Surrey Weekender Reunion

13 - 15 June 2025

Surrey Weekender tickets cost £75 each. Ticket sales close at 5pm on Friday 6 June, or sooner if the event becomes fully booked.

Campus accommodation is available and can be added to your booking at £58 per night (including breakfast) per single room.

We’ve done all the organising — now it’s time for you to enjoy!

Reuniting with old friends doesn’t have to be complicated — we’ve taken care of all the planning, so you can simply turn up and have a fantastic time at the Surrey Weekender.

This is your chance to reconnect with fellow alumni, reminisce about your student days, and experience campus life once again — all without the hassle of making complicated arrangements. And for the full throwback experience, you can even stay in the halls of residence! Just like old times, but with fewer exams and more fun.

From exciting events and campus tours to relaxed social gatherings, we’ve put together a weekend full of opportunities to catch up, celebrate, and rediscover everything you loved about Surrey. All you need to do is book your place — we’ll take care of the rest!

So why not gather your Surrey friends and make a weekend of it? 

We can’t wait to welcome you back!

Start planning your weekend

When you check-in, you'll receive a programme and map but why not have a sneak preview!

Parking

When you arrive, please park in the following car parks - Senate House, East (Millennium House) and Central (Lakeside). If these are full, please park in the North car park. Parking is free but you need to register through the following link:

Register for free parking

Check in and check out

Please head to Senate House reception to check in and collect your keys, programme and map. Our reception desk is open at the following times:

  • Friday: 4-7 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am -3 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 12 noon

If you arrive outside of these times, the Senate House reception or Security (press the silver buzzer on the door), will be able to help you.

What to bring

  • Reusable water bottle
  • Reusable coffee cup

Dress code

The dress code for the weekend is casual, with the exception of the Drinks Reception and Alumni Dinner on Saturday evening where the dress code is smart.

 

Your schedule for the weekend

All activities are included in your ticket except lunch on Saturday. 

Friday:

  • 4pm - 7pm: Arrival, registration and accommodation key-collection
  • 6.30pm - 8.30pm: Party by the Lake: A welcome drink (soft or alcoholic) and dinner – your choice of BBQ, fish and chips or paella and a sweet treat to finish - is included in your ticket
  • 8.30pm - 9.30pm: Quick fire quiz at Hari's Bar - included in your ticket
  • Hari's Bar will be open until 11.30pm to enjoy a relaxing drink with friends.

Saturday:

  • 8am - 10am: Breakfast in Hillside Restaurant (for those staying in campus accommodation and included in your accommodation cost)
  • 10am - 5pm: The Nest is open for you to sit and unwind
  • 10am, 10.30am and 11am: Campus and library tours led by current students
  • 12pm - 2pm: Lunch at Wates House (not included in your ticket)
  • 10am - 2pm: Come and share your Surrey stories at our Story Booth in The Nest. The Alumni Team will also be on hand to answer any questions
  • 12pm - 4pm: Visit the Archives Display in the Green Room
  • 2pm - 3pm: Join Alan Sutherland's fascinating Campus History Talk exploring the myths and legends of Surrey!
  • 3.15pm - 5pm: Listen to a series of quick fire research talks with leading Surrey researchers - click on link to find out more
  • 6pm - 6.45pm: Kick off the evening with a pre-dinner drinks reception in our Amphitheatre
  • 7pm - 9.30pm: Gala Alumni Dinner with musical entertainment from the University's Big Band
  • 9.30pm - 2am: Big Night Out where you can dance through the decades in the Students Union. 

Sunday:

  • 8am - 10am: Breakfast in Hillside Restaurant (for those staying in campus accommodation and included in your accommodation cost)
  • 8am - 12noon: Check out at Senate House reception
  • 7am - 8pm: Visit Surrey Sports Park with free swimming and gym access
  • Anytime: Take our self-guided walking tour of the Manor Park campus
  • 11am: Join a Guildford Walking Tour with the Guildford Town Guides (£5 cash, meet under Guildhall Clock in Guildford High Street)
  • Enjoy free time to visit Guildford town centre or relive your graduation by visiting the Cathedral. 

Frequently asked questions

Find out more about Surrey Weekender 2025 below. If you have a question that isn't answered please contact us at alumni@surrey.ac.uk for more details.

Surrey Weekender 2025 FAQs