Beaverbrook, Leatherhead

Instagram shot of Beaverbrook near leatherhead in surrey.

Beaverbrook is a cornucopia of Instagram worthy shots just waiting to happen – from the Coach House Spa to Sir Frank’s Bar and the terrace at the Japanese Grill. But it’s their show-stopping pop-up dining for summer with hot-air balloons (no, really), that completely blows us away.

Kinjo, Oxted

Instagram shot of food at Kinjo restaurant in Oxted, Surrey.

Muddy award nominee Kinjo serves picture-perfect Japanese food and cocktails in their buzzy bar and restaurant in Oxted. With clean minimalist interiors and cool staff it’s cat-nip to the ‘Gram.

Hillfield at Pennyhill Park, Bagshot

Instagram shot of Hillfield Restaurant at Pennyhill Park in Surrey

At Hillfield the menu offerings are all about being hyper-local, seasonal and sustainable – all served in a stylish Insta-ready setting. Don’t forget to shoot your cocktail. Hillfield Martini? Don’t mind if we do!

Café Chai, Banstead

Instagram shot of Cafe Chai in Banstead, Surrey.

If rustic and vintage vibes are your thing, you’ll love Café Chai on the High Street in Banstead. You’ll be torn between snapping the stunning interiors and the gorgeous plates of home made artisan food. We say? Do both!

The Cricketers on the Green, Pirbright

Instagram shot of the cricketers on the green in pirbright in Surrey

Set in a an idyllic village location, this charmer of a pub ticks all the Insta boxes. There’s plenty of pretty spots to grab the perfect Instagram worthy shot outside, whilst inside there’s the buzzy Pig Shed or the more formal dining space The Old Block brimming with original features.

The Ivy Castle View, Guildford

Instagram shot of The Ivy Asia in Guildford

It’s the Ivy, dahling! The luxe Ivy Asia, in Guildford. And that means extravagant, slick and tremendously glam – which makes fab Instagram worthy fodder. Food too, is rather theatrical – you’ll likely find yourself filming the arrival of the melting chocolate Jade Dragon Egg dessert and posting that on your Stories too.

Lebnani, Reigate

Instagram shot of Lebnani restaurant in reigate, surrey.

The combination of colours and textures makes Middle Eastern food particularly good for the ‘Gram. 2024 Muddy Award-winning Lebnani led by Yalla Yalla founder Jad Youssef, serves Beirut soul food – mezze plates and dishes from the charcoal grill. Shoot first, eat second.

Petersham Nurseries, Richmond

Instagram shot of Petersham Nurseries in Richmond

The ceiling is brimming with fragrant bougainvillea and jasmine – what more do you need to know? Okay, food is seasonal and inspired by the kitchen garden. Totally Insta-worthy.

The Castle, Farnham

Instagram shot of the castle pub in farnham.

Expect quintessential English vibes at this spacious and bright town-centre pub. The interiors are vibrant and fun, keeping many of the original features of this period building but throwing in contemporary and vintage touches. It’s the right side of stylish without being too try hard.

Caballo Lounge, Epsom & Posadero Lounge Redhill

Instagram shot of the Posadero Lounge in Redhill, Surrey.

Quirky 50’s lampshades and kitsch paintings more your vibe? Head to one of the two Lounge café bars in Surrey that are open all day, every day for lazy breakfasts, brunch and lunch, or a relaxed dinner and drinks. They’re the reel thing.

Denbies Wine Estate, near Dorking

Instagram shot of denbies wine estate, near dorking, surrey

Is your grid lacking the obligatory vineyard shot? Look no further than the sweeping views at Denbies. Extra points for snapping your lunch in their Vineyard Restaurant with a glass of fizz in the foreground.

The White Horse, Dorking

Instagram shot of The White Horse in Dorking.

This boutique hotel has got it all going on for the ‘Gram. From the vintage bathtub outside to wash your pampered pooch, to the fairy light festooned garden. But it’s breakfast room, with it’s large olive tree and skylight in the centre that’s guaranteed to get the most likes.

The Stag on the River, Lower Eashing

Instagram shot of The Stag on the River near Godalming in Surrey.

Set in a stunning riverside location, the Insta opps are plentiful at this charming and historic 18th-century inn. Inside there’s character galore – think stone flags, rustic beams and open fireplaces. And if you want to make a night of it, there are seven stylish bedrooms to rest your head, (after you’ve posted it, natch).

One One Four, Teddington

Instagram shot of One One Four in Teddington.

Food that looks too good to eat and interiors that will leave you wondering how you can achieve the same look at home… say hi to this popular neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Teddington. I mean… just look at that bar.

The Drumming Snipe, Mayford

Instagram shot of the drumming snipe in mayford, Surrey

The challenge here will be which of your courses to Insta from the stunning plates of pickled, baked, cured and flame cooked food. Interiors wise the vibe is #understated but don’t miss the quirky taxidermy animals behind the bar.

Charlie and Ginger, Leatherhead

Instagram shot of charlie and ginger coffee shop in leatherhead

This independent coffee house brings a big dash of urbane cool to the heart of Leatherhead, with interiors fit for a glossy mag and coffee so good it’ll have you going back for seconds.

Bingham Riverhouse, Richmond

Instagram shot of bingham Riverhouse in Richmond.

Classic, classy and cool and right on the banks of the Thames equals an Insta queen’s dream spot. A boutique hotel – with chic rooms if you fancy an overnighter – start with cocktails on the terrace before a sumptuous dinner. Just don’t let it go cold while you’re perfecting your overhead shot.

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