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Britain will host a four-day celebration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day, including a flypast, concert and a Westminster Abbey service, from Bank Holiday Monday on May 5 until Thursday May 8, 2025. VE Day, or Victory in Europe Day, commemorates the end of World War Two in…

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As part of this year’s Surrey Day celebrations, on Saturday May 10, we're asking you to Take the Lead and share your favourite local dog walks and dog-friendly destinations to enjoy with your four-legged friends (and piccies of your pooches, of course! Tag…

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As Surrey from the Sky is the high-flying theme for Surrey Day 2024 this May, we wanted to share some beautiful Surrey photography and video taken from hilltops and drones to mark the occasion. We hope you enjoy these highlights from our beautiful county. If you would like to…

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Taking place from Saturday June 21 to Sunday June 29, 2025, English Wine Week is the annual celebration of our blooming English wine and vineyard sector. Here in Surrey, we're blessed with a number of excellent vineyards, including the Vineyards of the Surrey Hills wine…

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Celebrating its 15 th anniversary, Brooklands Hotel near Weybridge has made a name for itself with its award-winning spa, elegant restaurant and bar and views across motoring history. Matthew Williams visits There are surely not too many places in England where you can relax with…

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A beacon of gastronomic excellence, a Michelin star is a prized possession for many an ambitious chef. It denotes that a restaurant offers exceptional food, service and ambiance, and it is a status that is recognised around the world. Earlier this month, the Michelin Guide Great…

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The Seven Hills restaurant at Hilton Cobham has ambitions to delight destination diners as well as hotel guests. Visit Surrey drops in to sample their new winter menu. Photos: (food and drink) Matthew Williams / interiors and lifestyle (Seven Hills) REVIEW: Hidden away in a…

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As cosy escapes from a blustery day go, hunkering down at Albury Organic Vineyard and Silent Pool Distillers for the first of their festive pairing experiences couldn't have been better planned. The Surrey Hills producers, both found at Silent Pool near Guildford, have…

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Celebrating 10 years of craftsmanship and flavour, Silent Pool Gin has unveiled its limited-edition 10th Anniversary Celebration Edition Gin in tribute to the passion, dedication and artistry that has defined Silent Pool Distillers since its very first launch. Reflecting the…

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Is there anything better than strolling into a cosy country pub from a bracing walk in the Surrey Hills countryside and settling down to a local pint and delicious meal showcasing the best seasonal produce? Matthew Williams visits The Merry Harriers in Hambledon, an historic…

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The custom of afternoon tea has been credited to Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, in the year 1840. The evening meal in her household was served fashionably late however The Duchess who would become hungry at around 4pm and would ask for a tray of tea, bread and cake to…

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In April and May, Surrey’s ancient woodlands come to life and are awash with carpets of much-loved bluebells. A true springtime joy, here are some suggestions for the best bluebell walks in Surrey – with handy pub stops near by for refreshments. Banstead Woods Holly…

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A new musical about Farnham by multi award-winning composer and lyricist Darren Clark (The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The Wicker Husband), Ordinary People heads to Farnham Maltings this summer promising to show there is nothing ordinary about ordinary people. Based on…

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There is just so much to experience during a visit to Surrey in 2025. Whether you love seeing beautiful gardens bloom, exploring arts and culture attractions, relaxing with fantastic food and drink or just taking some time to get lost and inspired in the Surrey Hills, here is a…

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One of the UK’s best loved cooks, keen gardener and RHS ambassador, Dame Mary Berry visited RHS Garden Wisley, near Woking, to place the last ‘self-raising flower’ on top of a 1.5m floral “cake” to celebrate the opening of the new Oudolf…

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Every year, the attention of the world’s horse racing fans turns to Surrey and the Derby festival at Epsom Downs racecourse. Known as the Greatest Flat Race in the World, the Epsom Derby was first run in 1780 and, while its name is now known around the world, it was…

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The UK's largest bird park, Birdworld in Farnham has announced multi-million-pound plans to transform into a year-round destination - with loveable creatures called ‘The Spriglets,’ inspired by the local natural landscape, taking a starring role. Through an…

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A trip to Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village is a fantastic day out for families, offering a unique blend of art, nature and history. There is so much to see and do, from exploring the galleries to creative activities. Here are five exciting things to keep the whole…

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Build a den, fly high on a rope swing, meet cute animals and bring a picnic to eat in a beautiful countryside setting. There’s plenty to do with younger kids in Surrey. Plan your family adventure Wild play at National Trust Hatchlands Park Fire up their imaginations with…

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Surrey is home to a number of stunning attractions. Whether you want to take in a little culture, visit a historic castle or explore the many scenic landscapes within the Surrey Hills you’re absolutely spoilt for choice here. So to help you decide what to do first, second…

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Spend a day or two exploring some of Surrey's most unique landmarks and discover breath-taking views. Here are a selection of places that you really won't want to miss. From the highest point in south east England to the site where King John signed the Magna Carta…

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With our historic architecture and natural beauty you’ll find that there are plenty of photogenic spots in Guildford. All are very popular with our local photographers, but which spots are the most Instagrammable? If you are looking to capture some Instagram-worthy shots…

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Discover more about the world of setjetting with Jeroen Huijsdens, a Dutch movie buff who runs the Fantastische Filmlocaties podcast about famous movies and the locations where they were filmed. Recently, Jeroen visit Surrey to explore our famous film locations and here he shares…

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With international film studios and London on the doorstep, Guildford and its surrounding villages have long been a top location choice for film makers and producers. With a host of Hollywood hits and prime time TV shows shot in the area, you never know who you might bump into…

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Surrey Hills Society has announced the completion of its collaborative project to create a book entitled ‘The Thousand Year Tree’ that tells the story through time of Surrey’s ancient trees. It is the culmination of a year-long project to bring a bud of an…

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While you may take Epsom Salts for granted these days for relaxing those aches and pains, did you know that they were first discovered in water with medicinal properties on Epsom Common in Surrey? In fact, Epsom was known as one of Britain’s earliest spa towns and thrived…

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Airing on Friday May 10, the day before Surrey Day, Polesden Lacey will be one of the central stories when Hidden Treasures of the National Trust returns to the BBC for a second series. Scheduled for 9pm on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer the programme will reveal new and compelling…

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Surrey has a number of interesting religious landmarks that span the ages, from medieval to modern. Surrey’s only cathedral at Guildford also happens to be one of the most modern in Britain. Until the early 20th century, Holy Trinity church on the High Street in Guildford…

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As the longest river in England, the River Thames spans an incredible 215 miles, with Surrey enjoying around 20 miles of it along its northern border. The Thames Path and other riverside paths mean the Surrey section of the river can be enjoyed in its entirety by avid walkers and…