Shere: The village an hour from London that stars in The Holiday
A circular walking route near Gomshall station takes visitors through a picturesque Surrey village featured in the film.
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A walking route near the village of Shere in Surrey, located approximately one hour by train from London, has been highlighted for its resemblance to the setting of the film The Holiday. The circular trail, which starts and ends near Gomshall station, guides walkers through ancient woodland and farmland before reaching the village.
A village with cinematic connections
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Shere is noted for its appearance in the popular Christmas film The Holiday, starring Kate Winslet and Jude Law. The village served as a backdrop for several scenes, with locations such as St James' Church and The White Horse pub still recognisable. St James' Church dates back to the 12th century, and The White Horse pub was featured in a scene with actors Cameron Diaz and Jude Law. The village itself is described as a 'quintessential storybook English village' with timber-framed cottages and a stream.
Beyond The Holiday, Shere has also been used as a filming location for other productions, including Four Weddings and a Funeral, Bridget Jones, and The Wedding Date. The village has 34 historic listed buildings, contributing to its distinctive character.
The walking route
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The circular walking route near Shere is approximately 11 kilometres (6.8 miles) in length and involves an elevation gain of 250 metres. Zanna van Dijk, who shared details of the route, described it as 'not too challenging'. The trail returns walkers to Gomshall, from where they can take a train back to London. The journey to Gomshall station from London typically takes about one hour.
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+How do I get to Shere from London?
You can reach Shere by taking a train from London to Gomshall, which is approximately a one-hour journey. From Gomshall, a circular walking route leads to the village of Shere.
+What is the walking route like?
The circular walking route is about 11 kilometres (6.8 miles) long with 250 metres of elevation gain. It passes through ancient woodland and rolling farmland, offering countryside views, and is described as not overly challenging.
+What makes Shere special?
Shere is a picturesque village with 34 historic listed buildings, including the 12th-century St James' Church. It has been used as a filming location for movies such as The Holiday and Four Weddings and a Funeral.
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