Local meetings, events and activities. Stay informed, get involved and connect with others. For ongoing weekly activities, keep scrolling or click here. If you’d like an event listed, please email chessingtondra50@gmail.com
Chessington Memories at the King’s Centre
CDRA is delighted that residents’ memories and photos of Chessington over the past 50 years and more, collected to mark the association’s 50th anniversary last year, are on show at the King’s Centre in Coppard Gardens. Thanks to Ben and Sarah at the King’s Centre for their support.
The King’s Centre is a brilliant local hub – home to a church, café, meeting rooms, and a wide range of free and low-cost activities for all ages.
Storytime Stars!
Drop in sessions for families and children. Come and listen to some fun stories to kick off the weekend and earn a star. All ages welcome.
Lunar New Year Celebrations
Culture and cooking charity event. Learn to make Cantonese sweet friend dumplings, make new year decorations and design your own spring couplet.
Drop-in sessions with local police team at King’s Centre
The Chessington South and Malden Rushett Metropolitan Police run informal drop-in sessions at King’s Centre Chessington, where residents can meet the local Safer Neighbourhoods team to discuss issues and concerns.
Drop-in sessions with local police team at Hook Library
The Hook and Chessington North Metropolitan Police run informal drop-in sessions at Hook and Chessington Library, where residents can meet the local Safer Neighbourhoods team to discuss issues and concerns.
The Fircroft Trust Fundraising Quiz
Eat, drink and tease your brain for a good cause. Raffle with wine and chocolate hampers. All proceeds support local people living with learning disabilities, autism and mental health challenges. For further information, email kathleen@thefircrofttrust.org.
Imagination Station!
Unleash your creativity at Imagination Station! Come along for a fun self-led craft session. Let your imagination run wild! Suitable for children aged 5+, parental supervision required.
February Makers Market
The Horton’s atrium and performance space will be filled with market stalls selling craft products and artworks made by artists and artisans from Epsom, Surrey and across the South East. Stalls will include jewellery, textile crafts, ceramics, artwork & prints… and so much more.
Connect: Tales from a Concord pilot
Connect with friends, community and church. These regular Connect sessions include a short talk or presentation followed by tea, coffee and homemade cake. First visit free, then £1 per session.
Call the King’s Centre on 020 8391 5522 for more information.
Drop-in sessions with local police team at Hook Library
The Hook and Chessington North Metropolitan Police run informal drop-in sessions at Hook and Chessington Library, where residents can meet the local Safer Neighbourhoods team to discuss issues and concerns.
Free Family Bike Ride
Whatever your age or ability, boost your cycling confidence on one of Kingston Cycling Campaign’s regular group bike rides. The rides are fun and free. The next local leisurely ride starts at Manor Park Recreation Ground. It’s an easy-paced 6.5 mile ride will take in four different boroughs crossing into Epsom and Ewell, Sutton and through Merton on the journey back to Kingston. With ride marshals to keep everyone safe, the aim is to encourage more people of all ages, genders and abilities to consider using a bike for local journeys, whether to school, church, the shops, work or just for pleasure.
Drop-in sessions with local police team at Hook Library
The Hook and Chessington North Metropolitan Police run informal drop-in sessions at Hook and Chessington Library, where residents can meet the local Safer Neighbourhoods team to discuss issues and concerns.
History of Epsom Common
Take a peek into Epsom Common’s past with a member of the Countryside Team. Discover its links to nonks, Romans and Epsom Salts up to its present day and its importance for wildlife. Meet at the Stew Pond Car Park.
Connect: Quiz Time
Connect with friends, community and church. These regular Connect sessions include a short talk, presentation or activity followed by tea, coffee and homemade cake. First visit free, then £1 per person.
Drop-in sessions with local police team at Hook Library
The Hook and Chessington North Metropolitan Police run informal drop-in sessions at Hook and Chessington Library, where residents can meet the local Safer Neighbourhoods team to discuss issues and concerns.
Spring Sounds
Get hands-on with music at Spring Sounds! This interactive event invites families and local residents to dive into the world of sound, regardless of experience. From complete beginners and returning players to dedicated students, there’s a space for everyone to explore their musical side. Enjoy a day of creativity, community, and discovery.
Kingston Volunteer Fair 2026
Are you looking to begin volunteering in Kingston? Come along to this volunteer fair – a great opportunity to meet local and nationwide organisations and find the right role for you. Opportunities include: weekend and evening volunteering, work experience, one-off and season, and remote. No need to register, just turn up.
