Guildford Town Guides

16/08/2024

Just three spaces left on our Guildford walk on Tuesday 20th August. There's only one of these very special tours this season.
Will you be the lucky ones who will get the chance to enjoy this facinating walk?
Kings, Queens, Princes and Princesses - so many royal links with Guildford.
Can you name one? No? Better book a space to find out!
Yes? Come and find out if you are correct.
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13/08/2024

Guildford looks beautiful in the sunshine. Couldn't resist posting a few photos taken yesterday on such hot day even the ducks were looking for shade. Our walks are the perfect way of seeing things you have probably walked by a hundred times and never noticed. Check out what coming up and make the most of this mini summer the weather has given us and book in your stroll now. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

11/08/2024

We all instantly recognise the clock in the High Street outside the Guildhall but have you ever wondered what's inside the building and just how much intriguing history lies beyond the door?
There are few spaces this Tuesday on the final two tour walks at 11am and 1pm. Last chance to have a sneaky look inside this season. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

10/08/2024

This week we got this message "We so enjoyed this walk last year we decided to come again."
Did you know a lot of people who join our walks are "returners"! They come back time and again to take part in different walks [we offer so many varied ones] and many repeat walks as they enjoy them so much.
This week offers three opportunities to join a brilliant 'tell all' walk to get a little bit of everything Guildford has to offer. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

07/08/2024

Medieval Guildford sold out! Why not grab a last minute space on our brand new Guildhall Tour on Tuesday 13 Aug https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

06/08/2024

Fantastical comments about our Fantastical Mr Carroll walks today:
"It was the highlight of our 3 day visit to Surrey - congratulations to all involved"
“ We loved it!”
“If they are all as good as this we’ll come on some more.”
Thanks to Jeff our knowledgeable guide and all the talented actors involved in this walk.
Still time to join us on this very popular walk on Thursday morning or grab the final two places on Thursday afternoon. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

04/08/2024

Fantastical Mr Carroll is selling out! Just a couple of tickets left on both Tuesday's walks so if you don't want to miss this unmissable then book a space now. Or grab a reservation for the Thursday walks this week while you still can.
A chance for all ages to find out the real story behind the man who wrote Alice in Wonderland. What is Lewis Carroll's link with ?
Come and join us as his story unfolds led by our knowledgeable guide and be ready for a few surprises along the way.
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02/08/2024

Medieval Guildford is sold out this Sunday 4th August so book now for Sun 11th August if you want to find out all about the fascinating history of our town. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

01/08/2024

Just a reminder, if you have reserved a place on one of our and cannot make it please do let us know. We often have a waiting list of people who can only make a specific day and would love to grab your space. You will get a booking reminder so please don't just not turn up as not only will our guide wait for you to arrive at the meeting point but by then its too late to contact anyone waiting for that walk. Thank you and enjoy today's fascinating Guildford walk everyone. Let us know what you learn! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

29/07/2024

There's a few spaces left on our walk the Thursday morning. Always considered an Age of Elegance there's much to be to be discovered on this walk, including scandal and intrigue! Perfect walking temperatures and no rain forecast so why not book your place now. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

25/07/2024

The indifferent weather did not deter our walkers today who enjoyed a fascinating walk meeting a weatlh of historical characters on the way. Peter says "Our guide Paul made the Abbot story come alive. What an incredible story it is" Michelle told us "I never knew George Abbot was so fascinating"

There's three chances to join a Guildford Story walk this weekend and Tuesday 30th.

And why not get organised and reserve your places on the next walk on 6th and 8th August? brings Alice in Wonderland and her creator to life. A great family walk. Don't miss it. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

21/07/2024

Counting down to our Prayers Plots and Poison walks this week. Join us at 11am or 2pm on Tuesday 23 July and Thursday 25th July. There's still a handful of places left and its a fantastic opportunity for all the family to enjoy one of our Walks. Yes, the clue is in the name so come and see who and what you might 'encounter' en route. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

17/07/2024

15/07/2024

Still time to join our very popular walk on Sunday 21st July. A brilliant way to find out all about our town, its history and the famous people and places associated with Great start to the summer holidays for all the family! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

11/07/2024

Prayers Plots and Poison is an which means its full of surprises or more ways than ususal! Not just a walk, also a theatrical experience bringing the stories of plots and intrigue to life. Find out how George Abbot fought to protect both King James – and himself – from assassination and where did the Archbishop of Canterbury fit in? Get all the answers on Tuesday 23rd or Thursday 25th July. Perfect timing for the end of term so bring along the kids too for a fun, educational and healthy walk! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

