of opera's greatest moments from Faust, La Boheme, Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Don Giovanni and more in the glorious acoustic and visual setting of St Martin's church.

Epsom Choral Society, celebrating its Centenary this year, gives a performance of Handel's masterpiece, Messiah, with orchestra and outstanding soloists conducted by Julian Collings.