Cranleigh
is a large village located east of the A291, which connects Guildford
to Horsham. It is situated 8 miles from Guildford, Surrey
and has a population of over 10,000 people.
Cranleigh
is known for being the largest village in England, with a larger population
than most small towns.
The
village is famous for opening the first cottage hospital in 1959 and every year
the Cranleigh and South Eastern Agricultural Society hold the Cranleigh Show,
which is a traditional agricultural show.
Cranleigh’s
other attractions include a medieval church, arts centre, leisure centre and
cinema.
Famous
residents from Cranleigh include the former Beatle Ringo star, with his wife
Barbara Bach living on the outskirts of the village.
Neighbouring
towns to Cranleigh include Alfold (4 miles),
Godalming (8 miles) and Horsham (11 miles).
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