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VISITOR GUIDE 2020

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Pop in and talk to a local! WelcomeTO GUILDFORD A vibrant, riverside town, nestled in the CONTENTS beautiful Surrey Hills, offering the best of 04 How to get here both worlds. 05 Only in Guildford In the historic town centre, with its famous cobbled High 06 Events Street, you will find a variety of heritage attractions as well as a fantastic array of shops. There are numerous restaurants 08 Town Centre Attractions providing local and international cuisine, cosy cafés and 18 Guildford Heritage traditional pubs together with a host of entertainment possibilities ranging from excellent theatres, a multiplex 20 Experience Guildford cinema to diverse music venues and clubs. Food and Drink

For nature lovers, within minutes from the town centre, 26 Guildford Attractions you can enjoy walks or cycle rides by the and 31 See and Do along the scenic . If you travel out further, you will also discover picture-book villages, historic houses and a 32 Parks wide range of other attractions to visit. 34 Surrey Attractions

Whether travelling alone or in a group, Guildford has 42 something for everyone and is conveniently located between London and the coast. So what are you waiting for? 44 Maps 50 Guildford Welcomes We would love to see you! Groups

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www.visitguildford.com | 3 SCOTLAND

NORTHERN IRELAND

How to get here By Road Park and Ride The A3 links Guildford directly to , Guildford is well served by four Park and Ride London and the M25 (Junction 10), making it easily services operatingENGLAND all-electric zero emission buses. accessible. The M3 and A31 are also only a stone’s Park free all day and only pay for the bus. throw away linking Guildford to the rest of the UK. l Merrow – Monday to Saturday By Rail l – Monday to Saturday WALES l Onslow – Monday to Saturday Guildford benefits from two train stations, both l Spectrum – Monday to Friday only a short walk from the town’s shops and attractions. Frequent train services operate from When you get here, make the most of your Guildford Station to London Waterloo, with an visit by stopping off at our Tourist Information average journey time of 35 minutes. Direct trains Centre – our team will be happy to help! also run to and from other major hubs including Reading and Portsmouth. www.nationalrail.co.uk

By Air London Waterloo Centrally located between two major airports, Heathrow Heathrow and Gatwick, both of which have direct public transport links to Guildford. www.nationalexpress.com, Guildford www.nationalrail.co.uk Gatwick

By Bus Portsmouth Regular buses connect Guildford to the surrounding villages and further afield. For timetables and information visit

www.surreycc.gov.uk SCOTLAND

By Bike There are plenty of bike racks in and around the

town. If you don’t have your own bike, Brompton NORTHERN IRELAND Bikes can be hired from Guildford station or why not hire an Electric Bike from Guildford Electric Bike Hire, Woodbridge Road? bromptonbikehire.com

WAWALESLES Electric Car Charging Points The nearest electric car charging points to the town centre include car park, Millbrook car park and Waitrose. www.zap-map.com

4 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford OnlyGUILDFORD in

GUILDFORD LIONS WEY RIVER RAFT RACE FESTIVAL AT DAPDUNE WHARF Bringing fun and entertainment to the River With a variety of stands, food, Wey, this annual charity event craft activities and of course, is not to be missed. Come and the fantastic illuminated boat watch as a spectator or get a pageant, this annual event will group together and compete! entertain the whole family. July 2020 September 2020

SURREY COUNTY SHOW The biggest agricultural event in the South East combining animals, food and drink, top class entertainment, exquisite rural crafts and competition. This truly is a fantastic family event. Monday 25th May 2020

THE PASSION GUILDFORD-ON-SEA OF JESUS – URBAN BEACH Come and enjoy all the fun of the On Easter Saturday the seaside slap bang in the middle Wintershall cast of players and of the town. Guildford may be an animals transform the High hour from the coast but Experience Street into the stage of one of Guildford are making waves by the greatest stories ever told. bringing a family fun beach to the Saturday 11th April 2020 banks of the River Wey. 6th – 8th August 2020

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Films @ the 1 – 21st – 25th January & 22nd – 25 April Guildford Pancake Race – 25th February

2 Guildford Jazzfest – 20th – 22nd March

3 Investec International Music Festival – Spring 2020 4 20 Pilgrim Summerpole – 2nd May 5 Guildford Cricket Festival – 15th – 18th May

6 Trinity Folk Festival – 15th -18th May

7 Surrey Hills Artisan Festival – 16th & 17th May Photo: Blue Stevens 8 Guildford Beer Festival – 22nd & 23rd May

9 Heathers the Musical at G Live – 2nd – 6th June

10 Guildford Shakespeare Company: 11 She Stoops to Conquer at – 11th – 27th June Guildford Fringe Festival – 3rd – 26th July

12 Guildford Bike Race – 8th July

13 Cheese and Chilli Festival – 18th & 19th July

14 The Three Musketeers at – 28th July

15 The Jungle Book at Hatchlands Park – 20th & 21st August

16 RHS Flower Show – 8th – 13th September

17 Guildford Book Festival – 4th – 11th October

18 Guildford Light Switch On – November 2020

19 Strictly Ballroom the Musical at G Live 20 – 21st December – 2nd January 2021 For many more exciting events visit our website: www.visitguildford.com 6 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford MARKETS North Street market takes place every Friday and Saturday. Guildford Farmers Market fills the High Street on the first Tuesday of every month. Check our website for additional markets throughout the year including vegan and antique markets.

For many more exciting events visit our website: www.visitguildford.com www.visitguildford.com | 7 TownCENTRE

The town of Guildford boasts a wide range of attractions and activities to entertain. Why not take one of the free guided walks and discover the town’s fascinating past, walking in the footsteps of famous former inhabitants like George Abbot, Lewis Carroll and Alan Turing? You can explore many historic buildings like the Castle, Museum and Gallery (where the Tourist Information Centre is located) and visit historic churches and an imposing twentieth century cathedral. There are a huge variety of shops, restaurants and pubs ranging from familiar names to independents and in the evening, yourself entertained by visiting our theatres, cinema or live music venues. For sports enthusiasts, Guildford offers indoor and outdoor swimming, climbing, ice skating and bowling alongside a multitude of other activities. You can even walk or cycle into beautiful countryside directly from the town centre. The town hosts diverse festivals throughout the year including music, arts, food, drink and literary, so whatever your interests, Guildford has an abundance of attractions to offer you.

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8 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford ABBOT’S HOSPITAL £ High Street, Guildford GU1 3AJ 01483 455 591 l [email protected] l www.abbotshospital.org

George Abbot, Archbishop of , founded Abbot’s Hospital in 1619. Much of the building remains unchanged. Many original features are still in place. A guided tour reveals 17th century stained glass in the Chapel, original furniture in the panelled Common Hall, wonderful architecture and beautifully maintained courtyard gardens. Our new Exhibition provides additional insight into the history of this unique building. Tours are available at 11am from May to September on Thursdays and Fridays.

