td>A list of the historic buildings in the county prepared in the run-up to the local government reorganisation of 1965, including details contributed by local councils, local societies and members of the public covering antiquities in the county with plans.td>A list of the historic buildings in the county prepared in the run-up to the local government reorganisation of 1965, including details contributed by local councils, local societies and members of the public covering antiquities in the county with plans.
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POVERTY Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  The Guildford Union Workhouse and the Vagrants casual ward DAVIES, Helen Chapman Guildford Museum, 2004 362.583 Main Library pbk., 66pp., bibliog.., glossary, illus., second copy acc 7264 in basement Discussion of poor relief and the Guildford workhouse
  Glimpse of Old England: Surrey by the Tillingbourne HAMILTON-SNEATH, Jenny 1111, 1997 942.21 Basement pbk., 151pp., illus., photos., bibliog. An opportunity to learn something about life in the Tillingbourne Valley between Leith Hill and Shalford.
  A history of Surrey (popular county histories) MALDEN, Henry Elliot Elliott Stock, 1900 942.2162 Basement hbk, 321pp., bibliog. Short history of the county from the earliest times.
POYLE Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Rambles round Guildford preceded by a topographical and historical description of the town, new and enlarged edition   Andrews & Co., 1877 914.22162? Basement hbk., 187pp., engravings; very poor condition. A description and history together with pen portraits of notables, buildings and personages of the town of Guildford with rambles in the town and surrounding areas.
  Fowler's Guide to Surrey FOWLER, C R S Fowler, 1994 914.221 Main Library pbk., 148pp., second copy - Basement acc=6664 Leisure facts and short history of the county
PRINCESS OF WALES'S ROYAL REGIMENT Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Historical records of the Second Royal Surrey, or 11th Regiment of Militia with introductory chapters DAVIS, John Marcus Ward, 1877 355 Basement hbk., illus., A collection of regimental historical records set against the historical context. Includes lists of names of officers and other ranks
  The Infantry regiments of Surrey FOSTEN, Bryan Trustees of the Royal Regiment, 2002 355.309 Basement hbk., 85pp., col illus., A brief illustrated history of the regiments of Surrey published to mark the tercentenary of the raising of Villiers Marines in 1702
PRIORIES Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  The history of Tandridge Priory, Surrey HEALES, Alfred Surrey Archaeological Society, 1885 726.7HEA Basement hbk., 162pp History of the priory and an account of the Austin Canons - the Canons Regular of the Order of St Augustine. Includes extracts from the deeds of gift up to 1537
  The History and Antiquities of the County of Surrey: Vol 1 MANNING, Owen & BRAY, William EP Publishing, 1974 942.21 Main Library hbk., 714pp., general tables, bw illus., maps. facsimile reprint of the 1804 edition published by John White. A monumental history of the country researched over 50 years by the then vicar of Godalming
PROSE Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Surrey Naturalist PARKER, Eric Robert Hale, 1952 508.4221 Main Library hbk., 301pp., bw illus A natural history of the county including an extract from a garden diary through the months: Second copy Basement D987
PUBLIC BUILDINGS Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Guildford: a Pictorial History CORKE, Shirley Phillimore, 1990 942.2162 Basement hbk., 150pp., illus bw photos, Photographic record of the town
  Kingston upon Thames: a pictorial history MCCORMACK, Anne Phillimore, 1989 942.194 Basement hbk., [100pp], illus, bw photos, A photographic record of 150 years of Kingston's history including many photos from the Kingston Heritage centre
PUBLIC HOUSES Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  A prospect of Richmond DUNBAR, Janet White Lion, 1966 942.195 Basement hbk., 223pp., illus, photos (some col), maps, plans, list of sources, table of "shots" and their equivalent modern streets Using the town archives, old newspapers and prints and photographs the author sheds light on Richmond's history over 900 years.
  Vintage Guildford ALEXANDER, Matthew Hendon, 1981 942.2162 Main Library pbk., 44pp., bw photos Pictorial history of Guildford incorporating suggestions made by readers of Guildford as it was. The photographs concentrate mainly with the firms and shops in business during the period.
