Although within close proximity to London, the county of Surrey is
blessed with green open spaces, including the North Downs, the Weald and
the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. All these make
it a welcome escape from the frenetic pace and urban sprawl of the
capital. The highest point in the county is Leith Hill, with its
landmark eighteenth-century tower, one of the county's many National
Trust sites. First recorded as "Suthinge", in 722, Surrey became a
favourite royal hunting ground and today it is renowned as a centre of
horseracing with courses at Epsom, Kempton and Sandown. Racing of
another kind once took place at Brooklands, the scene of many
record-breaking motoring feats, and during the Second World War,
aircraft were manufactured there. A museum now celebrates the site's
illustrious heritage.In this book, professional photographer John Miller
captures the spirit, essence and identity of Surrey in a series of
superb images. He highlights the immense variety of places and landmarks
to be found here ranging from rural to urban locations. Among Surrey's
towns are Guildford, Woking, Reigate and Dorking, while the picturesque
villages include Abinger Hammer, Lingfield and Chiddingfold.'Surrey in
Photographs' takes the reader across the county and throughout the
seasons to capture its scenic splendour, glorious character and
contrasting treasures. It will appeal to residents and visitors as well
as those who have associations with the county.