ATKINSONS GUEST HOUSE Stoke Road, Guildford GU1 1ET 07973 876813 l [email protected] l www.atkinsons-gh.co.uk

Atkinsons is a small family run Guest House, situated opposite Stoke Park with free off-road parking and 0.4 miles to the town centre. All amenities are within a 10-minute walk. For those who require a cooked breakfast, it is served across the road at Lorenzo’s cafe with a 10% discount. Breakfast grab bags are available – you need to order them the evening before.

THE GUILDFORD TOWN GUIDES £ Tourist Information Centre, 155 High Street, Guildford GU1 3AJ 01483 444333 l [email protected] l www.visitguildford.com

Make the most of your visit to Guildford with a guided tour. On a Guildford Story tour you will discover the origins of the town and how the town developed to become what it is today. Themed walks, on the other hand, uncover particular features of Guildford’s past. For example, the Lewis Carroll, Alan Turing and George Abbot walks look into the extraordinary lives of these Guildford celebrities. Free guided walks are available from May to September.

THE COSY CLUB 14 Tunsgate Quarter, Guildford GU1 3QY 01483 369072 l [email protected] l www.cosyclub.co.uk

Quirky, eccentric and playful the Cosy Club offers informal casual dining, drinking and lounging in a family friendly environment. From a lazy breakfast to evening cocktails, or a light lunch to a hefty burger, we’re here all day. Our friendly teams are ready to greet you, dressed in appropriate attire and waiting to whip you up something delicious.

www.visitguildford.com | 9 Stag Hill, Guildford GU2 7UP l Map 2 Ref 5D 01483 547875 l [email protected] l www.guildford-cathedral.org £

Guildford Cathedral – also referred to as, The The Cathedral is not only a place for daily People’s Cathedral – welcomes people of all worship, but also an attraction with unique ages to a place of worship, inspiration and architecture, being a precious part of our engagement. With a truly remarkable story, The national heritage. The Grade II building was People’s Cathedral was completedTown through the conceived and built in the twentieth century generosity of thousands of ‘brick-givers’. Being with simple aesthetic design and decoration. The the only English cathedral dedicated to the Holy fusion of space, light and principles from Gothic Spirit, emblems of doves and flames are visible tradition paired with the twentieth century throughout the building; on the handmade construction techniques reflects the idea of kneelers, the pillars, on the wonderful round Sir Edward Maufe, architect of the building, to windows and the etched glass. produce a design of the time yet in the line of the great English Cathedral, to build anew on tradition. Free Entry – Donations Welcome.

10 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford DAPDUNE WHARF Dapdune Wharf, Wharf Road, Guildford GU1 4RR l Map 2 Ref 7C 01483 561389 l [email protected] l www.nationaltrust.org.uk/riverwey £

Set in four acres of grounds in the heart of of his Tudor ancestors who dared to engage with Guildford, Dapdune Wharf is the historic home Henry VIII. of the Wey barges that worked the waterways From the towpath you can see the ghostly shape from Guildford to the Port of London from 1653 of the ruined Newark Abbey, abandoned during onwards. Who knew thatTown Guildford’s commercial the dissolution of the monasteries. Try and guess waterway pre-dated the northern by 100 the location of Newark Mill, a beautiful wooden years? five-storied mill, which burnt to the ground in an Here in the heart of Surrey, you can find out hour in December 1966. At Thames Lock in about how the Wey Navigation made Guildford , you can see the pound lock, which the county town of Surrey, as well as relaxing on replaced an earlier flash lock, enabling boats to a boat trip, climbing aboard a restored barge, or move from the navigation into the Thames. Open learning how to tie a sailor’s knot. The visitor April to October: Thursdays – Monday. centre at Dapdune Wharf brings to life the stories of this historical waterway. You and your family can have fun at one of our many events, let the children explore or raid our dressing up box. The River Wey Navigations through 20 miles of Surrey countryside, from to Weybridge, with towpath all the way, so you can walk it in chunks, looking out for resident wildlife. Walk past Sutton Place near Jacob’s Well, where the architect of the Navigation, Sir Richard Weston, lived in 1653. Discover the gory details

www.visitguildford.com | 11 G LIVE London Road, Guildford GU1 2AA l Map 2 Ref 10D 01483 369350 l [email protected] l GLive.co.uk

Based in the heart of Guildford town centre, With an excellent in-house restaurant, The G Live is the area’s premier live entertainment Mezzanine Restaurant serving up a showstopping and events venue, offering more than 500 events fusion of British and Asian inspired cuisine before a year. With a diverse programme of shows seeing a show; G Live also features a friendly Townfrom the UK’s leading stand-up comedians, daytime café offering a range of hot and cold musical artists from every genre, West End drinks, sandwiches, cakes and pastries from shows, children’s theatre and a thriving Guildford Monday to Saturday and a large fully-licensed bar International Concert Season which features the serving an impressive range of beer, wine and finest orchestra and soloists from the classical spirits. world; there is truly something spectacular for Its live programme offers a diverse mix of everyone to experience at G Live. artists and productions ranging from Romesh Recognised as one of the UK’s ‘most inclusive Ranganathan, Ben Fogle and John Bishop, to buildings’ in the 2019 Blue Badge Awards, it is its resident orchestra the Royal Philharmonic passionate about providing accessible, inspiring Orchestra, Katherine Jenkins and Peppa Pig, and unforgettable cultural opportunities for the Eric Clapton to The Vaccines, Strictly Ballroom local community and visitors to the area. Its first- the Musical to Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet, class facilities include a 1000-seat (1700-standing) Benjamin Zephaniah, The Guilty Feminist and so main auditorium which is lauded for its much more. outstanding acoustics by the finest musicians To find out more about what’s coming up, how to in the land, a second 100-capacity performance book an event or the latest community activities, space, The Bellerby Studio provides an intimate pop-in for a coffee or check-out GLive.co.uk setting for theatre, comedy, children’s shows and community activities.

12 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford THE SPIKE Warren Road, Guildford GU1 3JH 01483 598420 [email protected] www.guildfordspike.co.uk £

The Spike was an important part of the TownGuildford Union Workhouse and is open to the public on Tuesdays and Saturdays between February and November inclusive when it is open for drop-in tours between 10 and (last tour) 3pm. Any other day of the week – please call to book a tour. Group Tours catered for and coach parking provided at all other times, including Sundays and evenings. You will discover how the poorest folk in society were cared for under the New Poor Laws, a truly eye opening tour, dress up warmly there was never heating in the Spikes. Call 01483 598420 to book a special tour.

