From Grayshott to the Big Screen

Local blacksmith and Hidden Gardens favourite releases debut feature film!

Bladesmith, Rod makes swords for museums, TV and film

Grayshott is full of creative talent, and this summer one of our own is stepping into the spotlight. Village resident Rod Hughes — well known to many as the owner and operator of our village forge, and as one of our regular Hidden Gardens hosts — has completed his first feature film, an ambitious retelling of the Anglo‑Saxon epic Beowulf.

Rod’s film will be screened at Farnham Maltings on 25 July, offering a fantastic opportunity to support a local maker bringing a classic story to life. With Beowulf currently taught on the school curriculum, it’s also a brilliant family outing — a chance for young people to see the tale in a fresh, accessible way.

Hidden Gardens of Grayshott is proud to celebrate the achievements of our volunteers and supporters, and we extend a warm thank you to Rod for his continued support of the event. His creativity and community spirit are part of what makes Grayshott such a vibrant place to live.

Tickets are on sale now, so gather the family and enjoy an evening of local filmmaking talent on the big screen.