The development of Chertsey was originally due to it's status as an island,
surrounded by marsh, the Thames and its tributary systems.
In 666 AD a famous monastery was established - Chertsey Abbey, and despite
being pillaged by the Vikings on two occasions, it survived to become the
wealthiest religious house in Surrey.
The monks were responsible for the establishment of the town in the 12th
century.
The town was carefully planned, and archaeological excavations have
suggested that it was surrounded by a ditch.
The town was the centre for trade in the local area, but seems not to have
expanded much beyond its medieval limits until the 19th Century.
Its economy was based on agriculture and, also later, market gardening.
Tile and brick making was an important industry in the area from the 13th to
20th centuries.
The Abbots of Chertsey had a residence in London and the capital has
continued to be important to the development of the town. In the early 18th
Century it became fashionable for the gentry to live away from London, and
number of fine buildings in Chertsey were built in this period.
In 1848 the railway station was opened, and this was largely responsible for
the subsequent expansion of the town.
Although its historic centre has remained largely unchanged the continuing
redevelopment scheme for Chertsey is making many changes and improvements.
Attraction
Chertsey Museum
Great Cockcrow Railway
Thorpe Park
Budget
The Bridge Hotel *book online*
Camping
Caravan Park
Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Classes
Yoga - Sannyasi Satvikananda Saraswati
Conference Centre
Dentist
Abbeymead Dental Centre
Chertsey Dental Practice
Estetica Surrey - Cosmetic Dentist
The Courtyard Clinic
Doctor
Golf Club
Market
Chertsey Market
Pyrcroft Grange Primary School Car Boot
Pub and Bar
Castle
George
Golden Grove
Kingfisher
Victory
Restaurant
Green Water
La Vecchia Casa
Otter Spicy Cottage
Twynersh House
Windsors Restaurant and Wine Bar
Solicitor
Taxi
Abbey Cars
Apple Cars
Cabco
New Station Cars
Star Cars
Vet
Sports Clubs
Chertsey CC (Cricket)
Thames Valley (Men's Hockey)
Thames Valley (Women's Hockey)
Shops
House Of Flowers
The Big Plant Centre
Squires Garden Centre
Honeycomb Chemists
Chertsey Opticians
Antiques
Places to Stay near Chertsey
Coach and Horses (0.44 miles)
The Orchard Barn Luxury Guest House Hotel (0.56 miles)
The Orchard Barn is a luxury guest house for business users, with single occupancy rooms, offering a full bed and breakfast service, in the historic town of Chertsey in Surrey. We offer a choice of ... More | visit website
The Bridge Hotel (0.84 miles)
The Bridge Hotel, offers non- smoking comfortable bedrooms, many with spectacular views over the hotel's own tributary of the River Thames, as well as the main river and far reaching ... More
The Crouch Oak B&B (1.49 miles)
You are assured a warm welcome at The Crouch Oak with its great atmosphere in pleasant surroundings. Large bar lounge with good selection of beers, wines & spirits. Tempting menu ... More
Laburnum Lodge (1.70 miles)
Laburnum Lodge is an established, friendly, family run B&B specialising in quality accommodation with that personal touch.When you stay at Laburnum lodge, you will see that our guest accommodation has ... More
Thameside Accommodation (1.87 miles)
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We are a friendly family run Bed and Breakfast.Thameside is convenient for M3,M4,M25,Heathrow Airport,trains to central London,Staines town centre with numerous shops,entertainment and restaurants. We ... More
Foxhills Club & Resort (2.19 miles)
Foxhills, Ottershaw, Surrey is a family-owned and family-friendly resort. Quintessentially English in its offering, the resort oozes a friendly, healthy, inspiring and ‘all about you’ ambience. It’s a welcoming retreat set in the Surrey ... More | visit website
Anchor Hotel (2.36 miles)
Set in the peaceful setting of Church Square, The Anchor provides great value for money in a great location. Just a stones throw from The River Thames, the Hotel has 29 en-suite bedrooms and promises ... More | visit website
Ship Hotel (2.46 miles)
The Ship Hotel, part of Martyn Hotel and Leisure, is located within easy reach of the M3, M25, M4 and 8 miles from Heathrow. The hotel overlooks the River Thames and some ... More
Royal Standard Guest House (2.47 miles)
The Royal Standard Guest House is a home away from home. A family run b&b that offers comfortable surroundings set in the heart of Virginia Water close to destination country ... More
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