Staines is an old Roman settlement on the Thames, just a few miles from Surrey's boundary with west London. Roman artefacts are exhibited at the town's Spelthorne Museum, and its more recent past lives on in the 17th, 18th and 19th Century houses in the local conservation area. Staines has become a thriving commuter town due to its proximity to both Heathrow and the M25, which provides access into London via the M3 and M4. Non-drivers are only 30 minutes by train from Waterloo. Consequently, millions of pounds have recently been invested in Staines, leading to booming property prices. The town has also had an unlikely ambassador in Sacha Baron Cohen, whose character Ali G, a spoof rapper, immortalised the "West Staines Massive". At the heart of Staines is its pedestrianised High Street, which offers a range of shops, pubs and restaurants, and also hosts a large, twice-weekly market. There are also two major shopping centres. The Memorial Gardens, meanwhile, provide lovely walks and views of the river, where regular boating events and an annual regatta take place. Carp fishing in the nearby lakes is a popular activity, and indoor swimming and fitness are enjoyed at the Spelthorne Leisure Centre.
Cinema
Conference Centre
Dentist
Doctor
Hythe Medical Centre
St.Davids Health Centre
Staines Health Centre
Estate Agent
Acorns Lettings and Property Management
Market
Arts & Crafts Market Ltd
Best of British Market
Pub and Bar
School
Self-Catering
Roomspace Serviced Apartments - Thames Edge
Wraysbury Hall
Solicitor
Dale & Newbery
Rowberry Morris
Taxi
Sports Clubs
Spelthorne Acers Basketball Club (Basketball)
Spelthorne Atoms Basketball Club (Basketball)
Staines (Women's Hockey)
Staines & Laleham CC (Cricket)
Staines Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Staines Sailing Club (Sailing)
Shops
Pampurred Pets
SWAG
Sunset Pharmacy
The Optical Shop
Shoe Fetish
Chris Pegram
Places to Stay near Staines
Travelodge Staines (0.24 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Swan Hotel (0.41 miles)
The Swan Hotel in Staines has a wonderful location, overlooking the River Thames. All of it's 11 bedrooms have recently been refurbished to a very high standard and are in ... More
Thames Lodge Hotel (0.44 miles)
Well situated in Staines, on the banks of the River Thames, the hotel is popular with both business and leisure guests with a modern bar and restaurant overlooking the river. This Mercure ... More
Albany House (0.97 miles)
Wraysbury Hall (1.15 miles)
The Runnymede-on-Thames (1.23 miles)
the runnymede-on-thames is 4 Star luxury, privately owned hotel, located 5 miles from Windsor and 7 miles from Heathrow, on the banks of the River Thames. It is ideally situated for exploring the tourist ... More | visit website
Laburnum Lodge (1.62 miles)
Laburnum Lodge is an established, friendly, family run B&B specialising in quality accommodation with that personal touch.When you stay at Laburnum lodge, you will see that our guest accommodation has ... More
Thameside Accommodation (1.72 miles)
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We are a friendly family run Bed and Breakfast.Thameside is convenient for M3,M4,M25,Heathrow Airport,trains to central London,Staines town centre with numerous shops,entertainment and restaurants. We ... More
Travelodge Heathrow Terminal 5 (2.33 miles)
The Travelodge Heathrow Terminal 5 hotel is a newly built hotel, perfectly located for your pre-flight stopover. The hotel is just a short drive from all of the airport terminals and is serviced by the ... More | visit website
Ashmead Apartments (2.56 miles)
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