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Surrey

Surrey

A slice of countryside just outside London

Surrey

Experience Surrey

Nestled just southwest of the city of London is Surrey — one of England’s oldest counties. Offering an eclectic mix of new and old, there is plenty to see and do in Surrey from Guildford’s book festival to the Denbies Wine Estate, England’s largest vineyard. Heavily wooded, Surrey’s countryside is much loved for walking, horseback riding, and relaxing drives.

Did you know

  • England’s most heavily wooded county, much of it open commons with numerous pathways
  • The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford is the heart of Surrey’s cultural scene
  • Home to many Victorian-era stately residences and buildings, including Loseley Park manor and Polesden Lacey, an Edwardian regency villa
  • The Brooklands Museum commemorates the creation of the automobile
  • Atop the tower on Leith Hill the horizon stretches from the coast all the way to central London

Things to do in Surrey

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Surrey is known for its rolling countryside and vast woodlands. Its impressive collection of picturesque villages, glorious gardens, royal palaces and ancient castles have helped it gain a fantastic reputation and a destination with plenty of things to do. 

Located only half an hour away from the city of London by train, Surrey offers its visitors the best of both worlds.

After spending the day pondering the bustling city streets, retreat to the placid surroundings of the beautiful Surrey countryside.

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