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PHO 21 Tunsgate, Guildford GU1 3HE 01483 355410 l [email protected] l www.phocafe.co.uk/guildford

Pho is a Vietnamese street food restaurant located in the heart of Guildford. We have an amazing menu made up of pho noodle soups, healthy salads, fragrant curries, and much more. We also have an excellent cocktail list, Vietnamese and fantastic wine and craft beer options, as well as healthy juices. We are accredited by Coeliac UK and over a quarter of our menu is vegan, so there really is something for everyone at Pho.

www.visitguildford.com | 13 GUILDFORD LIDO Stoke Road, Guildford GU1 1HB l Map 2 Ref 9A 01483 449108 l [email protected] l www.guildfordlido.co.uk £

Guildford’s open-air pool – the Lido, is open For a more gentle experience meander down the during the summer season from April to ANACONDA but look out for those tricky corners September. Set in 4½ acres of beautifully that will make you go faster! landscaped gardens, theTown heated Olympic sized The Lido is one of Guildford’s greatest treasures. pool is a great place to chill out, meet friends, Tucked away next to and 1 picnic and of course, do some serious swimming! minute from the A3, it is one of the country’s Guildford Lido boasts three exciting slides as well few remaining original 1930’s pools. The Lido as the paddling pool with interactive toys and a attracts an average of 60,000 people every season mini-slide for younger swimmers. and is home for a variety of community galas, competitions and other community clubs and Customers this season will be able to ride the societies. MULTISLIDE which has two lanes side-by-side so two people can race themselves to see who’s the The Lido is also a great venue for private hire with fastest and if you’re brave enough take on the corporate BBQ’s our speciality. Please visit our KAMAKAZIE – one slide, straight down BOOM! website or call us for detailed opening times and prices.

14 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford Parkway, Guildford GU1 1UP l Map 2 Ref 11A 01483 443322 l [email protected] l www.guildfordspectrum.co.uk £

Guildford Spectrum – the most exciting leisure For younger visitors, there’s a soft play area complex in the UK has many facilities available providing a challenging and fun-filled for everyone to enjoy. These include; four environment. There is free parking, one bar and swimming pools includingTown a great leisure pool three restaurants and we are open 365 days a year! with wave machine, an Olympic sized ice rink Please visit our website or call us for detailed and a 32 lane tenpin bowling centre. opening times and prices.

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WILD WOOD ADVENTURE Peacock Wood, Lido Road, Guildford GU1 1HB l Map 2 Ref 10A 0344 880 0026 l [email protected] l www.wildwood-adventure.com

£ Open February to November

Experience extreme fun – Guildford’s only the dual giant ziplines or take the ultimate leap of treetop aerial adventure course and the biggest faith on our freefall fan drop. NEW Zip Zone! – A in the UK! Situated close to the town centre in whole hour of access to the Zip Zone, 15 metres Stoke Park. Suitable for bothTown kids and adults, it’s up dare yourself and your friends on our longest, the wildest place around! fastest ziplines, and on the greatest test of nerve, the Wild Drop. Pure adrenaline filled fun! Wild Kids – featuring wobbly logs, cargo nets, zooming zips with lots more obstacles and fun Wildwood Challenge – the ultimate team things to negotiate – whilst up to 5 metres in the building activity. Suitable for businesses, schools air! It’s one hour of adventure for kids 6-12 years and all kinds of clubs and groups. Includes jacobs old (6 & 7 year olds will need to be accompanied ladder, gladiator challenge, trapeze leap, climbing by a parent or guardian). Extreme Wild – the big and crate stack. course! Suitable for Juniors from 11 years old and *Offer applies to Wild Kids, Extreme Wild and Zip adults. Zone Online Bookings only, Excludes Saturdays, Experience the thrill of zipping through the tree One use/booking per person/household, Valid on canopy, negotiate Burma bridges and aerial new bookings only, Offer does not apply to Party stepping stones. Finish by racing your friend on Bookings, Offer expires 30th November 2020.

16 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE Millbrook, Guildford GU1 3UX l Map 2 Ref 8F 01483 44 00 00 (box office)l [email protected] l yvonne-arnaud.co.uk Town

The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre opened its doors Sundays) from 10am for a relaxed coffee, lunch or in 1965 and built an impressive reputation afternoon tea and cake. Our Riverview Restaurant as a producer of significant work, much of is a perfect place to enjoy a meal just moments which transferred to the West End and toured from your seats for the show. The menus change nationally. seasonally, but you can always be assured of freshly prepared dishes, prepared by our own Under our new Director, Joanna Read, we are chefs, from locally sourced ingredients. now re-establishing the theatre as a maker of great productions for Guildford, and beyond. Our sunny terrace is ideal for post shopping- spree refreshments, and pre-show, you can enjoy Our Main Stage offers a varied programme of a delicious supper in the café, or a drink and theatre including drama, comedy, pre and post nibbles in our Stalls and Circle Bars. West End shows and classics, plus opera, ballet and children’s theatre. We are proud to produce Beat the interval queues by ordering your Guildford’s annual Christmas family pantomime. interval drinks at the bar, or even the cloakroom, when you arrive at the theatre. The smaller stage in the Mill Studio offers fantastic theatre and cabaret from emerging We also have a range of attractive rooms and artists and an annual art exhibition. It is also the spaces available for hire, suitable for anything base for our thriving Youth Theatre. A mix of from business meetings to birthday parties and drama activities for young people is offered all beyond. year around including drama classes, workshops, What could be more fun than celebrating in educational projects and a summer show. our fantastic building? Please visit The Riverbank Café is open daily (excluding yvonne-arnaud.co.uk to find out more.

www.visitguildford.com | 17 GuildfordHERITAGE Delving into Guildford’s past is a truly fascinating way to spend an afternoon. Explore Saxon, Medieval, Tudor, Georgian and Victorian heritage within the town centre. Learn more about our heritage buildings on one of our free guided walks or join us on Guildford Heritage Open Days, 11th – 13th September 2020. Contact Heritage – 01483 444751 / [email protected]

CASTLE GUILDHALL GUILDFORD Guildford’s Norman Castle with its The Guildhall is one of the most HOUSE & delightful gardens is the perfect iconic buildings with Tudor GALLERY place to start your visit. Climb up origins and a magnificent golden, Explore this Grade 1 listed town to the tower to discover its bracketed clock that hangs over house or view the latest fascinating history and stunning the High Street. It has an exhibition in our free art gallery views of the town. Castle Grounds interesting past as a courtroom before nipping down to the café open all year – Free Admission. A and it is now the official office of and craft shop in the beautiful small fee applies to climb the tower the Mayor, hosting many civic courtyard garden. It is also home – Open daily April to September, functions and events. Open by to Guildford Tourist Information Weekends only March to October. prior arrangement. Centre. Free Admission – Open Map 2 Ref 9F Map 2 Ref 9E Monday to Saturday. Map 2 Ref 9E

18 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford MUSEUM Discover Guildford through the ages; ranging from prehistory, the Romans, Saxons, Normans, Middle Ages to the Victorians and Lewis Carroll. The collection is housed in a series of historic houses in the town centre. Free Admission – Re-opening summer 2020. Map 2 Ref 8F

THE UNDERCROFT Pop into a medieval shop, where expensive cloths, silk and wine would have been sold and discover this 13th stone vaulted Undercroft hidden amongst the modern high street shops. Free Admission – Open Wednesday and Saturday afternoons May to September. Map 2 Ref 8E

THE GREAT BARN, WANBOROUGH Built in 1388 by the Cistercian monks of this is one of the largest and most important medieval barns in the South East. Please note this site is outside of the town centre. Free admission – Open selected dates only. Map 1 Ref 3E

www.visitguildford.com | 19 Food& DRINK

From fine dining to fast-fooding, cocktail quaffing to coffee shop sipping, we’ve got a healthy appetite of great food and drink venues to inspire you.

