Your stay — Yew Lodge
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATM withdrawals for the best rate; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges which give poor rates.
Cards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere; mobile pay is common.
Not expected but appreciated: round up for taxis, leave 10-12.5% for good service in restaurants, and a couple of quid for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A filter coffee or flat white from a cafe or chain costs about £2.50–£3.
A sandwich or salad from a supermarket or bakery costs £4–£6.
A main course at a pub or casual restaurant is around £12–£15.
Surbiton has a few market stalls and food vans near the station, but dedicated street food areas are limited.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Lidl, and Aldi are the common budget supermarkets in Surbiton.
High-street names like M&S, Primark, and charity shops along the main shopping area offer affordable options.
A bus day pass is about £5; the cheapest way from Heathrow is a bus (route X26, around £2.50–£3.50 single) or train from Wimbledon.
Pre-book trains to London for half-price; use contactless/Oyster capping for cheaper travel; shop at Lidl or Aldi for groceries.
Good to know — Surbiton
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Emergency Contacts
SurbitonFor non-urgent police matters in Surbiton, dial 101. The local police station is at 37 Claremont Road, KT6 4RF – open for appointments only. For medical advice or non-life-threatening issues, call NHS 111. The nearest A&E is Kingston Hospital, Galsworthy Road, KT2 7QB.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Surbiton, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Yew Lodge
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Warwick Lodge (Portsmouth Road) → Kingston upon Thames / Tolworth / Chessington
💡 The K3 stops right outside the hotel – hop on for Kingston town centre in 10 minutes.
Surbiton Station → Gatwick Airport
💡 Pre-book online for £12; it’s direct, no changes, and drops you right at South Terminal.
Warwick Lodge → Heathrow Airport
💡 Book 15 minutes ahead by phone for best price; Uber from Surbiton to Heathrow runs about £30-40.
Surbiton Station → London Waterloo
💡 Tap your contactless card for cheapest single fares; avoid paper tickets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Yew Lodge?
Check-in at Yew Lodge is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Yew Lodge?
A sandwich or salad from a supermarket or bakery costs £4–£6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Yew Lodge?
A bus day pass is about £5; the cheapest way from Heathrow is a bus (route X26, around £2.50–£3.50 single) or train from Wimbledon.
Top Attractions in Surbiton
💡 It's literally just a stone, so don't trek out specifically for it, but it's a quick photo stop if you're passing. The nearby green has benches for a rest.
💡 Go just before closing (around 2pm on Saturdays) for discounts on leftovers that vendors don't want to pack up. Bring cash as some stalls don't take cards.
💡 Ask at the desk about the 'Library of Things' scheme—you can borrow useful items like tools or kitchen gadgets for free with a library card. The upstairs reference room has old maps of Surbiton worth a look.
💡 The pond has a decent population of terrapins that sunbathe on logs—check the south bank on warm afternoons. Free tennis if you bring your own racket and ball.
💡 Head to the far end near the weir for quieter spots and better birdwatching, especially early morning. The café's outdoor seating is fine but bring a flask to save money.