  Vintage Barnes and Mortlake BARNES AND MORTLAKE HISTORY Hendon, 1979 942.185?? Basement pbk., 40pp., landscape format, illus, bw photos, Complimentary volume to Barnes and Mortlake as it was, A visual tour of the area
  Guildford: a Pictorial History CORKE, Shirley Phillimore, 1990 942.2162 Basement hbk., 150pp., illus bw photos, Photographic record of the town
  The White Hart, Witley: the life and times of an English Inn GARNER, Sidney Vineyard Associates, 1977 ?663.3 Basement pbk., 55p.,illus., bw drawings, bibliog. A short history of the White Hart Inn in Witley
  Bygone Farnham PARRATT, Jean Phillimore, 1985 942.219 Basement 100pp, bw photos Pictorial survey of Farnham and district.
  Vintage Richmond, Surrey WRIGHT, Mariateresa Hendon, 1978 942.195? Basement pbk., landscape format, 40pp., illus, bw photo, sketch map A visual tour into Richmond's past, complementary to Richmond, Surrey as it was
  The breweries and public houses of Guildford, part 1 with some notes on the temperance movement STURLEY, Mark Charles W Traylen, 1990 663.42 Main Library pbk., 240pp., illus, bibliography A survey of brewing in Guildford with a brief description of Guildford public houses; second copy 8429 in basement.
  The Breweries and Public Houses of Guildford, Part 2 including an Addendum to Part 1 STURLEY, Mark The Author, 1995 663.42 Main Library pbk., 188pp., illus., a survey of brewing in the former Guildford rural district with a brief description of public houses
PUGIN, AUGUSTUS W N Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  West Surrey architecture 1840 - 2000 BUDGEN, Christopher Heritage of Waverley, 2002 720.94221 Basement pbk., 130(?)pp., illus., col photos., appendix of buildings and architects A survey of architecture in an area of Surrey roughly co-terminous with the present day borough of Waverley.
PURLEY Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Surrey: Highways, Byways and Waterways BARRETT, C R B Bliss, Sands and Foster, 1895 C698 Basement 251pp., hbk., bw illus., plates a contemporary description of some of the towns and villages of Surrey: second Basement copy not accessioned
  The Church Plate of Surrey COOPER, T S Surrey Archaeological Society, 1902 726.53 Basement hbk., 383pp., illus., sketches, photos., list of makers marks, A partial catalogue of churches in Surrey including lists of plate now thought to be lost.
  Surrey in the Sixties: memories of a swinging decade DAVISON, Mark & CURRIE, Ian temporary, 1994 942.21 DAV Main Library pbk., 144pp., photographs, illus A pictorial history of the 1960s in Surrey - bouffant hair, winkle pickers, bubble cars, and trolleybuses!
  Surrey: Shire County Guide DREWETT, John Shire, 1996 914.221 Basement pbk., 120pp., illus., index of places to visit, Short guide to the county, as interesting for the contemporary view as for what it tells us about the current county.
  The King's England: Surrey: London's Southern Neighbour MEE, Arthur Hodder and Stoughton, 1945 914.221 Main Library hbk., 349pp., illus, maps on endpapers; additional copies copy: Basement 7576 & 7577 Survey of the county
  A Topographical and Historical Description of the County of Surrey, Containing an Account of its Towns, Cathedrals, Castles, Antiquities Churches, Monuments, Public Edifices [and] Picturesque Scenery. SHOBERL, Mr Sherwood Neely and Jones, 1813 942.21 Basement hbk., 304pp., illus., list of books published on Surrey A description of Surrey, interesting for its historical context. Contains a general survey of the county and then more detailed descriptions; includes a list of Barons having their capital residence in Surrey, a list of baronets.