That’s why Experience Guildford, the town’s Business Improvement District, is delighted to support the Food & Drink listing in this year’s guide and show off the amazing smörgåsbord of delicious places to eat and drink in the town.

Whether you’re grabbing a bite to eat during a busy trip to the shops, catching up with friends over a couple of jars or looking for a more leisurely dining experience, there’s a world of great venues to choose from in Guildford that also offer a world of different dining styles and cuisines. So go on, gorge on Guildford!

20 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford CASTLE STREET HIGH STREET Pim’s Kitchen 227 High Street, GU1 3BJ Côte Brasserie Amor Amora 07365 438138 35 Castle Street, GU1 3UQ 176 High Street, GU1 3HW www.pimskitchen.co.uk 01483 579714 01483 504932 www.cote-restaurants.co.uk www.amoramora.co.uk Positano 124 High Street, GU1 3HQ The Keep Carmona Steak & Tapas 01483 563277 29 Castle Street, GU1 3UW 274 High Street, GU1 3JL www.positano-restaurant.co.uk 01483 450600 01483 207432 www.thekeepguildford.co.uk www.carmonatapasbar.com Marks & Spencer Café 61 High Street, GU1 3EB Cobbstar 01483 502420 91 High Street GU1 3DP www.marksandspencer.com 07377 361204 www.cobbstar.com Shardana 186 High Street, GU1 3AW Esquires Coffee 01483 560752 278 High Street, GU1 3JL www.shardanarestaurant.com 01483 572476 www.esquirescoffee.co.uk The Tea Terrace 105-111 High Street, GU1 4DP Gallery Café 0844 800 3730 155 High Street, GU1 3AJ www.theteaterrace.com 01483 454608 www.guildfordgallerycafe.co.uk The Three Pigeons 169 High Street, GU1 3AJ George Abbot 01483 575728 7-11 High Street, GU2 4AB www.threepigeonsguildford.co.uk 01483 456890 www.georgeabbot-guildford.co.uk The White House 8 High Street, GU2 4AJ Pizza Express 01483 302006 237 High Street, GU1 3BJ www.whitehouseguildford.co.uk 01483 300122 www.pizzaexpress.com Top Table 206 High Street, GU1 3JB 01483 306971 www.toptableguildford.com Wagamama 25-29 High Street, GU1 3DY 01483 457779 www.wagamama.com Zizzi 274A High Street, GU1 3JL 01483 534747 www.zizzi.co.uk Zucchini 260-262 High Street, GU1 3JL 01483 565777 www.zucchini-kitchen.co.uk

www.visitguildford.com | 21 THE FRIARY NORTH STREET TUNSGATE GUILDFORD All Bar One Krema Auntie Anne’s 17 North Street, GU1 4AF 4 Tunsgate, GU1 3QT Unit 71, The Friary, GU1 4YW 01483 455397 01252 820626 01483 506033 www.allbarone.co.uk www.krema.co.uk www.auntieannes.com Burger King Love Brownies Bubble Ci Tea 24-25 North Street, GU1 4TA 7 Tunsgate, GU1 3QT 58, The Friary, GU1 4YT 01483 579311 01483 301595 01483 808210 www.burgerking.co.uk www.lovebrownies.co.uk Café Moka Creams 63 The Friary, GU1 4YR 4A North Street, GU1 4AA JEFFRIES PASSAGE 01483 569367 01483 571440 Bamboo Shoots www.creamscafe.com www.cafemoka.co.uk 7 Jeffries Passage, GU1 4AP Fuel Juice Bar Greggs 01483 459506 2 Ground Floor, The Friary, GU1 4YL 42-43 North Street, GU1 4TE www.bamboo-shoots.co.uk 01483 458083 01483 570503 Poke House www.greggs.co.uk www.fueljuicebars.com 11 Jeffries Passage, GU1 4AP Kokoro Harris & Hoole 01483 579905 7, The Friary, GU1 4YT 49 North Street, GU1 4TE www.pokehouse.uk 01483 561035 01483 303431 Surrey Hills Coffee www.harrisandhoole.co.uk www.kokorouk.com 12 Jeffries Passage, GU1 4AP Krispy Kreme Kokoro 01483 569291 The Friary, Guildford 53 North Street, GU1 4TE www.surreyhillscoffee.co.uk 01483 574799 01483 457942/408416 Unplug + Play www.kokorouk.com www.krispykreme.co.uk 17 Jeffries Passage, GU1 4AP McDonalds Sushi Nara 01483 570873 Unit 80, The Friary, GU2 7YR 4B North Street, GU1 4AA www.unplugandplay.cafe 01483 454221 01483 808060 www.mcdonalds.co.uk www.sushinaraguildford.co.uk ANGEL GATE Muffin Break TGI Fridays Bill’s Unit 28A, The Friary, GU1 4YN 2 North Street, GU1 4AA 1 Angel Gate, GU1 4AE 01483 455593 0344 6920271 01483 455187 www.muffinbreak.co.uk www.tgifridays.co.uk www.bills-website.co.uk Thai Express Turtle Bay Coffee Culture Food court kiosk 4, GU1 4YT 1 North Street, GU1 4AA 2 Angel Gate, GU1 4AE 01483 503491 01483 300307 01483 564200 www.thaiexpress.co.uk www.turtlebay.co.uk www.mycoffeeculture.co.uk

22 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford BRIDGE/ONSLOW QUARRY STREET ALEXANDRA STREET Corkage TERRACE Bar Thirteen 60 Quarry Street, GU1 3UA HarBar 13-15 Bridge Street, GU1 4RY 01483 576107 3 Alexandra Terrace, GU1 3DA 01483 546578 www.corkage.co.uk 01483 667802 www.barthirteen.co.uk Kings Head www.guildford-harbourhotel.co.uk Casino Quarry Street, GU1 3UA The Jetty Onslow Street, GU1 4SQ 01483 575004 3 Alexandra Terrace, GU1 3DA 01483 865780 www.thekingsheadpub.co.uk 01483 792306 www.casionnightclub.co.uk Olivo www.guildford-harbourhotel.co.uk Popworld 53 Quarry Street, GU1 3UA 2-3 Armour Buildings, 01483 303535 SYDENHAM ROAD/ Bridge Street, GU1 4SB www.olivo.co.uk SOUTH HILL 01483 306661 The Star Blue Sardinia www.popworldparty.co.uk Quarry Street, GU1 3UY 1C Sydenham Road, GU1 3RT The Bridge Kitchen @ YMCA 01483 532887 01483 302888 Bridge Street, GU1 4SB www.shepherdneame.co.uk/pubs/ www.bluesardinia.co.uk 01483 532555 guildford/star-inn The Albany www.guildfordymca.org.uk TUNSGATE QUARTER 80 Sydenham Road, GU1 3SA Thirty3Hz 01483 572410 16 Park Street, GU1 4XB Cosy Club www.thealbanypubguildford.co.uk 01483 503142 14 Tunsgate Quarter, Guildford, The March Hare www.thrity3hz.com GU1 3QY 2-4 South Hill, GU1 3SY 01483 369072 Wetherspoons 01483 401530 www.cosyclub.co.uk The Rodboro Buildings, www.marchhareguildford.com Bridge Street, GU1 4RY Pho The Royal Oak 01483 306366 21 Tunsgate, GU1 3HE Trinity Churchyard, GU1 3RR www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk 01483 355410 01483 459023 www.phocafe.co.uk www.royaloakguildford.co.uk MARKET STREET The Ivy The Thai Terrace The Ivy Castle View, De Nada Sydenham Road, GU1 3RT Guildford Tunsgate Quarter, 12A Market Street, GU1 4LB 01483 503350 98-110 High Street, GU1 3QY 01483 303479 www.thethaiterrace.com www.denadatapas.co.uk 01483 920100 www.theivyguildford.com

