Whether you’re planning a hen party, group getaway or family celebration, Surrey is the perfect location. 

A mix of serene countryside, vibrant towns, and an abundance of restaurants and nightlife to enjoy, this is one of the best locations in the South East for a fun-filled weekend. 

 

Rest assured, you won’t struggle to have a good time. Whether you’re staying in a stylish urban apartment or in your own grand country home, we’ve got a selection of homes sporting swimming pools, hot tubs, tennis courts and games rooms.

 

 

 

 

 

If you need inspiration for your next party house, see which properties, locations, games and even guests our customers voted in ’The ultimate celebrity party house’.

 

 

Best activities to get up to in Surrey

 

Bursting with tonnes of things to do, if you and your group are looking for fun activities to get up, then have a look here. 

 

Thorpe Park

 

Location: Staines

Best for: Thrill-seekers

 

Thorpe Park theme park, just outside Staines-upon-Thames, is brimming with more than 30 thrill rides, family attractions and events. Go 0-80 miles per hour in less than two seconds on Stealth, the UK’s fastest rollercoaster. Or fly high on the horror-themed Saw ride, with a terrifying 100-degree vertical drop. 

 

Pit-stop nearby: The Kingfisher is a pretty pub that stands on the banks of the River Thames in nearby Chertsey. 

 

Denbies Wine Estate

 

Location: Dorking

Best for: Wine drinkers

 

Nestled in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Denbies Wine Estate is England’s largest vineyard. Join a tour, on the grounds, in this stunning family-run estate in Dorking.

 

Pit-stop nearby: The White Horse is a beautifully restored coaching inn dating back to the 13th century. 

 

Kew Gardens 

 

Location: Richmond

Best for: Plant lovers

 

Explore a sensational display of flora and fauna at Kew Gardens in Richmond. Boasting over 50,000 living plants, this UNESCO World Heritage Site includes a Japanese-inspired bamboo garden and 14,000 tree Arboretum. 

 

Pit-stop nearby: If you’re a meat-lover then pop into Gaucho for a delicious Argentinian steak. 

 

Hampton Court

 

Location: East Molesey

Best for: History buffs

 

Hampton Court, the historic home of Henry VIII, is a great day out. Get lost in a maze, take a stroll through the grounds or join a tour to learn more about the royals who called this palace home. 

 

Pit-stop nearby: The Mute Swan stands just outside the palace’s gates and offers traditional pub dining and a cool wine bar. 

 

Mercedes Benz World

 

Location: Brooklands

Best for: Motor lovers

 

Located at the historic Brooklands motor racing circuit, Mercedes Benz World is a vast car showroom, museum and event space that offers great activities. Drive a luxury Benz, hit the track or have a go at off-roading.

 

Pit-stop nearby: Next door, inside the chic and stylish Brooklands Hotel, is 1907 Restaurant, Bar & Grill



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