Shere's open air swimming pool also played a small role in the story of World War One.
Eric, believed to be Britain's first robot, was created inside a garage in Shere, Surrey, in 1928.
In 1887, a Surrey village hosted JM Barrie and Arthur Conan Doyle in their first cricket match.
Residents feel the planters spoil the look of a Surrey village made famous by Cameron Diaz rom-com.
Local people would consult with Christine, as what she was doing was "highly revered".
The great, great, great, great granddaughter of Sire Henry Cole speaks to Secret Surrey.
The diary marks an early game of baseball being played in Surrey.
National Highways says the diversion was in place while bridge demolition work was carried out.
A photographer's "passion project" lining up movie and TV scenes where they were shot sparks a career.
