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Discover the best top things to do in Surrey, United Kingdom including Brookwood Military Cemetery, Runnymede National Trust, Brookwood Cemetery, Mercedes-Benz World at Brooklands, Leith Hill, Alice Holt Forest, Royal Holloway, Waverley Abbey, The Lightbox, Nonsuch Park.
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1. Brookwood Military Cemetery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By 518TomR - Carryduff, United Kingdom
This is one of those strange locations that is a required visit as I believe everyone on occasion needs to be reminded of the enormous sacrifice others made for our today. Beautifully appointed and architecturally astute, a walk around these gardens and graves will sadden and illuminate simultaneously. Saddest of all perhaps are the graves of so many, so young, who died after hostilities ended in both world wars and to see names of, (again), so many young people who traveled half a world to lose their lives and end up here. Honour them with your presence just once.
2. Runnymede National Trust
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 331 reviews
The site where King John signed the Magna Carta, England's great icon of liberty and first expression of human rights, on June 15, 1215.
Reviewed By TalDarkLeanMean - Staines, United Kingdom
Runnymede in short is a combination of history and nature put in a blender with monuments, memorials flavour added on top, presented in an elegant English countryside setting. This lovely meadow/woodland is as historic as it can get. There is a huge WWI & II Airforce memorial, JFK Memorial, centuries old Yew tree, ancient monastery, modern open air artworks and in the centre of it all is the sealing of Magna Carta that set the tone for later governments to make speeches about. The whole area is managed by the trustworthy National Trust that also look after the mighty Stonehenge and of course the river Thames runs through it.
3. Brookwood Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By nergelag - London, United Kingdom
We live nearby but never tire of walks around the cemetery. If you haven't visited then make a point of going. There's history, quirky stuff and a lovely glade at the back of the site. Woking are making it more tourist friendly, let's hope that is done sensitively.
4. Mercedes-Benz World at Brooklands
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4.5 based on 1,778 reviews
Mercedes-Benz World is a great day out for the whole family and entry is free. With many exotic and rare cars on show every day, why not try one of our exhilarating Driving Experiences and if the kids are over 1.5m tall they can too. For the younger guests there is also our indoor Little Learners electric car track so that they can get behind the wheel of a Mercedes-Benz. The 1886 cafe offers everything from hot and cold drinks to a full lunch menu for all the family. If you want something a little more then why not dine in the Gullwing restaurant on the top floor with its viewing terrace over the driving action on the tracks. The Silver Arrows display team perform every weekend. Our shop offers many souvenirs new and old from the Mercedes range as well as the state-of-the-art golf simulator. All floors provide washroom facilities including disabled. Baby facilities are available and the whole family are welcome at Mercedes-Benz World.
Reviewed By MarkB629 - Watford, United Kingdom
Brilliant driving experience today at MB world with Mark Newman as our expert instructor, definitely would recommend for anyone looking to experience proper driving experience.
5. Leith Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 447 reviews
Reviewed By JanineW264 - Addlestone, United Kingdom
We parked in the Windy Car Park, which I believe is the closest car park, but not necessarily the easiest way to Leith Hill Tower. It was approximately 1/4 of a mile up very steep (and slippery steps, because of the inclement weather), and I would add, that if you have a lung condition, you would need to stop every few seconds to regain your breath - however, it took me about 20 minutes and I was very glad I did as the views are spectacular - 360 degrees from the top of the tower, which is free to National Trust Members. There are areas to stop off on the way up and there are picnic areas at the summit, as well as hot and cold drinks etc. There are easy to follow signposts to get one up and down the hill. I chatted with a very nice lady serving the drinks who recommended the Starveall car park as being the gentler, albeit slightly longer climb. One can also access Leith Hill from Ranmore Common and there were plenty of youth (probably doing their DofE) stopping to rest, have a drink and take in the views! My husband climbed the tower, which I attempted, but it really was a very tight, circular, and at times unlit stair case, so I came back down, but he said that at the top of the tower there is a table of what you are looking at view-wise. I would really welcome the National Trust placing such tables outside the tower for those who are unable/don't choose to climb the tower. It's truly a beautiful part of the North Downs and I would highly recommend it, despite the rainfall we endured!
6. Alice Holt Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 709 reviews
Reviewed By MatElaOsc - Normanton, United Kingdom
New year's day, great choice of walks and trails. Superb Gruffalo trail with wooden sculptures to find as well as some great children's play sculptures on the other trail. Our 3 year old loved climbing and exploring. Cafe us also great food always busy. But were able to eat outside on New Year's day!!
7. Royal Holloway
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4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By BrendaB619
My Great Neice from Italy is studying at The Royal Holloway and is very happy although she is far away from her family. We went to visit her and were impressed with her accommodation and the surroundings. The building is beautiful with lovely grounds.
8. Waverley Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By nnmercman - Camberley, United Kingdom
The Abbey’s about half way along main road between Farnham and Elstead. There’s a small car park and it’s only a short walk to the ruins past a lake full of bird and water life with mature trees and bushes on far bank in grounds of the large majestic house (private property). Didn’t realise ruins are part of English Heritage and when you read the main information panel you realise just how big the structure was back in the day before Henry VIII came to power (it was Britains first Cistercian Monastery). There are other information panels dotted around and a beautiful Yew tree sits towards left hand boundary. Near the car park is a WW2 gun emplacement which was a defensive position against any German invasion attempting to take the Hogs Back high ground. There’s a pleasant footpath just across the bridge on left (Moor Park Heritage trail) - it is signposted but it’s obvious adjacent home owners have attempted to hide access with plant pots. Footpath is just under a mile, flat and wide with some interesting views and things to see (Mother Ludlam’s cave and another gun emplacement) - you can also take one of the side trails down and across water meadows. Impressive Moor Park House is at end of trail and you can complete a circular walk along main road but it is definitely not advisable as there’s no verge/hard shoulder and cars drive at speed along it’s windy stretch. Best to visit both Abbey and trail during dry summer months as it can get very boggy under foot!
9. The Lightbox
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 241 reviews
The Lightbox is an award-winning charitable arts and heritage organisation with a social purpose to improve the wellbeing and quality of life of its community. We strongly believe that art has the power to make you feel good and we strive to ensure that this philosophy is at the heart of everything we do. Our diverse cultural programme includes exhibitions featuring world-renowned artists, local heritage, talks and tours, social events and arts and crafts workshops for all ages.
Reviewed By terrywallan - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
If you want a coffee or a snack in a quiet and comfortable environment choose the Lightbox Cafe. Service is fast and the environment relaxing. Soup, snacks, drinks, coffees and cakes all available at a reasonable cost. This is an excellent break point if you are walking along the canal as you pass through Woking.
10. Nonsuch Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 287 reviews
Reviewed By KateLondon_9 - London, United Kingdom
Lovely big park and a great place for a walk. Free parking. Little cafe with essentials for lunch. Will definitely make this a regular place for visits with the family.
