Pictures of Surrey

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

Farnham (35 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Surrey

It was King Caedwalla of Wessex who, in 688 bestowed the Manor of Farnham on the Bishop's of Winchester...

Shepperton (24 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Surrey

The charming village of Shepperton was once the haunt of legendary highwayman Dick Turpin who is said to have visited the village's 400 year hostelry - the atmospheric Anchor Hotel overlooking Church Square...

Woking (24 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Surrey

In the 17th-century the old part of Woking was a thriving market town with a lively population...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Surrey

Chilworth Manor (1 Pictures)

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Claremont Landscape Garden (21 Pictures)

One of the first and finest gardens of the English Landscape style...

Farnham Castle (3 Pictures)

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Newlands Corner (35 Pictures)

A popular picnic area and beauty spot near Guildford, Surrey..

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