What’s On in Guildford this March

Before we get started on events and concerts, just a quick heads up about the greatest free show in town at this time of year. The arrival of spring will see the Castle Grounds burst into a riot of colour and beautifully designed floral displays, ideal for a quiet...

What we love this month

Every month we take a look at something, or somebody that is loved by Guildfordians and hopefully, visitors alike. This month we take a look at the rich and varied history of our beautiful town, focussing on just a few of the iconic buildings just a short stroll from...

What’s On in Guildford this February

Let’s kick off this month’s roundup with a heads up for three must-see shows at the Yvonne Arnaud. Comedy legend John Shuttleworth brings his faithful Yamaha organ to Guildford on February 20th, and tickets are selling fast. ‘Raising the Oof’ celebrates John’s 40...

The Best Place to Open a Shoe Shop

Back in 2009 we learned that Radisson were planning to open a new luxury hotel on the site of the old White Horse Hotel, approximately 400 metres from our front door, and rather than view this as bad news, we chose to welcome the new arrival with open arms. In fact,...

Things to do in Guildford when it’s raining

With an average rainfall of just 749mm per year, Guildford is one of the driest places in the UK, quite surprising when you consider that Surrey has more trees than any other English county, and the amount of Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty there are within a few...