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Sunday 6th July 2008

Places to go in Surrey

Surrey boasts a rich, historical past, unrivalled by many areas in the UK. Once upon a time, Kings were crowned at Kingston-upon-Thames and the Magna Carta was signed by King John at Runnymede. Due to this, there is a wealth of local museums, stately homes, parks and gardens among the green hills and valleys.

Local attractions

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Described as 'The Greatest Palace in Britain', Hampton Court has 500 years of history within its walls. Set in 60 …

  • Historic building

London's famous Kew Gardens are just moments away from the River Thames at Kew Bridge. What to see Highlights …

  • Leisure attraction

Boaters have enjoyed trips from Guildford to Weybridge on the River Wey since it first opened to barge traffic in …

  • Historic structure
  • Museum

This compact 14-lock flight lifts the canal over 95ft in pretty short order. From the top lock the canal passes …

  • Historic structure

A 17th century house resplendent with Stuart interiors and formal gardens. Ham House remains a lavish testimony to …

  • Garden
  • Historic building

Kew Palace, in the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, is currently closed to visitors. It is the least known of the …

  • Leisure attraction

This centre is the focus of much of the activity on the canal - rowing, boating, camping and caravaning. Also a …

  • Museum
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A pioneering new theatre development scheduled to open in 2006.

  • Leisure attraction

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