The winner graces the cover of the Surrey Life calendar and our kids’ competition winner got a new Nikon camera

One of the south east’s premier shopping destinations, Kingston upon Thames is a hugely popular destination to get into the festive spirit but it is a beautiful town to explore too.

From Painshill’s new winter gin to Bark & Rock’s notepads and War & Drobe’s pretty hairbands, we’ve got all the family covered

If there’s ever a time of year when a brisk, bracing walk is needed, then winter and the lead-up to the festive season is surely it. Here we round up a few of our Surrey favourites

A fragrant fir tree decorated with twinkling lights and colourful decorations is one of the highlights of Christmas

This museum in Weybridge was given the royal treatment as a filming location for the record-breaking Netflix drama

Plan a walk with the family, taking in one of these cafés offering takeaway in Surrey

The villages of Byfleet and West Byfleet are a hot spot for food and sports enthusiasts

We’ve gathered some fabulously festive events to get you in the Christmas spirit – and out of the house

Enjoy this short, but hilly walk with stunning views on the chalk downs overlooking Guildford.

Three neighbouring counties with a variety of stunning scenery - can you identify which county is which?

Nothing beats wandering through a Christmas market with a cup of mulled wine, buying local gifts and stocking up on festive essentials. We’ve gathered some of the best markets happening in Surrey this year

The workshop in Richmond not only plays a key role in the annual Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal but also in the wellbeing of military veterans.

We’re in lockdown once again, but never fear because we can eat a sandwich on a bench. We’ve gathered some of the best benches in the county with beautiful views to do just that

From Hampton Court to Polesden Lacey, RHS Wisley and The Sculpture Park, you can still enjoy walks with your household, support bubble or one other person at many of the county’s spectacular gardens.

The installation of ‘Optohedron’ follows a crowdfunding campaign which raised £8,000

Discover this surprising oasis, next to one of the busiest junctions on the M25

Visit Surrey chairman and Surrey Hills Society vice president Chris Howard is encouraging us to join The Wildlife Trust’s 30 for 30 campaign

We’ve teamed up with RNG Classics in Reigate to offer one lucky reader the 24-hour rental of a Jaguar E-Type to explore the Surrey countryside in style

This area of East Surrey has a superb village vibe with its own community-run pub