Drop-in sessions with local police team at Hook Library
The Hook and Chessington North Metropolitan Police run informal drop-in sessions at Hook and Chessington Library, where residents can meet the local Safer Neighbourhoods team to discuss issues and concerns.
Celebrate Chessington
A fabulous family-friendly free event with fairground rides, face painting, fun activities, stalls, tombola, music and refreshments and much more. CDRA will have a stall – do come by and say hello.
Animal Magic – the story of Chessington Zoo
Celebrating the history of Chessington Zoo through artefacts, stories and memories.
Other ongoing events and activities
Chessinton Junior Chess Club
Mondays (term time), 7-8pm
The King's Centre
Coppard Gardens, Chessington, KT9 2GZ
Chessington Junior Chess Club is a volunteer-led club dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and educational environment for children in the area to learn and play chess.
Cost: £7 per session (plus £30 annual membership). £5 first trial session.
Find out more
Chessington Youth Club
Thursdays, 6.30-8.30pm (term time only)
Chessington Sports Centre
Garrison Lane, Chessington KT9 2JS
Drop-in youth club for young people aged 10–16 years to socialise and engage in sports, games, music, planning trips and more. A safe space to chill and hang out with friends.
For more information, contact Gary Weston-Shaw on gary.weston-shaw@achievingforchildren.org.uk or 07717 541616.
Chessington Community Fridge and Pantry
Tuesdays and Saturdays, 10am-1pm
St Mary’s Centre
Church Lane, Chessington KT9 2DR
Run by volunteers, this New Era Community project is committed to reducing food waste. Surplus items are collected from supermarkets and provided to the public. New Era strives to nourish lives and prevent good food from ending up in landfills.
Repair Cafe Kingston
First Saturday of every month, 10.30am-1pm
Kingston Library
Fairfield Road, Kingston on Thames, KT1 2PS
The Repair Café Kingston offers a friendly space where residents can bring broken items to be fixed with help from volunteer repairers. Visitors can watch, learn, chat, and enjoy refreshments. It saves money, waste, and carbon. The service is free, with optional donations, and is run by Transition Town Kingston.
Knit and Natter at Hook and Chessington Library
Fridays, 11am-12.30pm
Hook and Chessington Library
Hook Road, Chessington KT9 1EJ
Knitting and crochet group. Just bring your wool and a chat! Free. Booking not required. Contact 020 8547 5006.
Square 1 Cafe Chessington
Fridays 11.30am-3pm
Chessington Sports Centre (inside Chessington School grounds)
Garrison Lane, Chessington KT9 2JS
Square 1 Café is a well-being, safe and inclusive space provided to anyone of any age experiencing isolation, loneliness or hardship – or who just want some friendly company and a chat, to play games, watch a movie or listen to music. Run by New Era Community Projects.
Sisterhood Choir
Tuesdays, 11am-12.30pm (term time only)
Voices of Hope
161A Clarence St, Kingston on Thames KT1 1QT
As the name suggests, this is a choir for women. A great way to make lasting friendships whilst having huge fun! It is free of charge, and you will get to sing a wide range of songs. No previous experience necessary, if you love to sing, you’re in! Just turn up on the day.
Kitchen Roots Community Cafe
Tuesdays, 12.45-2.00pm
St Mary’s Centre
Church Lane, Chessington KT9 2DR
Kitchen Roots Community is a new social enterprise working with The Community Brain to provide healthy, tasty, sustainable meals for the local community. Join us for lunch or a hot drink. Eat in or take away on a 'pay what you can' basis. No booking needed; just drop in.
Weekly Bridge Club at Hook and Chessington Library
Wednesdays at 2pm
Hook Library
13 Hook Road, Chessington KT9 1EJ
Fancy having a go at playing bridge in a friendly, relaxed environment? Head to Hook Library. No experience necessary and sessions are free. Find out more by calling 020 8547 5006 or emailing hook.library@kingston.gov.uk
Open Cafe Warm Space
Mondays, 8.30-11am
St Mary’s Centre
Church Lane, Chessington KT9 2DR
We host a Monday morning coffee drop-in at the St Mary’s Centre from 8:30am to 11:00am, offering tea, coffee, biscuits and the occasional cake (no charge). Come along for a chat and a warm drink. Feel free to invite any friends, neighbours or relatives who might enjoy some company – they’ll be very welcome.
