Weybridge, Surrey, England
Weybridge is an affluent town in Elmbridge district, on the northern part of Surrey, England. It is situated at the mouth of the River Wey, where it flows into the River Thames. Weybridge has a population of around 20,000 people (2012 estimate).
Guide to Weybridge Hotels
Here's a list of hotels in Weybridge that you can book online, with full description, star rating, address, location map, evaluation, and prices as offered by different booking sites. This helps you to make your room booking with the site that offers the best price.
 Bridge over the River Wey in Weybridge, Surrey, England Author: Andrew Longton (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic)
More on Weybridge
Although human habitation in the Weybridge area goes back to the Roman period and perhaps earlier, the town began as a settlement established by the Saxons. Following Norman Conquest, it was listed in the Domesday Book of 1086 as Webruge. The manor was dividedly held by Chertsey Abbey, an Englishman from the abbey, and the Bishop of Bayeux.
In 1537, Oatlands Palace was built here by King Henry VIII. It stood until 1650, when it was demolished, and its bricks used to build the Wey Navigation canal. The canal helped to improve transportation between London and Surrey, and led to development in the area.
Today Weybridge has one of the highest property prices in South East England. Six of the ten most expensive streets in the region are located here. The quality of life and proximity to Greater London make Weybridge a choice address of the well-to-do.
 Pharoah's Island, small island on the River Thames in Weybridge Author: steve (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic)
Visiting Weybridge
Weybridge is located between two major expressways, the M3 and M25 motorways. Major roads from London include the A316 and A3 roads.
Places of Interest in Weybridge
- Brooklands
Motor racing circuilt and aerodrome near Weybridge. The circuit is today home for the Brooklands Museum.
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