www.visitguildford.com | 23 MILKHOUSE GATE EPSOM ROAD WEYMEAD HOUSE/ MILLBOOK/ The Alley Bar Maloncho 3 Milkhouse Gate, GU1 3EZ 7 Epsom Road, GU1 3JT PORTSMOUTH ROAD 01483 300999 01483 534060 Komo www.thealleybarguildford.com www.malonchotandoori.co.uk Weymead House, GU1 3YA Tudor Antiques Papa Johns 01483 536222 3 Milkhouse Gate, GU1 1HN 15A Epsom Road, GU1 3JT www.komo.co.uk 01483 300999 01483 300333 River Bank Café & Restaurant www.tudorantiquesguildford.co.uk www.papajohns.co.uk Millbrook, GU1 3UX Perfect Pizza 01483 569334 STOKE FIELDS 21 Epsom Road, GU1 3JT www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk The Boileroom 01483 300088 The Britannia 13 Stoke Fields, GU1 4LS www.perfectpizza.co.uk 9 Millmead, GU2 4BE 01483 440022 The Mandarin 01483 572160 theboileroom.net 13 Epsom Road, GU1 3JT www.shepherdneame.co.uk/pubs/ 01483 572293 guildford/Britannia CHERTSEY STREET www.themandaringuildford. co.uk The Cannon 3 Portsmouth Road, GU2 4BL Goodfillas 01483 575089 64 Chertsey St, GU1 4HL GUILDFORD STATION 01483 304692 Upper Crust LEAPALE ROAD Jeita Railway Approach, GU1 4UT 50-52 Chertsey Street, GU1 4HD www.uppercrust-baguettes.com Five & Lime 01483 567813 Leapale Road, GU1 4JX www.jeitarestaurant.co.uk 01483 568979 www.fiveandlimebar.com

24 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford FRIARY STREET CHAPEL STREET SWAN LANE Five Guys Giggling Squid Pasta Out 25-26 Friary Street, GU1 4EH 8 Chapel Street, GU1 3UH 1/5 Swan Lane, GU1 4EQ 01483 570580 01483 440496 01483 506306 www.fiveguys.co.uk/locations www.gigglingsquid.com [email protected] Franco Manca La Casita Pret a Manger 24 Friary Street, GU1 4EH 4 Chapel Street, GU1 3UH 26-28 Swan Lane, GU1 4EQ 01483 904102 01483 455155 01483 458406 www.francomanca.co.uk www.lacasitarestaurant.org www.pret.co.uk Fresco Meat the Greek 1a Friary Street, GU1 4EH 15 Chapel Street, GU1 3UL MULTIPLE SITES 01483 568876 01483 458644 Caffè Nero www.meatthegreek.co.uk Gourmet Burger Kitchen 01483 578811/01483 570368 10 Friary Street, GU1 4EH Partisan Cheesemonger & Deli www.caffenero.com 01483 572464 14A Chapel Street, GU1 3UL Costa Coffee www.gbk.co.uk 01483 567998 01483 453748/449545/453137 www.partisan-deli.co.uk Hungry Buddha www.costa.co.uk 6 Friary Street, GU1 4EH Pews Bar & Courtyard KFC 01483 562369 21 Chapel Street, GU1 3UL 01483 532791 [email protected] 01483 535012 www.kfc.co.uk www.pewsbar.co.uk Nandos Nuro Kebab House 11-12 Friary Street, GU1 4EH Pizza GoGo 01483 579754/534780 01483 568083 6 Chapel Street, GU1 3UH www.nuro.co.uk www.nandos.co.uk 01483 599999 www.pizzagogo.co.uk Starbucks Coffee Thaikhun 01483 300633/454385 22 Friary Street, GU1 4EH Theion www.starbucks.co.uk 01483 678800 Centenary Hall, Chapel Street www.thaikhun.co.uk GU1 3UH Subway 01483 579786 01483 565261/577380 70 71 Tortilla www.theion.co.uk www.subwayguildford.co.uk 21 Friary Street, GU1 4EH 01483 573974 Red Planet Pizza www.tortilla.co.uk 20 Chapel Street, GU1 3UL WHITE LION WALK 01483 511151 Yo! Sushi Sis & Bros www.redplanetpizzaguildford.co.uk 7-8 Friary Street, GU1 4EH 11 White Lion Walk, GU1 3DN 01483 698427 07776 556461 www.yosushi.com

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Within easy reach of the town, you will find a good deal to enjoy in the Guildford countryside. Visit the pretty villages, some of which have featured in Hollywood movies, and then sample some locally produced wine or visit a cosy cafe for a spot of afternoon tea. There are also stunning historic houses and gardens and an array of award-winning parks to explore. For those who like sports there are walking, jogging and cycling trails and even a climbing centre. Other diverse attractions include an old watermill and an award-winning Victorian art gallery, so if you enjoy a mixture of culture and countryside, head out from Guildford town and start exploring!

ALBURY ORGANIC VINEYARD £ , Road, Albury, Surrey GU5 9BW 01483 229159 l [email protected] l www.alburyvineyard.com

Albury Vineyard, home of the award-winning Silent Pool Rosé, produces outstanding English wine from grapes grown in the beautiful Surrey Hills. Visit the vineyard for tours & wine tastings on the picturesque patio. Operas, pop-up restaurant nights and food and wine matching experiences often appear on the events calendar. See Albury’s website for details of open days, seasonal opening hours and events. Children, dogs and muddy boots welcome.

26 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford CLANDON PARK £ Clandon Park, Clandon GU4 7RQ 01483 222482 l [email protected] www.nationaltrust.org.uk/clandon-park

Explore a remarkable ruin and find out about the ’s major remaking project. Enter the fire damaged mansion via two purpose built walkways, discover the extent of the damage and the layers of history inside the house. Afterwards, run wild in the garden and enjoy plenty of places to picnic. Open March – November, please visit website for exact opening times.

CRAGGY ISLAND £ U9 Cobbett Park, Moorfield Rd, Guildford GU1 1RU 0344 880 8866 l [email protected] l www.craggy-island.com

Craggy Island is Guildford’s only dedicated indoor climbing centre and with over 300 climbing routes to try, it is one of the biggest in the UK. Rock climbing is the great way to ultimate fitness and sociable and fun too; with over 6000 members, you certainly will not be lonely! However, experienced climbers can climb alone using our fabulous auto belays.