09/07/2024

Hidden Guildford is a fascinating walk. Hidden = kept out of sight; concealed - and this walk digs below the surface and reveals some hidden secrets and facts about Guildford that might surprise you. Join us on Sunday 14th July to find out more!
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04/07/2024

Lewis Carroll is an author everyone is familiar with, but did you know he had close links with Guildford and even died here? Join our fascinating walk and find out all about the life and times of Reverend Charles Dodgson. Who? You thought the walk was about Lewis Carroll? It is! Time to come and find out more and join those literary dots!! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

01/07/2024

Welcome July! A month when we have a full schedule of fascinating walks suitable for all ages and interests. There's a handful of spaces on the brand new walk on Tues 9th July. Have you ever had the chance to see inside this very special building which is at the heart of the town and has so much history attached to it. Join us to find out more https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

25/06/2024

Planning summer break activities for your youngsters? Our Prayers Plots & Poison walk is the perfect FREE outing for kids and adults alike who enjoy hearing and seeing history come to life. Join a walk about the life of George Abbot, a Guildford boy who rose to national prominence at the Court of King James 1, becoming Archbishop of Canterbury. He is most remembered in Guildford for Abbot's Hospital, the magnificent almshouse which he founded - still fulfilling its original purpose 400 years later.
Kids will love the intrigue and hearing how a young Guildford boy made history! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

22/06/2024

Unprecedented demand for so many of our walks this season BUT you can still join us for this Tues 25th June or grab a last minute cancellation for Wed 26th or Thu 27th. Take a look! Why not plan ahead for July? https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

17/06/2024

Fancy a whistlestop walk to brighten up your working day? New for 2024 Brief Lives offer a rapid introduction to 4 famous Guildford faces in a 45 minute walk. Its also at 1pm so you can take that lunchtime break you've been promising yourself, do something memorable with it and even have time for a sandwich before heading back to work. Just a couple of spaces left on Wed 26th June so click and book a space now before you miss out. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

13/06/2024

"Fantastic walk today. History really came alive as there are so many interesting artefacts around the town centre. Very many thanks to our very knowledgeable guide, David."
Its always wonderful to get feedback like this from those who join our many walks.

Take a look at the huge variety of walks on offer this season including brand new for 2024 tour. Tuesday 18th June - sold out in the morning but a few last minute spaes at 1pm. Its fascinating to find out what makes Guildford tick!
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10/06/2024

A High Street, A castle, Lewis Carroll! Think you know Guildford? Join our knowledgeable guide for a fascinating walk beyond the High Street to discover the less well known stories of the town. Hidden Guildford is waiting for you. 13th June https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

07/06/2024

Made in Guildford. What was made here in the past? What is made here these days? Find out about the industries that helped made Guildford the prosperous town it is today. Grab the last few spaces on our fascinating walk on 11th June. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

04/06/2024

Brand new for 2024 our World War11 walk pays tribute to the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day landings. As we remember some of the remarkable experiences of living in Guildford during the Second World War we will visit evidence of the extraordinary defence measures taken to protect our town, and recall the impact of war on townsfolk at that time. There is just one space left on this very popular walk. First come first served. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

31/05/2024

There still a few places on tomorrow's so why not take advantage of the fact its going to be dry and even sunny on the first official day of summer and find out about all those kings, queens and their links with https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

26/05/2024

Our newly updated Walks on 7th and 27th June and 4 July are proving very very popular. We have therefore increased the number of spaces available. To access these please click here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/alan-turing-extra-places-tickets-912312309677?_gl=1*17lgoq0*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTc2MzExNzc4OC4xNzE2MTE5MTk5*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*MTcxNjc0NDI4MS4yLjAuMTcxNjc0NDI4MS4wLjAuMA..
And why not make your walk even more special with an afternoon tea? The Mandolay Hotel (which features on our walk) are offering visitors a 10% discount on cream teas and traditional afternoon teas. Vouchers will be given to visitors at the start of each walk. You can book your tea at www.mandolay.com

19/05/2024

Our walks are filling up fast so do reserve your if you plan on joining us. There's a few last minute places on this Tuesday 21 May if you want to take advantage of the sunshine and get the full experience. Not sure which walk you fancy then there's lots of information here to help you make up your mind https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173/

15/05/2024

Buildings have been demolished or destroyed over the ages, but High Street has retained its charm, despite some bitter battles at times. Join our knowlegeable guide on Thursday 23 May and find out more about which buildings are real which are fake. Can you tell the difference? What are the tell tale, giveaway signs? https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173

13/05/2024

- there are just two chances this season to catch this walk which features the 'goodies and baddies' who have made an impact on our town Join us on Sat 18 May for a fascinating look at the places and people who influenced our history for better or worse! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/guildford-town-guides-40415682173