Visit Guildford!

Whilst in Guildford why not make the most of your visit and explore what our beautiful historic town has to offer.

From the picture-postcard cobbled High Street to the enticing narrow lanes of Chapel Street and Swan Lane; from the 15th Century Guildhall to top of the range designer shops; Guildford perfectly blends a vibrant centre with the tranquillity of a country town.  

Below are a select list of attractions and businesses that Guildford Shakespeare Company are proud to promote, and which we believe showcases the very best that Guildford has to offer any new visitor…and who knows, you might even see one or two of our actors enjoying their hospitality too!

The 2008 Season is part of the Guildford Summer Festival
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We hope you enjoy your time in our town.

The Asperion Hotel

Asperion, a 4-AA star, organic and fair trade, boutique guesthouse, was started in 2005 with an aim to be a socially responsible, "more than for profit" hospitality business, and is passionately committed to making a difference in the lives of its guests and the wider communities. Guildford life With Style Award Winner

Al Vicolo

Al Vicolo is a family run Café-restaurant, where a wide range of coffee, light bites, pastas, salads are served, as well as Sardinian specialities. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal, offering our customers a chance to work or chat, or meet friends while sampling the culinary delights on offer. Guildford Life With Style Award Winner

The Bombay Spice

The name Bombay Spice translates quite literally as sophisticated taste of spice from India and Bangladesh and this is the ethos behind the innovative menu. With an emphasis on refined yet creative Indian cuisine, the menu incorporates both traditional classic favourites and original new dishes that apply eastern flavours with a western twist.

The Keystone

Relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere with attention to detail, serving fresh food every day. Appropriate for every occasion from a quiet drink on the sofa, to a celebration on a Saturday night, or a lazy Sunday with the papers & a delicious roast. Walkers welcome! The Camra Good Beer Guide 2006, 2007 & 2008.

The King's Head

Cafe Continental - www.thecontinentalcafe.co.uk

Guildford Life With Style Awards Runner-Up

Guildford House Gallery

The Gallery shows a constantly changing programme of temporary exhibitions. The 17th Century, Grade I Listed Building has many original features, a Gift Shop with local craft work, and a cafe with freshly prepared food and summer al fresco dining. Admission Free - Open Tues-Sat. 10am -   4.45pm. 

Guildford Castle & Museum

The Museum was founded in 1898 and now houses the largest collection of archaeology, local history and needlework in Surrey. The Castle Grounds are open all year round and admission is free. The Great Tower contains a model of the original castle c.1300 CE andinterpretation panels tracing the tower's history to the present day.

Guildford Life with Style

This campaign aims to collectively promote Guildford as a great place in which to work, live, study, and visit, and the annual Awards are designed to recognise the town's finest people, places and businesses. Guildford Shakespeare Company has won Best Cultural Event in 2006 and 2007.

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