Fancy a Gareth Malone style choir experience? The Rose Theatre in Kingston upon Thames is offering up to 100 budding singers the chance to rehearse and perform a Valentine’s themed public concert in one day. It’s a challenging, exhausting experience, working with a professional musical director and singers but the concert at the end of is something participants will never forget! No previous choir experience necessary. A place costs just £25 and the next course is on 17 February. To book call 08444 821 556 or consult: http://www.rosetheatrekingston.org/rose-plus-welcome

Visitors can combine the experience with an overnight stay at boutique property Chase Lodge Hotel from just £85 per night, for two on a bed & breakfast basis (www.chaselodgehotel.com). Alternatively book a night at the Holiday Inn from £79 for two with breakfast (http://www.hikingston.co.uk/). For more information on Kingston go to www.kingstonfirst.co.uk