Social Sketching Sessions with the Chessington Art Group
Fridays, 2-4pm
Hook Library
13 Hook Road, Chessington KT9 1EJ
Anyone is welcome to come along and join in. The sessions are an informal opportunity to sketch any subject or a “set piece” that may be flowers, an object of interest, the surroundings or maybe even a live model occasionally. Sessions are restricted to pencil sketching, but all mediums are catered for at our regular Thursday meetings.
Free Community Family Tennis Sessions
Saturdays, 1.30-2.30pm
Chessington Sports Centre
Garrison Lane, Chessington KT9 2JS
A new initiative aimed at getting families to spend more time together while being active in their local community. These fun, game-based tennis sessions involve the whole family. Aimed at families with children aged 4-10 (not exclusively). All abilities welcome and all equipment provided. Parents/guardians to take part and help out at the sessions.
Rhymetime at Hook and Chessington Library
Wednesdays, 10.30am (term time only)
Hook and Chessington Library
Hook Centre, Hook Road, Chessington KT9 1EJ
Songs and Rhymes sessions last around 30 minutes and are suitable for children under five. Held during term time only, Rhymetime operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend arriving early. Come along for a fun singsong! Free of charge, no booking required.
Bereavement Cafe at the King's Centre
First Saturday of the month, 10-11.30am
King's Centre
Coppard Gardens, Chessington KT9 2GZ
Are you struggling with the loss of a loved one? Would you find it helpful meeting other people who feel the same as you? Come along to the Bereavement Cafe at the King's Centre.
Team Surbiton – walk and talk group for men
Tuesdays, 6.30pm
Surbiton Train Station
Glenbuck Road entrance
Want to get more active? Fancy a chat? This is the place for you. Come along and join a free weekly walk and talk group for men. Contact 07397 501110 or email theproperblokesclub@gmail.com for more details.
Phoenix Social Club for over 60s
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 10am-4pm
King's Centre
Coppard Gardens, Chessington KT9 2GZ
Would you like to join a social club for senior people and make new friends? Don't be lonely, come along and have some fun and companionship. The club meets Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 10am-4pm at the King's Centre, Coppard Gardens. You are welcome to join in any of the activities and any outings, this includes a small art section that meet on Tuesday mornings.
For more information call Maureen Barney on 020 8287 0162 or pop in on any of the days the club is on.
Move it or Lose it
Tuesdays, 1.30-2.30pm
£6 per class. First class free.
King's Centre
Coppard Gardens, Chessington KT9 2GZ
Turn back the clock with this fun and friendly exercise class to improve balance and confidence, mobility and flexibility, strength and independence.
For further information contact Lucy on 07411 579191.
Dancing Books
Wednesdays 14th January - 25th March
11.00-11.40am and 11.50am-12.30pm
Hook and Chessington Library
Hook Centre, 13 Hook Road, Chessington KT9 1EJ
Fun active FREE sessions for children under 4 and their carers, Dancing Books encourages early literacy, phonetics, imagination and storytelling through creative movement. Run by Dance West, the teachers make learning to love books an exciting adventure. Sessions are engaging, interactive and designed to support your child's development.
Singalong
1st & 3rd Mondays of the month
The Corner House Community Arts Centre
116 Douglas Road, Surbiton, KT6 7SB
If you enjoy singing old favourites —from classic musicals to much-loved pop songs of the 1930s–70s —come and join Singalong. This welcoming group is especially suited to people with dementia and their carers, but everyone is invited. We provide song sheets, plus tea and cake to enjoy together.
Free to join. Booking not required.
For more information, please email singalongkt6@gmail.com
Bowls Club at the King's Centre
Tuesdays, 2-4pm (except 3rd and 17th March, 21st April 2026)
The King's Centre
Coppard Gardens, Chessington, KT9 2GZ
These Tuesday sessions are open to all, regardless of age or ability. Whether you are an experienced bowler or new to the game, everyone is welcome. Equipment and tuition provided.
Free.
Call the King's Centre on 020 8391 5522 for more information.
Forever Active Mind and Body
Wednesdays 11.35-12.35am
Tolworth Recreation Centre
Fullers Way North, Tolworth KT6 7LQ
Low impact workout for the over 50s designed to reduce your stress levels, improve posture, balance, flexibility and leave you feeling calm and centred.
Cost: £4.35.