Discover History, Art & Heritage Across the Surrey

Step Into Surrey’s Story - explore the County’s Museums

Surrey is home to a fascinating range of museums spread across the county — around 40 in total, each offering a unique window into the stories of local people, historic moments, and remarkable achievements.

Our town museums showcase the rich heritage of their communities, with collections covering everything from social history to local industry. You’ll find them in towns such as Dorking, Godalming, Haslemere, Farnham, Guildford, and at Bourne Hall in Epsom, among others.

Surrey also boasts several independent and specialist museums, including Watts Gallery – the former home and gallery of celebrated Victorian artist G.F. Watts – and Brooklands Museum, the world-renowned birthplace of British motorsport and aviation. The Rural Life Centre in Tilford – an open-air museum bringing Surrey’s countryside heritage to life with historic buildings, vintage machinery, and hands-on exhibits.

For those keen to explore deeper into Surrey’s past, the Surrey History Centre in Woking is home to the county’s heritage team. Open to the public, it houses extensive collections of documents, photographs, and artefacts. The dedicated staff are passionate about preserving Surrey’s history and always happy to assist visitors in their research or exploration.

Use the highlights and details below to discover the museums of Surrey and plan your next visit.