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Downside

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Downside

Downside works well as a base: 5 minutes from Little Bookham, 6km from Brooklands Museum.

Downside is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 6,564, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Downside sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Downside to your route.

About Downside

Downside is a small village in the English county of Surrey, in the local government district of Elmbridge, centred on Downside Common which is 18 miles (29 km) southwest of London and 8.4 miles (13.5 km) northeast of Guildford. Most of its buildings form a cluster. It has an inn, Downside Sports and Social Club,

Read more regular village hall events and an annual sports day. It is in the Cobham and Downside ward of Elmbridge Borough Council.

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Downside offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Downside located?

Downside is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.3100 latitude, -0.4119 longitude.

What is the population of Downside?

Downside has a population of approximately 6,564 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
6,564
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.3100, -0.4119

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Downside

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Brooklands Museum

The birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, featuring the world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit from 1907.

6 km · about 10 min drive

racetrack

Brooklands

The world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit, opened 1907, where surviving sections of the towering concrete Members' Banking rear up out of the Surrey woodland. The museum holds racing cars and aircraft on the original site.

6 km · about 10 min drive

cafe

Rykas Cafe

Iconic biker and cyclist cafe at the foot of Box Hill in Surrey, a must-stop gathering point on one of England's most famous riding roads.

8 km · about 15 min drive

cafe

Box Hill National Trust Cafe

The hilltop cafe at the summit of Box Hill offering sweeping views across the Surrey Hills, a classic destination for drivers and cyclists alike.

9 km · about 15 min drive

cafe

David's Cafe at Box Hill

A popular roadside cafe at the base of the Box Hill zig-zag road, serving as the unofficial meeting point for the Surrey biker community.

9 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Thorpe Park

Thrill-focused theme park near London catering to older children and adults with intense roller coasters.

13 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Dunsfold Aerodrome (Top Gear Test Track)

The famous airfield test track used by BBC Top Gear for its power laps and celebrity challenges.

23 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Windsor Castle

The oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, serving as a royal residence for over 900 years.

24 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Downside

  • 27 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Downside.

Cobham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 km awayPop. 16,724

Little Bookham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 7,996

East Horsley

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 5,866

Great Bookham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 11,375

Fetcham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 7,996

Oxshott

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 4,922

Leatherhead

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 43,544

Ripley

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 1,334

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