Grayshott is a village with a population of approximately 2,500. It is well positioned for commuters being within easy reach of the South coast, the M25 and London. There are rail links from neighbouring Haslemere & Liphook. Currently works are taking place on the new Hindhead Tunnel that will help traffic flow on the A3, avoiding the famous ‘Hindhead Traffic Lights’.

In 2007 Grayshott was awarded the title of "Best Village in East Hampshire”. It had previously been awarded the title of "Best Village in Hampshire" in 2002 and again in 2005. Grayshott has a very active business community, which comprises of shops, service providers and various organisations.

There are many places to enjoy social activities with the Fox & Pelican pub at the centre of the village and an active social Club and Royal British Legion all offering a place to enjoy a drink. There is also an excellent choice of restaurants in the village offering Chinese, Indian, Nepalese and Turkish cuisine. The Fox and Pelican also host a restaurant offering an extensive menu.

There are many societies and organisation in Grayshott ranging from the Grayshott Gardeners to Grayshott Concerts and Movies in Grayshott. During the year these societies and organisations organise many events and activities that provide entertainment and enjoyment for the local community.

From 1898 to 1901 Flora Thompson author of Lark Rise to Candleford, was assistant postmistress in Grayshott. Among her customers were Arthur Conan Doyle, who lived at what became the Undershaw Hotel (now closed) next to Hindhead traffic lights, and George Bernard Shaw, who lived at Blen Cathra, now St Edmunds School, Hindhead.

Towards Headley Down is Grayshott Spa. This building, known as Grayshott Hall, is on the site of a small farm, which Alfred Tennyson and his family rented in 1867 while he had Aldworth built nearby in Haslemere.