MERRIST WOOD ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS Holly Lane, , Surrey GU3 3PE 07854 274866 l [email protected] www.merristwoodevents.co.uk £

Set in a 400-acre stunning estate, located three miles from Guildford, Merrist Wood offers you a unique location with extensive meeting rooms and outdoor facilities. Our Animal Management Centre includes Tours, Junior Animal Keeper Days, Animal Experiences, Birthday Parties and Seasonal Events. Our Dog Day Care Centre offers a safe and secure environment for your dog.

SHALFORD MILL £ Shalford, Near Guildford GU4 8BS 01483 561389 l [email protected]

Visitors call the Mill a ‘living’ place where the graffiti, lime-washed walls and the ancient hessian sacks mingle with the smell of the timbers and tallow, it tells the story of the decline of traditional village work and life. Although the machinery no longer works, you can feel the evocative stories of the past in the very fabric of the Mill, these stories are brought to life through our guides. Open April to October (Wednesdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays).

www.visitguildford.com | 27 BARNETT HILL HOTEL Blackheath Lane, Guildford, Surrey GU5 0RD l Map 1 Ref 5F 01483 893361 l www.barnetthillhotel.co.uk

Experience the truly breath taking English Take in beautiful views over the estate and the countryside with a getaway at Barnett Hill. Surrey Hills beyond, recline into deep armchairs and make the most of a steaming hot soak in the Nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills, the Guildfordbath. Also, indulge at The Oak Room restaurant; beautiful 4 Star Hotel offers the perfect excuse to Head Chef Jose Graziosi combines influence from escape for a romantic trip away, to catch up with classic dishes with innovative cooking techniques friends or to celebrate special occasions with and the freshest seasonal ingredients. loved ones.

28 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford HATCHLANDS PARK , Surrey GU4 7RT l Map 1 Ref 5E 01483 222482 l [email protected] l www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hatchlands-park £

With open fields, ancient woodland and Visit the well-stocked gift shop, browse the wildflower meadows, Hatchlands Park is perfect pre-loved book stall in the Old Stable and meet for relaxation and exploration. From the delicate resident donkeys Callum and Morris in their bluebellsGuildford in spring to the glowing autumn colour, stable yard or grazing in a nearby meadow. this tranquil parkland is full of interest While the park, shop and cafés are open 363 days throughout the year. The natural adventure area, of the year, the house is a hidden delight which complete with its balance beams, wigwams, tree you can visit on afternoons from April until house and bug burrow is a great place for October. This Georgian country home was families to have fun and get closer to nature, and originally built for naval hero Admiral Boscawen with trails, events and activities throughout the and his wife Fanny. Now it is home to Alec Cobbe year, there’s something to keep the whole family and his superb collection of paintings and fine entertained. furniture. Also on display is the Cobbe Collection, Enjoy a welcome break in the Kitchen Café, set in Europe’s largest array of keyboard instruments the old kitchen or relax with your four-legged associated with world-famous composers such as friend in the dog-friendly Coach House Café. J. C. Bach, Elgar, Bizet and Chopin.

www.visitguildford.com | 29 Down Lane, Compton, Guildford, Surrey GU3 1DQ l Map 1 Ref 4F 01483 810235 l [email protected] l Wattsgallery.org.uk £

Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village is a unique Arts & trails throughout the year. Their Make Space is Crafts gem nestled in the Surrey Hills. Discover also open every Sunday (free with admission), stunning Victorian paintings and sculpture in the allowing visitors of all ages to make their own historicGuildford Watts Gallery and visit their latest arts and crafts and experiment with different temporary exhibition. Treat yourself to lunch or a materials. Children can also enjoy swings, cream tea in the Tea Shop, before wandering to stepping stones and making camps in their Verey the nearby Grade I listed Watts Chapel, taking in Playwood. the beautiful woodlands and grounds. Open Groups: daily. Groups of eight or more receive discounted entry Find out more about the lives of G F and Mary of £9.50 per person with advance booking (£5.75 Watts at Watts Studios and take a tour of the for students and under 25s, and National Art Pass artists’ former home, Limnerslease. See how the holders), as well as a 10% discount in the Shop. artistic legacy of G F and Mary Watts continues at Coach drivers get free admission. Exclusive tours the Artists’ Village today by visiting their Artist in and talks with expert guides are available as well Residence studio or take part in their diverse and as a variety of refreshments and food options. regular programme of special events, arts and crafts workshops, talks and performances. Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village provides a perfect day out for groups. With historical buildings, art Discover affordable, original art for sale in Watts and heritage collections, attractive grounds, The Contemporary Gallery, along with a wide Tea Shop and Shop, there is plenty to see and do. selection of gifts, books and homewares in the Shop. Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village is more than Coach Parking: just an art gallery – it offers a full day out of culture and creativity. Coaches can drop off a group at the Artists’ Village and park at car park, 5 To help young children explore the collection, minutes away (postcode GU3 1HS). Coach drop Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village offers interactive off must be arranged in advance. SEE AND DO

30 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford Guildford has been attracting visitors for many years. With so much to see and do, it can be tricky knowing where to start but don’t worry, we’re here to help! TOWN CENTRE

Start your visit in the town centre with a hearty breakfast at one of our much-loved independent cafés.

Head to the Castle grounds for a relaxing stroll. Take in the vibrant flower beds, climb to the top of the Great Tower for breath-taking panoramic views of Guildford and don’t forget to find Alice Through the Looking Glass in the secret garden before you go.

Next peruse the shops before popping into one of the many traditional English pubs for a tasty lunchtime treat. Remember to visit the Tourist Information Centre for postcards, gifts and souvenirs!

In the afternoon, join one of our award-winning town guides for a guided walk. Find out about the town’s fascinating history and famous past inhabitants (regular free walks operate from May to September, otherwise booking is required – see page 9). You can round off the afternoon with a delightful riverside walk along the Wey.

For dinner, the choice is endless. With nearly every cuisine imaginable pick from independent restaurants to the well-known chains. Turn to page 20 for a list of eateries.

Finally, to end the day catch a pre West End performance at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, a show at G Live or try one of our more intimate venues for a choice of comedy, shows and live music.

GUILDFORD AND THE SURROUNDING AREA Whether you have your own car, or travelling via public transport, Guildford has all the ingredients for a perfect day out. Start at Guildford Cathedral’s Refectory for a delicious breakfast before taking in the Cathedral’s inspirational 20th Century architecture. Whilst you are there why not join one of the tower tours for spectacular views of Guildford? Then head to Watts Gallery, a unique art gallery in a picturesque setting. Discover stunning Victorian paintings and sculpture or learn about the lives of G F and Mary Watts. Before you leave, treat yourself to lunch in the Tea Shop and wander over to the nearby Watts Chapel. Next stop is Albury, a small village, home to one of our many local vineyards. Enjoy a tipple at Albury Vineyard, walk along the North Downs Way up to and admire the views over the Surrey Hills (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). In the distance you’ll see the spire on Shere Church, follow this to the quintessentially English village of Shere

SEE AND DO where you can wander the pretty lanes before stopping for an indulgent afternoon tea.

www.visitguildford.com | 31 ParksGuildford is surrounded by beautiful award-winning parks and countryside, to be enjoyed all year round: from riverside strolls along the Wey to colourful woodland walks in Chantry Woods, not forgetting the stunning viewpoints at St Martha’s Hill. Stoke Park provides a green space at the edge of the Town Centre, boasting sports pitches, pitch and putt, along with an enclosed play park, boating lake and paddling pool to provide a cool spot to relax and play on a hot summer’s day. Alternatively escape the bustle of the High Street by visiting the many green spaces such as Castle Grounds, Westnye Gardens, Quakers Acre and Allen House Grounds. Beyond the town centre, discover local industrial heritage on a trail at Chilworth’s Gunpowder Mills, or set off on a ramble from Pewley Down to Newlands Corner along a section of the North Downs Way.