  The Baptist Churches of Surrey STOCKWELL, Arthur H The Author, 191? 286.64221 Basement hbk., 254pp., pages missing at end of book illus, photos. A short description of the Baptist churches then in Surrey
  Surrey: Ordnance Survey Historical Guides TURNER, Dennis George Philip, 1988 942.21 Basement hbk., 135pp., gazetteer, illus, col & bw photos., maps, Extracts from the first (19th century) series of OS maps are compared with more modern versions and photographs showing the changes which have taken place over the years.
  A Shell Guide: Surrey WATKIN, Bruce Faber, 1977 914.221 Basement hbk., 192pp., illus, col map, Contemporary description and photographs of Surrey.
PUTNEY Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  The way about Surrey with comprehensive gazetteer BAINES, A Iliffe, X 914.221 Basement hbk., 212 pp., gazetteer, sketches, fold out map A gazetteer and guide of the county
Cambridge County Geographies: Surrey BOSWORTH, George F Cambridge UP, 1909 914.221 Basement hbk., 151pp., illus., diagrs., bw photos, map on endpapers, gazetteer Topographical description of Surrey, a school textbook in style.
The Church Plate of Surrey COOPER, T S Surrey Archaeological Society, 1902 726.53 Basement hbk., 383pp., illus., sketches, photos., list of makers marks, A partial catalogue of churches in Surrey including lists of plate now thought to be lost.
Views of all the churches and chapelries in the county of Surrey CRACKLOW, Charles Thomas Phillimore, 1979 726.58 Main Library hbk., 156pp., illus, Reprint of the plates from the 1823 edition of Cracken's companion to Manning and 's "History of Surrey". The books highlights to great variety of Surrey churches.
Wanderings in Surrey PALMER, William T Skeffington, nd 942.21 Basement hbk., 223pp., bw illus., "Every town, river, common, ridge. wood and road in the county has been visited" A topographical description of the country in the post war period. Published about 1950.
Highways and byways in Surrey PARKER, Eric Macmillan, 1908 914.221 Basement 452pp., fold out map of Surrey, sketches, Very poor condition A description of Surrey for the early 19th century walker or tourist
A Topographical and Historical Description of the County of Surrey, Containing an Account of its Towns, Cathedrals, Castles, Antiquities Churches, Monuments, Public Edifices [and] Picturesque Scenery. SHOBERL, Mr Sherwood Neely and Jones, 1813 942.21 Basement hbk., 304pp., illus., list of books published on Surrey A description of Surrey, interesting for its historical context. Contains a general survey of the county and then more detailed descriptions; includes a list of Barons having their capital residence in Surrey, a list of baronets.
Surrey Bells and the London Bell founders: a contribution to the comparative study of bell inscriptions STAHLSCHMIDT, J C L Elliott Stock, 1884 786.868 Basement hbk., 230pp., illus, sketches, A short account of the medieval London bell founders together with a description of the bells in Surrey churches viewed by the author
Records of schools and other endowed institutions presented by the Records and Ancient Monuments Committee. Vol. IV SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL Surrey County Council, 1930 370.94221 Basement hbk., 117pp., Designed to list the preserved muniments in local custody of schools and other endowments in the old county of Surrey which were in existence before 1837
Surrey quarter sessions records, order book and sessions rolls 1659-1661, vol 6, presented by the Records and Ancient Monuments Committee SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL Surrey County Council, 1934 347.42 Basement HBK., 226pp, Details of the earliest known records of the Surrey quarter sessions; includes a list of trades mentioned in the rolls, a list of offences taken from the indictments, list of justices of the peace mentioned in the rolls; general index contains personal names.
Surrey: Ordnance Survey Historical Guides TURNER, Dennis George Philip, 1988 942.21 Basement hbk., 135pp., gazetteer, illus, col & bw photos., maps, Extracts from the first (19th century) series of OS maps are compared with more modern versions and photographs showing the changes which have taken place over the years.
