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
Hidden Guildford | Guided Walk - Thursday 27 August 2026
Date: Thursday 27 August 2026 Time: 11:00 Meeting Point: Tunsgate Arch. Guildford…
"People watching" by Rebecca Holton
4 July – 3 October 2026 Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 4.30pm Free Entry - donations welcome Coming…
Competitive Summer Tennis Camp
Take your game to the next level this summer. Designed for ambitious junior players aged 8–9 (Orange…
Gertrude Jekyll in Surrey | Guildford Museum
Saturday 25 April to Saturday 24 October 2026 Wednesday - Saturday 12 noon - 4.30pm (last entry 4pm)…
Summer at Wild Wood Treetop Adventure
Wild Wood Adventure is open daily throughout the summer holidays, providing you and the family with…
Taster Session: Ballroom and Latin-American Dances | Guildford Institute - 27 August
27 August, 6pm - 7pm Join experienced Tutor Eszter for an introduction to Ballroom and…
Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Friday 28 August 2026 at 17:30
Date: Friday 28 August 2026 at 17:30 Time: 11:00 Meet at: Tunsgate Arch. Guildford…
Guildford Explorers| Guided Walk - Friday 28 August at 11:45
Date: Friday 28 August 2026 Time: 11:45 For children aged 7-11 - all children must…
Bank holiday offer at The Ivy Asia Guildford
Friday 28 August - Monday 31 August 2026 For Your Little Sushi Lovers This Bank Holiday, discover…
Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Saturday 29 August 2026
Date: Saturday 29 August 2026 Time: 11:00 Meet at: Tunsgate Arch…
Guided Tour of Guildford Cathedral | 29 August
Step into the story of Guildford Cathedral with a guided tour of Surrey's iconic hilltop…
Make the Most of the Final Summer Bank Weekend at the Ivy Castle View Guildford
The Sensational Menu is available from Saturday 29th to Monday 31st August Designed for long lunches…
Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites Illuminated | Guildford Cathedral
Overview An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer and cinema's most iconic music with a live chamber…
Lewis Carroll | Guided Walk - Sunday 30 August 2026
Date: Sunday 30 August 2026 Time: 11:00 Meeting Point: Meet at Guildford Town…
Sparkle Vegan Market - 30 August
Location: Guildford High Street Date: Sunday 30 August 2026 Time: 11:00 - 16:00 There…
Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Monday 31 August 2026
Date: Monday 31 August 2026 Time: 11:00 Meet at: Tunsgate Arch. Guildford, GU1 3AA…
Alan Turing | Guided Walk - Tuesday 1 September 2026
Date: Tuesday 1 September 2026 Time: 11:00 Meet at: G Live , London Road, Guildford…
Guildford Farmers' Market - Tuesday 1 September
Tuesday 1 September 2026 10:00 - 15:00 Venue: Guildford High Street The Farmer's Market takes…
Guildford Guildhall Open Day - Tuesday 1 September 2026
When: Tuesday 1 September - 10.00 to 14.00 Come and see inside Guildford's…
Judge-ment day at Guildford Guildhall - 1 September
Tuesday 1 September 10am to 12pm Guildford Guildhall Suitable for ages 6+, parents to accompany all…
Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Thursday 3 September 2026
Date: Thursday 3 September 2026 Time: 11:00 Meeting Point: Meet at Tunsgate Arch…
Coffee Time Talk: The remarkable life of John Rand Capron | Guildhall
Thursday 3 September Doors open 10.30am for refreshments. The talk starts at 11am and lasts about 50…
Guildford Jazz
Trumpeter Steve Waterman's Octet celebrates the music of Miles Davis - one of the most iconic…
Simple Tapestry Weaving | Guildford Institute
4 September, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Discover the timeless art of tapestry weaving in this…
Tower Tours at Guildford Cathedral
Tower Tours Join our Tower Tour Guides on an exciting journey spiralling up the 249 steps to the top…
Law & Disorder | Guided Walk - Saturday 5 September 2026
Date: Saturday 5 September 2026 Time: 11:00 Meeting Point: Tunsgate Arch…
Guildford Jazz
The Mantecas are an electrifying eight-piece, London-based, Salsa, Latin Jazz and Boogaloo band…
Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Sunday 6 September 2026
Date: Sunday 6 September 2026 Time: 11:00 Meet at: Tunsgate Arch. Guildford, GU1…
Alina Choir presents - Shadow & Light
Experience the emotional power of Elgar and Holst in an inspiring afternoon of English choral music…
NORWOOD WIND ENSEMBLE
Castle Grounds Bandstand Concert Programme 2026 Sunday 6 September 2pm - 4pm Norwood Wind…
Opera under the Balcony - Free Guildford Fringe Event
Sunday 6 September 2026 18:00 Free Event The Guildhall becomes the stage for a free evening of…
The Big Buzz 26, Bee-lieve Foundation Charity Cricket Festival
The Big Buzz 26 is Bee-lieve's flagship fundraising event, bringing together world-class…
Exploring Ink and Bleach | Guildford Institute
7 September, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Get creative with the striking effects of ink and bleach…
Guildford Jazz | The Guildford Institute
Two of the UK's world-class and most popular jazz musicians present a lunchtime special for the…
Muddy Boots Walking Group
A walk of 2/3 miles on Whitmoor Common Nature Reserve, managed by Surrey Wildlife Trust, on behalf…
Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Tuesday 8 September 2026
Date: Tuesday 8 September 2026 Time: 11:00 Meet at: Tunsgate Arch. Guildford, GU1…
Art Exhibition | Transformations | Guildford Cathedral
Transformations showcases artwork created by men in HMP Coldingley and highlights the profound…
Creative Writing Workshop | The Guildford Institute
8 September 2026 10:45 am - 1:15 pm Length of Course: 10 Tuesdays Develop your writing skills across…
Little Notes: 14mos-2.5yrs Autumn Term Pass | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Discover the joy of sharing live musical experiences with your child in these fun-filled music…
Little Notes: 2.5-4.5yrs Autumn Term Pass | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Discover the joy of sharing live musical experiences with your child in these fun-filled music…


