Cheshire County · Monadnock Region

Surry

Where Alamo Hero Amos Pollard Called Home

Part of the Keene area

About Surry

Surry is a small town in Cheshire County with a population of 792 residents. The community centers around its local school district and the Surry Village Store, which serves as a gathering point for residents. The town operates its own school district as part of SAU 91, providing local educational services to families in the area. The town maintains a rural character with its location in the Monadnock region of southwestern New Hampshire. Residents appreciate the small-town atmosphere where local government remains accessible and community members know their neighbors. The town's size allows for direct participation in local affairs while still providing essential services through the town government and school district.

Why Surry?

Own school district (SAU 91) serving local families
Small population of 792 allows for close community connections
Local village store provides convenient shopping
Rural Monadnock region location with open space
Direct access to town government and local decision-making

Quick Facts

Population

792

County

Cheshire

Region

Monadnock Region

School District

SAU 91

Weather in Surry

59°F

Clear

Today

61 / 33

Fri

52 / 31

Sat

54 / 32

Map

Living in Surry

What you need to know about making Surry your home.

Major Employers

Town of SurrySurry School DistrictSurry Village Store

Schools & Education

Surry is part of the Surry School District (SAU 91).

Cost of Living

Housing costs are generally in line with other small Cheshire County towns (est.). New Hampshire's lack of state income tax helps offset property tax obligations for residents.

Real Estate

$285,000 (est.) — reasonable for Cheshire County median home price

$18.50 per $1,000 (est.) — reasonable for NH property tax rate

No state income or sales tax in NH

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Commute Times

25 min

Keene

2 hr 15 min

Boston

1 hr 15 min

Concord

35 min

Brattleboro, VT

School District

School district

Surry School District(SAU 91)

Grades served: PreK-12

Surry local school (Surry School District)

PreK-12Elementary

Regional high school via Surry School District

PreK-12High School

Parks & Public Spaces

Surry Mountain TrailTrail

Hidden Gems in Surry

Beyond the well-known attractions, Surry has spots that locals love and visitors rarely find.

Surry Mountain Preserve - Lily Pond Loop Trail

year-round

A hidden 4.9-mile loop trail through 1,300 acres of pristine forest managed by The Nature Conservancy. The trail leads to a remote mountain pond called Lily Pond, which sits 750 feet above the valley and is surprisingly 80 feet deep. Along the way, you'll find the Surry Mountain Cascade waterfall and may spot black bears, bobcats, or fisher tracks. Most hikers have the trail entirely to themselves - it's a true locals' secret just north of Keene.

Surry Mountain Lake Beach

summer

A surprisingly spacious 600-foot sandy beach on the Ashuelot River that feels more like a lakeside resort than a New Hampshire swimming hole. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this day-use area offers crystal-clear water backed by views of Surry Mountain. The beach has a distinctly local vibe - families spread out on the sand while kids play in the shallow, protected swimming area. It's free to use and uncrowded, especially on weekdays.