Parson and Parish in Eighteenth Century Surrey: Replies to Bishops Visitations to the Archdeaconry of Surrey WARD, W R Surrey Record Society, 1994 274.2216 Basement hbk., 198pp., includes list of parishes by deanery and of Surrey Peculiars Includes the returns for the visitations of 1725, 1764 and 1788
  Parson and Parish in Eighteenth Century Surrey: Replies to Bishops Visitations to the Archdeaconry of Surrey WARD, W R Surrey Record Society, 1994 274.2216 Basement hbk., 198pp., includes list of parishes by deanery and of Surrey Peculiars Includes the returns for the visitations of 1725, 1764 and 1788
PUTTENHAM Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Borough of Guildford: official Guide 1982/4   Home Publishing, 1982 ? Basement pbk., 64pp., illus, bw& col photos classified information directory, map of Guildford town centre The Official guide to Guildford for the years 1982 to 1984; includes pen pictures of the education, the villages, entertainment and activates where to stay and where to eat.
Guildford and district: the official guide and handbook for residents and visitors   Guildford Borough Council, 1972 942.2162 Basement pbk., 120pp. Illus., col & bw illus., classified information directory, fold out map of Guildford district showing ward boundaries, plan of Ash and Guildford Town, includes an essay by Mark Sturley on Guildford and the Local Government Act 1972. The Official guide to Guildford for the years 1972 to 1973; includes sections on wards in the new District, future developments , inc the Friary development, the new Guildford hospital, law courts, a guide to Guildford for the tourist, a list of interest
Rambles round Guildford preceded by a topographical and historical description of the town, new and enlarged edition   Andrews & Co., 1877 914.22162? Basement hbk., 187pp., engravings; very poor condition. A description and history together with pen portraits of notables, buildings and personages of the town of Guildford with rambles in the town and surrounding areas.
Ramblers guide to Guildford and environs A SON OF Surrey Geographia, 192? 914.221? Basement pbk., sketch maps, fold out map of Guildford environs, town plan of Guildford introductory essay on Guildford , description of Guildford and then a selection of 12 rambles through the Surrey countryside each with a map of the walk. Publication date estimated from references on page 59 to LGOC which started to expand services into
The Charm of Old Surrey ALDERMAN, H M Trefoil Books, 1932 942.21 Basement hbk., 207pp., illus, drawings, plans second copy C1183 Series of sketches of Surrey villages.
A picture of Surrey BAKER, John L Robert Hale, 1980 942.21 Main Library hbk., 224pp., illus, glossary of architectural terms, sketch map,; second copy Basement= 210 Brief survey of the architectural history based on the cottages, houses, farms churches and stately homes of the county
The Churches of Surrey BLATCH, Mervyn Phillimore, 1997 726.58 Main Library hbk., 232pp., photos., The author aims to raise Surrey churches from their 'Cinderella' position. "One cannot go far without finding something of interest!"
On the Pilgrim's Way CAPPER, D P Methuen, 1928 914.22 Basement hbk., 85pp., illus, bw photos., map story of a trek along the Pilgrim's Way
The Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury CARTWRIGHT, Julia John Murray, 1911 914.22 Basement hbk., 225pp., illus, bw photographs, drawings, sketches, map. Reprint of the account of the Pilgrim's Way first published in Art Journal 1892
The Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury, with illustrations by A Quinton CARTWRIGHT, Julia J S Virtue, 1895 942.2 Basement hbk., 158pp., illus., maps  
The Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury, with illustrations by A Quinton CARTWRIGHT, Julia J S Virtue, 1895 942.2 Basement hbk., 158pp., illus., maps  
County Guide: Surrey Concise and Practical CHAMPNEYS, Judy Johnson and Bacon, 1976 914.221?? Basement pbk., 64pp., book list, bw illus. short essay describing contemporary Surrey plus a gazetteer of places each with a short description
The Church Plate of Surrey COOPER, T S Surrey Archaeological Society, 1902 726.53 Basement hbk., 383pp., illus., sketches, photos., list of makers marks, A partial catalogue of churches in Surrey including lists of plate now thought to be lost.