TOWN CENTRE: WALKING OUT OF TOWN: Heath DISTANCE Chapel Lane Guildford Castle FROM THE Riverside Park Pirbright GU24 0JY Grounds TOWN CENTRE: Nature Reserve South Hill Bowers Lane Lakeside Nature Guildford GU1 4AL Stoke Park and Guildford GU4 7ND Reserve Play Area Lakeside Road Millmead Island Shalford Park Nightingale Road Guildford GU12 5AA Millmead Shalford Road Guildford GU1 1ER Guildford GU2 4BE Guildford GU4 8BL Sutherland The Mount Memorial Park Quakers’ Acre Chantry Wood The Mount Clay Lane North Street Halfpenny Lane Guildford GU2 4RH Guildford GU4 7JU Guildford GU1 4AL Guildford GU4 8PZ Pewley Downs Onslow Play Area Westnye Gardens Chilworth Pewley Hill Wilderness Road Play Area Gunpowder Mills Guildford GU2 4BE Guildford GU2 7QP Millmead Dorking Road Guildford GU1 4HL Guildford GU4 8NF

Find out more about our wonderful Parks and Countryside at www.guildford.gov.uk/parksplaygroundsandgreenspaces

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The county of Surrey is home to numerous attractions guaranteed to keep the whole family entertained. Animals from the familiar farm variety to the exciting and exotic can be viewed (and sometimes interacted with!). If you are interested in transport, you will find plenty to keep you amused in fascinating museums of cars, planes, buses or the waterways. Garden enthusiasts are spoilt for choice here as there are landscape gardens, and the Royal Horticultural Society’s flagship garden situated in the county. Some gardens are also attached to historic houses so the visitor can delight in both stunning interiors and magnificent outdoor spaces. Guildford’s neighbouring towns offer many excursion opportunities, so whether you are browsing in Dorking’s antique quarter or visiting the shops and galleries in , you are sure to find something of interest in the historic county of Surrey.

34 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford BIRDWORLD £ Holt Pound, Farnham, Surrey GU10 4LD 01420 22140 l [email protected] l www.Birdworld.co.uk

Birdworld is one of England’s largest bird parks and is home to over 1000 birds from around 180 different species. Set in 26 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds, the birds range from parrots, two colonies of penguins, owls, emus and two species of flamingos, you will be amazed at the variety! Birdworld is also home to the Jenny Wren Farm and Underwater World where visitors can meet animals such as sheep, reindeer, goats, piranhas and even dwarf crocodiles!

BOCKETTS FARM PARK £ Bocketts Farm Park, Young Street, Leatherhead KT22 9BS 01372 363764 l [email protected] l www.bockettsfarm.co.uk

Enjoy a great day out at Bocketts Farm whatever the weather! Set in the beautiful Surrey countryside, there are many friendly farm animals, plenty of fun activities and indoor and outdoor play for all ages. Activities include pony rides, goat milking, animal handling, tractor rides, and pig racing! In addition, the Animal Discovery Barn and Small Animal Village offer a chance to get close to many animals.

CHAWTON HOUSE £ , Alton, GU34 1SJ 01420 541 010 l [email protected] l www.chawtonhouse.org

Chawton House was known to Jane Austen as the Great House, as it was owned by her brother Edward. Jane lived in a cottage on his estate and would dawdle away many an hour in the grand Elizabethan manor and its picturesque gardens. Today it is a charity housing many treasures including Austen heirlooms as well as an extensive collection of early women’s writing. Open Daily February to December.

HOGS BACK BREWERY £ Manor Farm, The Street, , Surrey GU10 1DE 01252 783000 l [email protected] l www.hogsback.co.uk

The has been its award-winning ales, using locally grown , since 1992. On the brewery tours, you can learn about the brewing operation, sample a generous range of beers, see the 8½-acre hop garden and finish with a visit to the Brewery Shop or Bar. The shop stocks bottled ales and you can enjoy a pint of Hogs Back ale, or from the Brewery Bar.

www.visitguildford.com | 35 MUSEUM Brooklands Drive, Weybridge, Surrey KT13 0SL l Map 1 Ref 6C 01932 857381 l [email protected] l www.brooklandsmuseum.com £

Discover a world of speed and adventure, where ‘flight’ on board Concorde. As well as the world records were broken and racers, pilots and exhibition areas there is a café, Museum shop and inventors changed the way we see the world London Bus Museum (See page 39) all on site. today. Explore insideSurrey the award-winning Aircraft During school holidays you can take a passenger Factory that chronicles 80 years of aviation at ride up the steep hill and onto the track, join in Brooklands; step inside the motoring sheds to one of our free learning activities or check the find the giant racing cars that sped along the website for a packed events programme all year world’s first race track or take a virtual supersonic round.

36 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford Painshill, Cobham, Surrey KT11 1JE l Map 1 Ref 6C 01932 868113 l [email protected] l www.painshill.co.uk £

Painshill is an award-winning 18th century quaint Hermitage hidden in the woods and the landscape garden where the walk is a work of Painshill Vineyard. art. Winding paths will take you on a journey to For families there is a natural play area and discover a livingSurrey canvas with simply stunning wildlife spotting trails as well as wildflower views and beautiful garden buildings. Stroll meadows to run around in and get back to around their Serpentine Lake, wander through nature. Dogs are very welcome at Painshill, so all woodland and promenade past follies, including the family can enjoy! the Ruined Abbey, Gothic Temple and Turkish Tent, to name just a few. You can spend a whole day at Painshill or there are shorter accessible routes around A Grade 1 listed garden, Painshill was created the Serpentine Lake. Bring a picnic or visit between 1738 and 1773 by the Honourable Hamilton’s Tea Room for some delicious treats Charles Hamilton after he was inspired by and refreshments, and don’t forget to visit the Renaissance landscape painting. From the Painshill Shop to view an extensive range of gifts, sparkling Crystal Grotto* to the amazing Gothic souvenirs, decorations and even Painshill’s very Tower*, each of the beautifully unique buildings own Sparkling Wine. is dramatically placed to create a living work of art. Other key features include the Waterwheel, a *limited opening times

www.visitguildford.com | 37 POLESDEN LACEY Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, Nr Dorking, Surrey RH5 6BD l Map 1 Ref 7E 01372 452048 l [email protected] l www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polesdenlacey £

