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The town of Weybridge is a small town in Surrey, roughly 20 minutes’ drive northeast of Guildford. Weybridge is located inside the M25 ring road, and is considered to be part of the Greater London area. As a result of this, Weybridge is primarily considered a commuter town, with corresponding high property values. However, this also means that Weybridge has great road and rail links. The M25 and M3 motorways are within 5 miles of the town centre, and the rail station offers a fast link into London Waterloo.
Weybridge is conveniently named for a bridge on the adjacent River Wey. Its history is somewhat lacking compared to some of its neighbouring towns. It held a Saxon community, but remained very small for many years. In the 16th century, Henry VIII founded the construction of Oatlands Palace outside Weybridge. The king married Catherine Howard there, and it remained in royal possession as far as the reign of Charles II. After Charles was killed the palace was largely destroyed. The remaining building within the estate has now been turned into a hotel. This unspoilt past has proved beneficial in some respects, as today Weybridge Heath is famous for its biodiversity.
As with much of the county, Weybridge’s prosperity came with the railways. New residents settled here, and the town has been home to several famous residents, including writers, musicians and sportsmen. Weybridge also has some major names in industry within the local area. All the typical amenities, including shopping and entertainment, can be found in the town. Racing fans may also recognise Weybridge for the Brooklands race circuit, which was the first bespoke motor racetrack of its type. Brooklands also specialised in aviation. Opened at the beginning of the 20th century, the course was sadly closed by the onset of World War II, when it was used instead for building airplanes. The Brooklands Museum now occupies the location and celebrates its motoring history.
Weybridge is conveniently named for a bridge on the adjacent River Wey. Its history is somewhat lacking compared to some of its neighbouring towns. It held a Saxon community, but remained very small for many years. In the 16th century, Henry VIII founded the construction of Oatlands Palace outside Weybridge. The king married Catherine Howard there, and it remained in royal possession as far as the reign of Charles II. After Charles was killed the palace was largely destroyed. The remaining building within the estate has now been turned into a hotel. This unspoilt past has proved beneficial in some respects, as today Weybridge Heath is famous for its biodiversity.
As with much of the county, Weybridge’s prosperity came with the railways. New residents settled here, and the town has been home to several famous residents, including writers, musicians and sportsmen. Weybridge also has some major names in industry within the local area. All the typical amenities, including shopping and entertainment, can be found in the town. Racing fans may also recognise Weybridge for the Brooklands race circuit, which was the first bespoke motor racetrack of its type. Brooklands also specialised in aviation. Opened at the beginning of the 20th century, the course was sadly closed by the onset of World War II, when it was used instead for building airplanes. The Brooklands Museum now occupies the location and celebrates its motoring history.