Rambles in Surrey COX, J Charles Methuen, 1910 914.221 Basement hbk., 315pp., illus, bw photos., "unconventional walks in Surrey"
Views of all the churches and chapelries in the county of Surrey CRACKLOW, Charles Thomas Phillimore, 1979 726.58 Main Library hbk., 156pp., illus, Reprint of the plates from the 1823 edition of Cracken's companion to Manning and 's "History of Surrey". The books highlights to great variety of Surrey churches.
Surrey: Shire County Guide DREWETT, John Shire, 1996 914.221 Basement pbk., 120pp., illus., index of places to visit, Short guide to the county, as interesting for the contemporary view as for what it tells us about the current county.
Puttenham: under the Hogs Back DUGMORE, Ruth Phillimore, 1972 942.2162 Basement hbk., 155pp., illus A short survey of the history of the village using contemporary sources.
The Pilgrim's Road: a practical guide for the pedestrian on the ancient way from Winchester to Canterbury ELLISTON-ERWOOD, Frank C Homeland Association, 1923 914.22 Basement hbk., 236pp., fold out map of the Pilgrim's Way, bibliog., photographs, sketch maps, plans Short guide to the Pilgrim's Way originally published din 1910
The Landscapes of Surrey FORSS, Derek & COLLYER, Graham Countryside Books, 2001 914.221 Basement pbk., 80pp., col illus Photographic survey of Surrey "off the beaten track"
Fowler's Guide to Surrey FOWLER, C R S Fowler, 1994 914.221 Main Library pbk., 148pp., second copy - Basement acc=6664 Leisure facts and short history of the county
Guildford Rural District: official guide GUILDFORD RURAL Directory Publications, 1965 914.22162? Basement pbk.,92pp., illus, bw photos, col plate, road map of Environs of Guildford, map of Guildford Rural District area Official guide to the Guildford Rural district. Publication date estimated
Discovering Walks in Surrey HAINE, Angela & OWEN, Susan Shire, 1990 914.221 Main Library pbk., 60pp., sketch maps short book of suggested walks in Surrey
Godalming and its surroundings HAMILTON, T Francis W R B Stedman, 1900 914.2219 Basement hbk., 112pp., illus, photos short guide to Godalming and its locality
A guide to the Industrial History of Guildford and its Borough HAVERON, Francis Surrey Industrial History Group, 1993   Basement pbk., 40pp., illus, bw photos, drawings, map, further reading list Brief survey of the industrial archaeology of the borough of Guildford.
Old Surrey Water Mills HILLIER, J Skeffington, 1951 621.21 Basement hbk., 287pp., illus, sketches, maps on endpapers, glossary of milling terms A review of water mills in Surrey covering those still in use in the 1950s and those which were either disused and in situ or where traces of the original remained. Includes chapters on the engineering of water mills.
The Charm of Surrey HOME, Gordon A & C Black, nd 914.221 Basement HBK., 136pp, drawings of Surrey towns and villages Romantic description of contemporary Surrey
Some west Surrey villages JUDGES, E A Surrey Times, 1901 914.221 Basement hbk., 143pp., illus book in very poor condition. rambles around a portion of West Surrey second copy C0823 Basement
The King's England: Surrey: London's Southern Neighbour MEE, Arthur Hodder and Stoughton, 1945 914.221 Main Library hbk., 349pp., illus, maps on endpapers; additional copies copy: Basement 7576 & 7577 Survey of the county
Wanderings in Surrey PALMER, William T Skeffington, nd 942.21 Basement hbk., 223pp., bw illus., "Every town, river, common, ridge. wood and road in the county has been visited" A topographical description of the country in the post war period. Published about 1950.
