sorrel
SOCIALS
Tag along our curated series of events celebrating local craft, from coffee cuppings and latte‑art evenings to artists workshops and maker pop-ups.
We aim to bring the community together to spark conversations and inspire creation. Expect welcoming, hands-on sessions where you can taste, learn, make and meet.
If you’re a local artisan with a story tell our customers, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch at hello@sorrelsocial.com
COMING UP
Tails of South Africa: Adventures of a Wilderness Lodge
Date: 30.04.26
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Join Wayne Madeley as he shares his journey of running a wilderness lodge in South Africa with his family, offering a personal insight into the realities, challenges, and unforgettable moments of lodge life. From close encounters with incredible wildlife to the day-to-day adventure of living and working in nature, this is a chance to experience a world few get to see up close.
200 Years of Lotions, Potions and Skincare
Date: 28.05.26
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
From early lotions and remedies to tanning culture and modern sun protection; Dr Charlotte Mathieson’s research looks at how people have cared for, bronzed, and protected their skin over the past 200 years.From old-fashioned remedies to tanning crazes and modern sun protection, this is a lively look at how our relationship with the sun has changed over time.
Summer Salads with Steve Drake
Date: 25.06.26
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Michelin starred chef Steve Drake will share some of his summer favourites. Fresh and vibrant dishes designed for barbecues, garden parties, and relaxed summer entertaining.
past events
COCKTAILS 101 With Gavin Bennet
Date: 19.02.26
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Join Gavin for a cocktail experience packed with stories, origins, and essential technique. Learn the core pillars of cocktail making and build the confidence to make three cocktails at home. Perfect for beginners and seasoned cocktail lovers alike.
A life in records with ben’s records
Date: 18.12.25
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Ben will share his stories of selling vinyl in Guildford for 40 years.
christmas dinner planning with steve drake
Date: 27.11.25
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Michelin star chef Steve Drake will take you through his top for a stress free Christmas Day dinner.
the massacre on the mount, a talk by david stokes
Date: 29.01.26
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Professor David Stokes, explores the forgotten Guildford massacre of the Anglo-Saxon era, in his new novel Sermon of the Wolf. The story, rooted in a 1929 archaeological find, sheds light on a dark chapter of pre-Conquest England.
Around the world with the written word
Date: 26.03.26
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Steve is going to explain why he loves reading and writing, and he will recount some of the more amusing incidents he recorded along the travelled road.
Home barista skills social
Date: 30.10.25
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Experienced baristas Matt and Mitch will guide you through the tricks of the trade to elevate your coffee making at home, creating the perfect cup.