Reigate

Reigate is a historic market town in Surrey, England, within the borough of Reigate and Banstead. It lies on the chalk North Downs, about 20 miles south of central London, and forms part of the London commuter belt. The surrounding area includes Redhill to the east and a rural landscape with Box Hill nearby.

The town has medieval roots and developed as a market town and coaching stop on the road from London to the south coast. The arrival of the railway in the 19th century spurred growth and urban development, transforming Reigate into a residential and commercial centre.

Notable sites include St Mary's Church, dating from the 13th century, and the Reigate Caves on Reigate Hill, a network of chalk and flint caverns used for mining and, in WWII, as air-raid shelters; the caves are now a tourist attraction. Reigate Priory Park is a large public green space in the town centre, and nearby Box Hill is a popular natural landmark within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Reigate is served by Reigate railway station on the line toward London and the south, with regular services to London and the coast. The town is connected by the A25 and local roads and maintains a retail high street with independent shops, restaurants and services that support a commuter community alongside more local employment.

Administratively, Reigate is part of the borough of Reigate and Banstead in Surrey, with local governance from the borough council and Surrey County Council. Educational facilities include primary schools and Reigate Grammar School.