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
Around the world with the written word
Date: 26.03.26
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Before moving to Pewley Hill, Steve Markwell and family had lived in places as close-by as Merrow, and as far-off and exotic as the Netherlands, Paris, Durban Natal, Toronto, Hertfordshire ,and more! 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. He will read somes excerpts from his published work, including tales from Surrey Hills SuperHeroes and The Ginger Cat who Loved to Wander, both of which have local links.
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.
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.
past events
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.
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.