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For many visitors approaching Guildford, the county town of Surrey, their first view is of the 20th century red-brick cathedral and its golden angel weather-vane, perched high on Stag Hill where it overlooks the town and the university campus, dominating the surrounding landscape.
The town itself is situated on the banks of the River Wey, occupying a natural gap in the North Downs that provides excellent road and rail connections to the South East of England. Although now used mainly for pleasure, the Wey Navigation and links to the Basingstoke Canal once afforded Guildford easy access to England’s extensive canal network, providing routes to London and further afield. Although the wharfs and warehouses no longer operate, parts of the waterfront have been preserved, offering a glimpse into the town’s not-so-distant past.
Located equidistant from London and Portsmouth, the town gained early importance as a staging post for travellers, civilian and military, as well as fulfilling its local role as the regional market place, occasional seat of the County Assizes, and location of a Royal hunting lodge.
In modern times the town has retained its importance as a communication hub and market town, and gained a contemporary cathedral, modern university, world-class sports facilities and extensive shopping and commercial developments.
What's On in Guildford
Saturday 23 May from 10am to 4pm
Tues 17 Feb, Thurs 19 Feb, Tues 31 March, Thurs 2 April, Tues 26 May or Thurs 28 May at 9am
Friday 29th and Saturday 30th May
Tuesday 2nd June from 10am to 3pm
Saturday 6 June from 12 noon to 4pm
Saturday 6th June from 10:30am to 2:30pm
Latest News & Blogs
19th May 2026
For those that enjoy spending their time playing various types of sport, the idea of a new venue opening up is always something that will be worth looking at. As...
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18th May 2026
Going for an outdoor adventure trip is a great way to break away from all the devices and technology that surround us. While some people choose extreme adventure, some focus...
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15th May 2026
Those that use the local railway will be disappointed to learn that rail replacement buses will be in operation during parts of May, which will have an impact on the...
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12th May 2026
Guildford residents are gearing themselves up for some major disruption over the next few months, with roadworks on the A3 liable to cause issues for the majority of people in...
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11th May 2026
Most customers decide whether to trust a business in a matter of seconds. A quick glance at your website or social media feed is often enough for someone to judge...
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Popular Attractions in Guildford
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There is plenty to do and see for visitors traveling to Guildford, including a trip to the Guildford Castle, the Guildford Cathedral or an educational visit to the Guildford museum. If history is your forte, these attractions are well worth a visit.
From budget to mid-range luxury spa hotels, Guildford offers a good selection of accommodation for all travelers visiting the Surrey area. Check out our guide to hotels in Guildford, which includes a map of all the accommodation in the area, as well as a summary of each one.
There are two market locations in Guildford – the High Street where a Farmers’ Market is held on the first Tuesday of each month (although not in January) and North Street where a traditional market flourishes on every Friday and Saturday. The Farmer’s Market extends along the length of the High Street, and includes food, craft and plant stalls. The market in North Street is more general, including fruit and vegetables, flowers and home goods.
Art Galleries, Theatres, Live Music and Comedy Nights provide year-round entertainment to locals and visitors alike. Check out our Entertainment guide, which include venues such as the G Live, the Boileroom, the Electric Theatre, amongst many others.
In addition to the main streets and side alleys, Guildford has a major, two-story shopping centre, complete with adjacent multi-story car parking, and several covered shopping malls. In fact, over 240 different retailers compete to attract your attention as you browse through the main shopping localities.
