A local guide to Windlesham

Windlesham in Surrey is a large commuter village, which boasts good transport links, reputable schools and is also home to the most expensive property in the world.

This palatial abode is called Updown Court and is thought to be worth at least £70million.

It has 22 bedrooms, 27 bathrooms, five swimming pools, a 58 -acre garden and is reportedly larger than Hampton Court Palace and Buckingham Palace.

Thankfully, not all properties in the area are as expensive as this one, although house prices in Windlesham are usually way above the national average.

For instance, a two-bedroom property in Windlesham costs around £239,632, which is £51,738 higher than the national average. But, considering the area’s rural surroundings and location, this should come as no surprise.

Although the village doesn’t have its own railway station, with the nearest one being approximately a mile and a half away at Bagshot, it is easily accessible by road thanks to its close proximity to the M3, M25 and A30.

The village is centred round the junction at Updown Hill and Chertsey Road, which is home to a small scattering of village shops.

Those thinking of buying a property in the area will be heartened to hear that there are plenty of community activities going on.

For instance, Field of Remembrance, a local recreational park, is the location of many of the local cricket team’s fixtures, as well as the site of Windlesham Fete each year.

Another local event that attracts plenty of attention each year is the annual Pram Race, which takes place on Boxing Day. Those taking part have to race around the village in fancy dress and stop at every pub for a drink with prizes given for the best-dressed and fastest time.

Foodies should fine themselves spoilt for choice in Windlesham with plenty of pub grub on offer at most of Windlesham’s six pubs, as well as more exotic cuisine at the Indian and Thai restaurants in the village.