Photo: David Howard, CC BY-SA 2.0Cranleigh is a large village between the Surrey Hills and the Sussex border, with the Downs Link path following the old railway line through it.
Photo: Alan Hunt, CC BY-SA 2.0A hillside arboretum of more than 1,000 trees and shrubs planted by Dr Wilfrid Fox, running down to a lake and boathouse, and famous for its autumn colour. A visitor centre with a café and shop sits at the top.
Woodland, heathland and farmland around the highest point in south-east England, topped by a tower with views towards London and the Channel. Trails lead through ancient woods, the Rhododendron Wood planted by Caroline Wedgwood and the open heath of Duke's Warren.
Photo: Michael Garlick, CC BY-SA 2.0A flint-walled Saxon and Norman church in the parkland of Albury Park, cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust. Inside is a medieval wall painting of St Christopher and a richly decorated mortuary chapel remodelled by A W N Pugin for the Drummond family.
Photo: AndyScott, CC BY-SA 4.0The remains of more than 100 buildings from a gunpowder works that once filled the Tillingbourne valley, now a peaceful woodland walk and a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Leaflets at the entrances explain the history.
A volunteer-run museum of everyday life in the parish of Shere, Gomshall and Peaslake, in a village that appears in the Domesday Book. Several exhibitions are staged each year.
Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0A family-run boat hire business on the River Wey at Godalming, hiring self-drive day narrowboats for up to ten people. After 30 to 45 minutes' tuition you cruise through locks and meadows towards Guildford and back.
A craft gin distillery beside the spring-fed Silent Pool, a small lake below the North Downs known for its clear blue water and its legend involving King John. You can taste and buy in the shop, take a guided tour or sit on the terrace overlooking the water.
Photo of Cranleigh: David Howard, CC BY-SA 2.0The touring Santa Show visits Cranleigh Arts Centre for one afternoon, with Dotty the Elf, Pompom the Penguin and Dasher the Reindeer. Each child receives a specially wrapped present from Santa after the show.
Photo of Cranleigh: David Howard, CC BY-SA 2.0Cranleigh and District Lions Club run a traditional village bonfire night with a torchlit procession along the high street to the Common. The firework display is set to music, and money raised helps people in the Cranleigh area.
Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0Ten giant gnome characters inspired by Scandinavian folklore are hidden around the Upper Arboretum. Families pick up a booklet, complete challenges and collect an embossing at each gnome.
Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0Godalming's town fireworks are held at Guildford Rugby Club's Broadwater ground on the edge of the town. Outside bars, food outlets and children's funfair rides keep families busy before the display, with funds going to local charities.
Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0Godalming Town Council switches on the town's Christmas lights at the Pepperpot, the old market house in the centre of town. It is a short, free community gathering on a Sunday evening.
Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0Godalming Town Council lines the High Street, Church Street and Crown Court with festive stalls selling crafts, decorations, food, drink and unusual gifts. It is held on a separate day from the lights switch-on.
Photo: Michael Garlick, CC BY-SA 2.0A flint-walled Saxon and Norman church in the parkland of Albury Park, cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust. Inside is a medieval wall painting of St Christopher and a richly decorated mortuary chapel remodelled by A W N Pugin for the Drummond family.
A volunteer-run museum of everyday life in the parish of Shere, Gomshall and Peaslake, in a village that appears in the Domesday Book. Several exhibitions are staged each year.
A craft gin distillery beside the spring-fed Silent Pool, a small lake below the North Downs known for its clear blue water and its legend involving King John. You can taste and buy in the shop, take a guided tour or sit on the terrace overlooking the water.
Woodland, heathland and farmland around the highest point in south-east England, topped by a tower with views towards London and the Channel. Trails lead through ancient woods, the Rhododendron Wood planted by Caroline Wedgwood and the open heath of Duke's Warren.
Photo: Michael Garlick, CC BY-SA 2.0A flint-walled Saxon and Norman church in the parkland of Albury Park, cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust. Inside is a medieval wall painting of St Christopher and a richly decorated mortuary chapel remodelled by A W N Pugin for the Drummond family.
Photo: AndyScott, CC BY-SA 4.0The remains of more than 100 buildings from a gunpowder works that once filled the Tillingbourne valley, now a peaceful woodland walk and a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Leaflets at the entrances explain the history.
A volunteer-run museum of everyday life in the parish of Shere, Gomshall and Peaslake, in a village that appears in the Domesday Book. Several exhibitions are staged each year.
