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Surrey - Historic County - England

Key Towns - Battersea Brixton Clapham Croydon Dorking Epsom Farnham Guildford Haslemere Kingston Upon Thames Leatherhead Reigate Richmond Southwark Wandsworth Wimbledon Woking

Surrey - Historic County - England Surrey one of the Home Counties and the most heavily wooded county in England. The Surrey hills are designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and cover one quarter of the county; They include the chalk slopes of the North Downs, with Leith Hill the highest summit in south-east England. Box Hill is one of the best-known summits of the North Downs. Polesden Lacey where the late Queen Mother and King George VI spent part of their honeymoon. Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew with its world-renowned collection of plants. Set amongst the rolling hills of the Surrey countryside is the University town of Guildford, with its cobbled high street magnificent Castle, Cathedral and extensive shopping centre. Loseley Park an early Elizabethan mansion, has a walled garden and chapel all set in 1400 acres of rolling countryside. The River Wey passes through some of the most beautiful countryside in Surrey. The famous Epsom Downs racecourse is located in Surrey, home of the Derby. Hampton Court Palace, the most celebrated of Surrey’s attractions, with its maze, costumed characters and fine walk along the river Thames.
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Something for Everyone Set amongst the rolling hills of the Surrey countryside, is the historic town of Guildford with its cobbled High Street, quality shops and designer stores. Guildford is a vibrant historic town with museums, fine restaurants, beautiful parks, a cathedral and also a castle. In a 17th century house is the towns musuem, where you can discover the history of the area. The museum houses the largest collection of archaeology and local historical exhibits in Surrey. Outside take a relaxing stroll along the River Wey or hire hire a boat for a day and discover this picturesque river. In the evening book yourself on a ghost tour and find out about Guildford's most haunted building. Explore the remains of the castle built during the reign of King Henry II, or book a seat at the country's leading regional theatre with it's two auditoriums. Guildford is the gateway to some of the most stunning scenery in the South East of England, and is only thirty minutes by rail from London and just a short drive from the M25. The town also hosts an annual early summer music festival, so Guildford has something for everybody!		Explore the Surrey Hills with Llamas Imagine having your very own llama for a day walking in the outstanding natural beauty of the Surrey Hills, with it’s unique flora, fauna and history. Gentle and friendly llamas will carry your picnic as you lead them through the spectacular North Downs from the high points of which you can see as far as the English Channel. Llamas are wonderful animals, each with their own individual character and personality. They have an incredibly calming and therapeutic influence and make the ideal companion for trekking. There are a variety of routes and treks, individually tailored to suit customer’s fitness, ability and dietary needs. Llamas are affectionate, intelligent and alert and will draw your attention to things you would never normally notice. Llamas give you the opportunity of a truly unforgettable experience - a great way to unwind or a wonderful gift for that special anniversary or birthday that you will treasure forever.
Walking Walking in Surrey Andover Heritage and Poetry Trail Renaissance Trail Oxford Canal Walk	Locations Surrey Hills AONB Leith Hill Hydon's Ball And Heath Frensham Little Pond	Events Claygate Flower Show Guildford Intl Music Festival Guildford Summer Festival Hampton Court Palace Flower Show	Snippets Ham House GhostS