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This historic town at the foot
of the North Downs dates back to Saxon times. The
grounds of its one-time castle have been turned
into a delightful park while the nearby 13th
century Reigate Priory is now a museum containing
a multitude of historic artefacts. Its 200-acre
grounds boast a lake and beautiful gardens.
Reigate Heath is an important
nature reserve while Reigate Hill - owned by the
National Trust - offers spectacular views. At its
summit stands Reigate Fort, built to protect
London from invasion in the 19th century. Gatton
Park was landscaped by the gardening architect
Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown.
Reigate’s 18th century Heath
Windmill may be the world’s only windmill to have
been converted into a church. Services are still
held here.
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