What's on at The Surprise
Thu 19 Nov 2026
The arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau is always worth a little celebration! We’ll be raising a glass at The Surprise with…
Wed 09 Dec 2026
The Surprise Team invite you for an evening of traditional Christmas carols with the Christchurch Area Residents’ Association, complete with…
Festive datesa for your Diary
From long lunches and Christmas parties, to carols with our neighbours in front of the pub, Christmas Day and New…
Every Monday
Monday nights are for music at The Surprise. Ease into the week with live fireside jazz tunes. No need to…
Past Events at The Surprise
Tue 06 Oct 2026
Inn Good Company: Founders in conversation We’re thrilled to announce the next instalment of Inn Good Company at The Surprise…
Monday 21st September - Sunday 27th September
NEGRONI WEEK | 21st – 27th of SEPTEMBER A week dedicated to one of our favourite classics, with five variations…
Monday 7th - Saturday 12th September
La Grande Fête – French Week at The Surprise Monday 7th – Saturday 12th September Bonjour, French Week is coming…
Wed 09 Sep 2026
We’re thrilled to announce the next instalment of Inn Good Company at The Surprise – an intimate evening with the…
Sarturday 29th - Monday 31st August
Calling all bank holiday pub-goers! Back by popular demand, our Half Baked Cornish lobster, served with house salad and fries,…
From Wednesday 5th August - Sunday 9th August
Join us as we celebrate National Oyster Day with one of our favourite indulgences. From Wednesday 5th until Sunday 9th…
Sat 01 Aug 2026
Raise a glass to National Spritz Day with us at The Surprise. From midday until close, enjoy our collection of…
Throughout Wimbledon
Game, set, match… Wimbledon has arrived at The Surprise! Join us for the duration of the tournament and enjoy classic…
Monday 22nd - Saturday 27th June
For one week only, The Surprise is bringing the spirit of Spain to Chelsea with a week-long fiesta filled with…
Sun 21 Jun 2026
Join us on Sunday 21st June for seasonal specials, classic Sunday roasts and a complimentary pint of Devon-brewed Otter Brewery…
Everyday from 5-7pm
Ease into your evening at The Surprise with Yellow Hour, served daily from 5-7pm. From 15th May – 15th of…
Sunday 24th - Monday 25th May
To book-end a brilliant Flower Show week, we’re keeping the celebrations going across the Late May Bank Holiday weekend at…