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Exploring the most picturesque & historic places to visit in the county of Surrey, England.

About the county of Surrey

In the South-East of England lies the County of Surrey. Although, due to boundary changes much of Northern Surrey has now been dissolved into Greater London. In the county town of Guildford you can explore its wealth of interesting history and admire its sheer beauty. Local attractions include, Guildford Cathedral set in 20 acres of green parkland, Guildford Castle, which dates back to 1066 and Loseley Park, an outstanding example of Elizabethan architecture built by Sir William More in 1562. Since 1780 the market town of Epsom has held the annual and worldwide famous 'Epsom Derby' horse race which continues to attract many visitors from far and wide.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Surrey

Cobham Mill, Surrey

Cobham (40 Pictures)

in the county of Surrey

Cobham Mill rests on a picturesque stretch of the river surrounded by dipping weeping willows and graceful swans...

Hampton Court Palace and Gardens - Privy Garden and South Facade

East Molesey (84 Pictures)

in the county of Surrey

This picturesque pleasant place is fortunate to lie between the waters of the historic River Thames and the River Mole. It is perhaps best known for Hampton Court Palace, the building started by Cardinal Wolsey in 1514...

Wonersh Church

Wonersh (4 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Surrey

Picturesque village on the road from Guildford to Cranleigh. Here visitors will find a wealth of timber-frame black and white properties dominating the narrow village streets, thus the village retains a lovely timeless atmosphere...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Surrey

From a distance (Guildford Castle)

Guildford Castle (27 Pictures)

This is one of the few castles that the French did manage to capture. It was one of three English castle's taken by the Dauphin.....

House at Hatchlands Park

Hatchlands Park (15 Pictures)

Escape from the city of London to this 18th-century mansion, with Adam interiors and collection of keyboard instruments, set in.....

Polesden Lacy June 2011

Polesden Lacey (127 Pictures)

Regency country house with renowned Edwardian interiors and gardens, set in beautiful downland countryside...

Display in Shere Museum

Shere Museum (1 Pictures)

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