Free Guided guided walks with the Guildford Town Guides
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Secrets, scandal and spying are all part of Guildford's astonishing past - discover a lot more than you thought by choosing one of the Guildford's free guided walks.
Take a Guildford Story walk to discover the origins of the town or walk in the footsteps of the famous on a themed walk.
Numbers are limited on all the public walks, so it is better to secure your place by booking online.
For a modest fee, you can arrange a private our by appointment any any time during the year. Visit the Town Guides' website for more information on group bookings and bespoke tours.
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