Polesden Lacey, the former home of socialite Children will love the tree swings and natural Margaret Greville and just 11 miles from play area – or enjoy rolling down the South Lawn. Guildford, is the perfect place to explore. Why not find a shady spot for a picnic and a Surreydelicious ice cream? Or visit the bug hotel, Spend some time in the house discovering the beehives and chickens in Home Farm Orchard. collection of fine art and objet d’art; linger in the glittering gold Saloon which was designed to The Polesden Lacey estate sits in the centre of impress Maharajas and discover Dutch, Italian stunning countryside. In almost every direction and British paintings along the corridors. there are breath-taking views, including the London skyline to the north and the rolling hills The garden’s setting at Polesden Lacey is of the North Downs to the south. It is as rich in spectacular; perched on a chalk ridge and taking historical features as it is in wildlife and in views southwards towards the wooded slopes biodiversity. of and the valley below. Our café and coffee shop serve delicious hot and The gardens offer something in every season, cold food, cream teas and sandwiches. bursting to life in spring, with snowdrops, daffodils and bluebells the first to bloom. Throughout the summer, the walled Rose Garden and Double Herbaceous Borders are full of colour and fragrance. The less formal pleasure grounds are perfect for a gentle stroll and boast panoramic viewpoints across the estate.

38 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford LONDON BUS MUSEUM £ Cobham Hall, Brooklands Road, Weybridge, Surrey KT13 0QN 01932 837 994 l [email protected] londonbusmuseum.com

London Bus Museum houses the world’s largest collection of working historic London buses, covering over 150 years of development, from 1870 horse-drawn buses to driver-operated, rear engine 70 seaters of the 1970s. Open almost every day of the year the museum offers local trips on an historic bus most summer weekends and school holidays.

NEW ASHGATE GALLERY £ Waggon Yard, Farnham GU9 7PS 01252 713208 l [email protected] l www.newashgate.org.uk

The New Ashgate Gallery is the destination for viewing and buying the best of affordable contemporary art & craft by established & emerging artists. Exhibitions are at the heart of our work and we run an all-year programme of 25 free exhibitions. We deliver outreach, talks and workshops with artists for diverse audiences, including families and local community.

PUTTENHAM ECO CAMPING BARN The Street, Puttenham, near Guildford GU3 1AR £ 01483 811001 l [email protected] www.puttenhamcampingbarn.co.uk

Puttenham Camping Barn, an amazing environmental project, offers simple overnight accommodation for walkers and cyclists. Ideally located by the North Downs Way and cycle route 22, we welcome individuals, families or groups to our characterful barn. Camping is on foam covered sleeping platforms: Bring a sleeping bag or hire one from us. No cars on site.

WINKWORTH Road, Godalming, Surrey GU8 4AD £ 01483 208477 l [email protected] www.nationaltrust.org.uk/winkworth-arboretum

A natural spectacle of colour all year round with impressive displays in spring when pastel azaleas and magnolias emerge above a carpet of bluebells. During autumn, trees glow red, painting stunning scenes. In the summer, it is the perfect place for a family picnic. Winter contrasts the dramatic beauty of bare trees. There are regular guided walks and dogs on leads are welcome.

www.visitguildford.com | 39 RHS GARDEN WISLEY Wisley Lane, Surrey GU23 6QB l Map 1 Ref 5D 01483 224234 l [email protected] l www.rhs.org.uk/wisley £

Wisley is the flagship garden of the Royal designed training hub and Laboratory built in Horticulture Society charity and one of the UK’s 1907 that stands proudly above the beautiful most visited andSurrey best-loved gardens, attracting Jellicoe , which houses the second largest around one million visitors, to its 240 acre site, collection of water lily cultivars in the UK. each year. At 12m high, and covering an area equal in size There is so much to see at Wisley including: to 10 tennis courts, the Glasshouse has three The Rock Garden, one of the oldest and most main areas of planting-moist temperate, dry magnificent examples of Alpine planting; the temperate and tropical with a stunning waterfall Wisteria Walk created in 2017 showcasing 2 as a central feature. varieties intertwined for a stunning display; From world-class horticulture and advice to Battleston Hill with a display of rhododendrons imaginative events, great shopping and walks in full colour during the spring and lovely shady with picnic areas, Wisley has something special paths in the summer; summer is the best time to for every visitor. visit the Bowes-Lyon Rose Garden for its colour and scent; not forgetting the Arts and Crafts

40 | www.visitguildford.com @GuildfordTIC @GuildfordTIC @visitguildford WEY & ARUN CANAL - HUNT NATURE PARK A281 Horsham Road, Shalford l Map 1 Ref 4F 01483 505566 l [email protected] l www.weyandarun.co.uk £

This nature park at Shalford was created by the The Canal Trust has built a wheelchair-accessible Wey & Arun Canal Trust who are restoring the riverside path and a viewing platform (with cycle canal as a public amenity and ‘green corridor’ racks and picnic tables) which provide views of through SurreySurrey and , as part of a meadowland and magnificent veteran oak trees. route from the to sea. Volunteers Nearby on the Wey-South Path, walkers and have enhanced the park’s environment to attract cyclists can explore structures including a unique wildlife ranging from buzzards to butterflies. bridge and a historic aqueduct. Further on, the Scrub has been cleared and new trees planted. first section of canal in Surrey to be restored can The park straddles the Waters stream be found, alongside Park. Here, the and is alongside the long-distance Wey-South new Compasses Bridge was opened in October Path, next to the route of the disused Guildford to 2016 by Dame Penelope Keith on the 200th Horsham railway line. anniversary of the canal’s official opening.

www.visitguildford.com | 41 The North Downs Way MAP Keep your eyes peeled for: Guildford is lucky enough to have the North Downs Way, a designated National Trail passing through l Pill Boxes – Military pieces of the protected landscapes of the Surrey Hills, just a history dotted along the length of the route. stone’s throw from the town centre. l The rich wealth of flora and With short circular routes for an afternoon stroll or challenging fauna – rare plants and butterflies hikes for those more seasoned walkers, it makes for the perfect as well as British livestock from day out. friendly Belter Galloway cattle to Start your ramble off in Farnham, stopping off at Hogs Back the hardy Herdwick Sheep. Brewery for a tasty tipple with native grown hops or if you wish for a more artistic endeavour Watts Gallery is also on the route. l The – with a history of water-milling, this As you pass through Guildford, a series of three highlights await; beautiful river winds its way at Chantry Woods catch the south facing views and see the across your path at various points bluebells in full bloom if the time is right. Next, leading into the River Wey. St Martha’s Church, the iconic and historic building on the hill with far-reaching views to the . Topping off the l The Way and Pilgrims trio is Newlands Corner, with the chance for refreshment as you Way also interlock with your path. breathe in the panorama. Following this is a stretch of woodland, l The is a great way for dip down into Albury to visit the local organic vineyard or the locals to connect between the picturesque village of Shere before you climb back up for a North and South downs. glorious stretch of ridge-walking through to Dorking. It’s not called an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty without just cause!

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