Shamley Green
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| Shamley Green | |
  Shamley Green shown within Surrey |
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| Population | 1,497 [1] |
|---|---|
| OS grid reference | |
| District | Waverley |
| Shire county | Surrey |
| Region | South East |
| Constituent country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | GUILDFORD |
| Postcode district | GU5 |
| Dialling code | 01483 |
| Police | Surrey |
| Fire | Surrey |
| Ambulance | South East Coast |
| European Parliament | South East England |
| UK Parliament | Guildford |
| List of places: UK • England • Surrey | |
Shamley Green is a small village in the county of Surrey, England. Neighbouring villages include Wonersh, Chilworth, Farncombe and Bramley. Nearby railway stations include Chilworth railway station (2.3 miles) and Farncombe railway station (3.8 miles).
It is the birthplace and childhood home of billionaire Sir Richard Branson of Virgin Atlantic fame.