Highways and byways in Surrey PARKER, Eric Macmillan, 1908 914.221 Basement 452pp., fold out map of Surrey, sketches, Very poor condition A description of Surrey for the early 19th century walker or tourist
Farnham and its Surroundings: a Handbook for Visitors and Residents ROW, Prescott F Warne, 1917 942.219 Basement pbk., 88pp.,fold out map, illus, sketches, photos, short sketch of Farnham and district
Puttenham and Wanborough: the past in pictures SAUNDERS, Margaret E 1111, 2000 942.2162 Basement hbk., 100(?)pp. Illus, bw photos., A pictorial record of life in a Surrey village in the 19th and 20th centuries
A Topographical and Historical Description of the County of Surrey, Containing an Account of its Towns, Cathedrals, Castles, Antiquities Churches, Monuments, Public Edifices [and] Picturesque Scenery. SHOBERL, Mr Sherwood Neely and Jones, 1813 942.21 Basement hbk., 304pp., illus., list of books published on Surrey A description of Surrey, interesting for its historical context. Contains a general survey of the county and then more detailed descriptions; includes a list of Barons having their capital residence in Surrey, a list of baronets.
The Old Parish Churches of Surrey SLATER, Mike Folley, 2002 726.509 Basement pbk., 87pp., glossary, illus, plans, photos. Describes the features of interest in the old churches of Surrey - those from Saxon times to the 1790s.
Rambles round Guildford with a topographical and historical description of the town SMITH, W C The Author, 1828 942.2162 Basement hbk., 232pp., illus, engravings, list of subscribers, chronological table, dedicated to Arthur Onslow recorder of the town: Second copy Short contemporary description of Guildford with rambles around the countryside.
Surrey Bells and the London Bell founders: a contribution to the comparative study of bell inscriptions STAHLSCHMIDT, J C L Elliott Stock, 1884 786.868 Basement hbk., 230pp., illus, sketches, A short account of the medieval London bell founders together with a description of the bells in Surrey churches viewed by the author
The Breweries and Public Houses of Guildford, Part 2 including an Addendum to Part 1 STURLEY, Mark The Author, 1995 663.42 Main Library pbk., 188pp., illus., a survey of brewing in the former Guildford rural district with a brief description of public houses
Surrey quarter sessions records, order book and sessions rolls 1659-1661, vol 6, presented by the Records and Ancient Monuments Committee SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL Surrey County Council, 1934 347.42 Basement HBK., 226pp, Details of the earliest known records of the Surrey quarter sessions; includes a list of trades mentioned in the rolls, a list of offences taken from the indictments, list of justices of the peace mentioned in the rolls; general index contains personal names.
List of Antiquities in the Administrative County of Surrey SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL, Records Surrey County Council, 1965 720.94221 Basement hbk.,251pp., illus, photos, fold out maps and plans, addenda inside back cover, bibliog.. Classified index
List of Antiquities and Conservation Areas in the Administrative County of Surrey SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL, Records and Surrey County Council, 1951 720.94221 Basement hbk., 211pp., illus, bw photos, fold out map in endpapers, copy of Emmanuel Bowen map of Surrey in side back cover
List of Antiquities and Conservation Areas in the Administrative County of Surrey SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL, Town and countr Surrey County Council, 1976 720.94221 Basement pbk., 316, maps, photos List of historic buildings in Surrey
In Picturesque Surrey SURREY TIMES Surrey Times, 189? 914.221? Basement bound pamphlet, foolscap, 54pp., illus, bw photos, drawings, pen pictures and photos of selected Surrey towns and villages; second copy C792 Basement
Surrey: Ordnance Survey Historical Guides TURNER, Dennis George Philip, 1988 942.21 Basement hbk., 135pp., gazetteer, illus, col & bw photos., maps, Extracts from the first (19th century) series of OS maps are compared with more modern versions and photographs showing the changes which have taken place over the years.
Parson and Parish in Eighteenth Century Surrey: Replies to Bishops Visitations to the Archdeaconry of Surrey WARD, W R Surrey Record Society, 1994 274.2216 Basement hbk., 198pp., includes list of parishes by deanery and of Surrey Peculiars Includes the returns for the visitations of 1725, 1764 and 1788
  A Shell Guide: Surrey WATKIN, Bruce Faber, 1977 914.221 Basement hbk., 192pp., illus, col map, Contemporary description and photographs of Surrey.

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