Experience Guildford
If you live, work, or shop in Guildford, you’ve probably seen our friendly Town Rangers out and about. Always ready with a smile, directions, and helpful advice, they’re just one of the many ways we make Guildford a safe, welcoming, and vibrant place to visit. We’re also the team behind some of your favourite moments in town – from the magical Christmas Lights switch-on to family fun like Fun Time Thursdays. Add in seasonal trails, kids’ activities, and year-round events, and there’s always something new to enjoy.
Love a local deal? Our Christmas Privilege Card and year-round Privilege Card offer exclusive discounts at shops, cafés, restaurants, and attractions across Guildford – all free to access when you download the Experience Guildford app.
Whether you’re hunting for the best lunch spot, curious about what’s on, or just need a hand finding your way, we’re here to help. Stay up to date by subscribing to our newsletter at www.experienceguildford.com and following us on social media @experienceguildford for the latest events, offers, and town news.
Proudly Independent
Guildford is home to over 160 Independent businesses from quirky bars to handcrafted gift shops, board game cafes to theatres. Many of these independents have won multiple awards recognised by national bodies.
Read on to find and out about our Independent gems and what they have to offer, as well as the wonderful owners and their teams that make these businesses so special.
Look out for 'Proudly Independent' window stickers in the windows of all our Independent businesses in Guildford Town!
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Street art in Guildford! Guildford Festival of the Arts!
Upcoming Events
Introduction to Ballroom and Latin-American Dances | The Guildford Institute
Over this course, we'll explore four beautiful dance styles from the International and American…
Learn, create and be entertained with The Guildford Institute’s new events programme
April – September events The Guildford Institute is a local charity providing cultural…
Noughts and Crosses | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
'Why love, if losing hurts so much? Sephy and Callum sit together on a beach. They are in love…
Short Stories, Tall Tales: Bertie's Big Top | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Come and meet Bertie, the little boy with a big imagination. One stormy, rainy day Bertie is bored…
Spring at Wild Wood Treetop Adventure
Spring into the Wild! Wild Wood Adventure has over 60 challenges soaring 42ft in the air and is one…
Surrey Photographic Association Biennial Exhibition | Guildford House Gallery
Date: Saturday 11 April 2026 Time: 10am - 4.30pm Tuesday - Saturday (last entry 4pm) Free entry…
Young Company: Summer Term | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Join the Young Company Are you aged 13–16 and bursting with creativity, energy, and a love for…
Gertrude Jekyll in Surrey | Guildford Museum
Saturday 25 April to Saturday 24 October 2026 Wednesday - Saturday 12 noon - 4.30pm (last entry 4pm)…
Henry Normal and Jan Brierton | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Henry Normal and Dubliner Jan Brierton present an evening of poetry and laughs. Henry will be…
Sweet Moves for Challengers
We are Sweet Moves for Challengers, a group of students from the University of Surrey, raising funds…
Taizé Prayer Service at Guildford Cathedral
Taizé Prayer Service at Guildford Cathedral Wednesday, 29 April from 8pm Join us for a…
Guildford Jazz
A unique evening with legendary prog-jazz drummer BILL BRUFORD who set the standard for creative…
Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Saturday 2 May 2026
Date: Saturday 2 May 2026 Time: 11:00 Meet at: Tunsgate Arch. Guildford…
Summerpole 2026 | Guildford
Saturday 2 May 2026 Summerpole is an annual event held in Guildford High Street organised by Pilgrim…
Surrey Poetry Festival 2026 | GSA Guildford School of Acting
Saturday 2 May 2026 2pm - 7pm BOOK NOW Join us for a day celebrating a diverse range of poetry…
Boyband in the Buff starring Gareth Gates | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Get ready to scream like it's 1999! Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert…
Stoke Park Bowling Club Open Days
Discover what outdoor lawn bowls is all about at Stoke Park Bowling Club's Open Days on Sunday…
Aardman in Concert | G Live
50 years of Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep and Friends A cinematic and musical celebration of…
Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Monday 4 May 2026
Date: Monday 4 May 2026 Time: 11:00 Meet at: Tunsgate Arch. Guildford…
Glorious! | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Florence Foster Jenkins is about to blow your mind…and possibly your eardrums. The critically…
Guildford Farmers' Market - Tuesday 5 May
Tuesday 5 May 2026 10:00 - 15:00 Venue: Guildford High Street The Farmer's Market takes…
Guildford Guildhall Open Day - Tuesday 5 May 2026
When: Tuesday 5 May 2026 - 10.00 to 14.00 Explore the Guildhall on a 60 minute tour…
Surrey Hills International Music Festival 2026
SURREY HILLS INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 5-16 May 2026 The Surrey Hills…
The Guildhall | Guided Walk - Tuesday 5 May 2026
Date: Tuesday 5 May 2026 Time: 11:00 Meeting Point: Meet at The Guildhall GU1…
Cathedral Tots at Guildford Cathedral
Our informal service for toddlers and pre-schoolers takes place on the first Wednesday of each month…
Guildford Jazz
Irrepressible saxophone star of the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Derek Nash is one of…
Yesterday's Castaways: History, Nostalgia or Junk? | The Guildford Institute
Popular local historian David Rose looks at once common everyday objects, some remembered and some…
An Adequate Abridgement of Boarding School Life as a Homo | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Meet Johnny, 18-years-old and in his final year at an all-boys boarding school. He ambles through…
Coffee Time Talk: Cranleigh Cottage Hospital | The Guildhall
Thursday 7 May Pre-book your place by emailing heritageservices@guildford.gov.uk or…
Free Coffee Concert at Guildford Cathedral
Free Coffee Concerts Step into the uplifting world of Guildford Cathedral's Free Monthly Coffee…
Jazz and Édith Piaf | The Guildford Institute
Guitarist Nicolas Meier is inviting singer Anna Stewart to join him as they look at the wonderful…
Royal Guildford | Guided Walk - Thursday 7 May 2026
Date: Thursday 7 May 2026 Time: 11:00 Meeting Point: Meet at Tunsgate Arch…
Dial 1 UK | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Every night in New Delhi, Uday Kumar (UK) answers panicked calls to the Goldmine Crypto GB Helpline…
The Music Of Westlife By Candlelight | Guildford Cathedral
The Music Of Westlife By Candlelight comes to Guildford Cathedral! Friday 8th May 2026 at 7:30pm…
Charity Guildford Inflatable 5K
Taking place in Stoke Park, Guildford on 9th May 2026. Get ready to bounce your way around the…
Fossil handling and activities at Guildford Museum | Surrey Day
Saturday 9 May 12pm to 3pm Suitable for ages 6 to 11 years old. Adults to accompany all…
Guildford Inflatable 5k 2026
Get ready to jump, bounce, slide and swing through the World's BIGGEST and CRAZIEST Inflatable…
Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Saturday 9 May 2026
Date: Saturday 9 May 2026 Time: 11:00 Meet at: Tunsgate Arch. Guildford…
Tenebrae - A Celestial Gift | Surrey Hills International Music Festival
Date: Saturday 9 May Venue: Holy Trinity Church, High Street, Guildford GU1 3JH Time…
The Music of The Beatles By Candlelight | Guildford Cathedral
The Music of The Beatles By Candlelight returns to Guildford Cathedral! Saturday 9th May 2026 at…


