The railway navvies

Towards the end of the 19th century gangs of itinerant labourers worked away to create our county’s rail network. Stephen Roberts visits Surrey History Centre to find out more

The good loaf

Tracy Carroll meets the team at Chalk Hills Bakery as they celebrate their 10th anniversary

The first signs

With snowdrops and crocuses carpeting the ground, spring is on its way, so head out and experience the beauty close up

MODEL HUSBAND

Model, actor and filmmaker-turned-fitness instructor Max Rogers chats with Angela Sara West about life in Weybridge with his Pussycat Doll wife, Kimberly Wyatt, and the newest addition to the family

COLD AS ICE

This winter, the Icehotel in Swedish Lapland celebrated its 30th anniversary. Rebecca Younger braved the elements for a chilly once-in-a-lifetime experience

ALL FIRED UP

She’s been brightening up daytime TV for over a decade and next month, along with husband Nick, Andrea McLean will join Surrey Life as our new columnist. We sent Zoe Richards to meet them at their home in Ashtead

A RAMBLE AROUND Denbies Vineyard

Discover some beautiful views over Surrey’s largest vineyard on this 1.5-hour walk in the heart of the Surrey Hills

5 Ways To Wellbeing

Guided by the NHS ‘five ways to wellbeing’ campaign and the recent Surrey Hills Symposium, which focused on protected landscapes being our natural health service, Victoria Lazarevic looks to our AONB for opportunities to enhance our mental health

Surrey Character: Round And Round

Malcom Loveday has been winding the clock at St Peter’s Church, Chertsey since 1972

Postcards From Old England

Is there any better way to start a new year than with a bracing winter walk through the countryside to a cosy pub? Matthew Williams visits The Surrey Oaks near Newdigate

The Classical Detective

The ancient world is thriving in suburban Surrey. Claire Saul talks to acclaimed classicist Daisy Dunn

My Favourite Surrey

Georgina ‘Peanut’ Lamb is the granddaughter of the late Surrey artist and conservationist, David Shepherd, whose wildlife foundation has been helping to save endangered animals since 1984. Here she tells us her favourite things about living in the county

Town & Country: Epsom & Ewell

With racing pedigree and a spa day past, Epsom and its neighbouring Ewell have been attracting visitors for generations. While the racecourse still thrives and the area is rated by some as among the ‘happiest places to live in England’, there’s also been a focus on building its cultural offering in recent years

Heritage In Our Hands

Many of the nation’s heritage crafts are in danger, threatening traditions and livelihoods. Claire Saul studies the ‘Red List’

The Master Mix

When Sharon O’Connor stumbled across her Sunbury-on-Thames home, she was determined to mix things up and give the place her own spin

Spotlight On Reigate

An historic market town with streets full of boutiques, stylists and coffee shops, Reigate is a cosmopolitan town at the foot of the North Downs

Surrey Character: A Very Green Christmas

Crockford Bridge Farm’s Christmas trees are not just green in colour, we discover

We Wish You A Surrey Christmas

Comedian Paul Kerensa on why he’ll be swapping jokes for a Christmas carol or two this year

First To The Post

With head chef Valentino Gentile having recently claimed the prestigious chef of the year title at the Surrey Life Food & Drink Awards, The White Horse in Hascombe has been transformed in recent years.Matthew Williams visits this classy country pub

Horse Power

Godalming-based Paralympic gold-winning equestrian Sophie Christiansen talks to Sandra Smith about how a horse riding charity set her on the right course

Christmas With A Conscience

Are you dreaming of a green Christmas? It might be easier than you think to go a little more environmentally friendly without sacrificing any of the magic of the festive season this year

Goodwill To All

BBC Surrey Breakfast host James Cannon is embracing the spirit of goodwill following the Community Hero’s Awards

Back On Top

Following her successful West End debut in 9 to 5: The Musical, Oxshott’s Louise Redknapp is getting ready to take to the stage as a solo star once again. Simone Hellyer speaks to her ahead of next year’s album release and tour

Holmbury St Mary

Enjoy this two-hour hill walk discovering the magical woods and views in the Hurtwood

All That Glitters

Polesden Lacey is all a-sparkle with seasonal treats and activities. Claire Saul learns about the inspiration behind the festive programme at this Surrey gem

MONKEYING AROUND

Nestled on the River Thames, across the border in Bray, Berkshire, Monkey Island is a treasure trove of fascinating stories. Rebecca Younger visited the new hotel and met with the Surrey designer responsible for the estate’s gardens

Rescued and restored

West Horsley Place has existed as a private home since Saxon times, but when renovations are completed next year it will welcome visitors as a new arts centre for Surrey. Tinx Newton went behind the scenes to report on the progress so far

HORRIBLE HISTORIES

In the second of our series on Surrey’s most heinous crimes, we move into the 20th century, beginning with an unsolved murder from the Edwardian era

Late Autumn Days

Stir the senses with a woodland stroll says the National Trust’s Hannah Elliott

A RAMBLE AROUND - Blackwater Valley Country Park and Ash

Enjoy this one-hour easy walk discovering water meadows, ponds and a wide range of waterfowl