History and Heritage
Surrey is a treasure trove of history waiting to be discovered.
Visit Stane Street, the Roman Road visible at Mickleham, following part of the A24 or walk to the iron age fort at Holmbury Hill. Go back in time to the signing of the great charter, the Magna Carta at Runnymede in 1215 or picnic amongst the early English monastic ruins at Waverley Abbey.
For something a little more recent discover the Rural Life Centre, a museum of village life, trades and crafts. Enjoy a walk around the glorious 18th century gardens of Painshill Park or sit in Concorde at Brooklands Museum.
For more information on the history of Surrey and its towns and villages visit Surrey History Centre
Guildford Union Workhouse - The Spike
Location: Guildford
It is 1906 the Guildford Union Workhouse, visible for miles, hovers over the town; a dreadful...
Farnham Castle
Location: Farnham
The former residence of the Bishops of Winchester and Guildford, Farnham Castle dates from Norman...
Surrey History Centre
Location: Woking
Surrey Heritage at the Surrey History Centre preserves and interprets the county’s written,...
Guildford Castle
Location: Guildford
Guildford Castle features 2 model displays, and a viewing platform offering panoramic views of...
Polesden Lacey
Location: Nr Dorking
This country retreat, with glorious views across the rolling Surrey Hills and acres of countryside...
Hatchlands Park
Location: Guildford
Built in 1756 and set in a Repton park, Hatchlands has splendid interiors by Robert Adam and houses...
