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Surrey council Leaders respond to Government's unitary authority decision
Leaders from eight Surrey district and borough councils have responded to the Government's decision to replace the current 12 councils with two new unitary authorities.
Guildford ranked among England's top eco-friendly towns
Guildford has been ranked the eighth-most eco-friendly town in England. It's recognition of our strong commitment to sustainability, cleaner air and green living.
Redevelopment plans submitted for Guildford Park Road car park
The proposals include much-needed new homes for Guildford, with 40% of these owned and managed by the Council, for those who need them most.
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Hospital rocking horse finds forever home and a new name at Guildford Museum
After more than 50 years entertaining patients at Royal Surrey County Hospital, a rocking horse has a new home at Guildford Museum
Guildford powers on with climate action ahead of COP30
As the world prepares for COP30 in Belém, Brazil, we're proud to reaffirm our commitment to tackling climate change.
Guildford marks Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday with moving tributes
Deeply moving Remembrance commemorations in Guildford. Residents and visitors joined with us to pay tribute to the sacrifices made by our Armed Forces.
Executive approves new tall buildings guidance for Guildford town centre
Clear guidance on the future development of tall buildings in Guildford town centre was approved by the Council's Executive
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Step Into Christmas: Guildford's Town Centre transforms for a day of festive fun
Guildford transforms into a Christmas wonderland for a day bursting with free festive fun!
Guildford families celebrate bonfire night thanks to Lions Club and our Community Wellbeing team
Local families enjoyed a sparkling evening of entertainment at Guildford Firework Festival thanks to the generosity of Guildford Lions Club
Survey launched on the future of The Electric Theatre
We have launched a survey to ask residents and groups for their views on the future of The Electric Theatre.
New street art project brings colourful makeover to town centre building
A group of street artists came to Guildford this weekend to give the Old Orleans building in the town centre a bit of a makeover, in conjunction with Guildford Festival of the Arts.
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New joint Tenancy Strategy to guide housing over the next ten years
Residents are being invited to have their say on a new joint Tenancy Strategy.
Mayor launches charity calendar for 2026
Photographers, judges, and invited guests gathered to celebrate the stunning images selected for the calendar that is now on sale to raise money for Mayor's charities.
Next phase of improvements to begin at Woking Road/ Bellfields Junction in Guildford
Find out about the next phase of highways improvements that start on Wednesday 24 September. They are part of our Weyside Urban Village (WUV) regeneration project.
Guildford Borough Council wins Platinum at the RSPCA PawPrints Awards 2025
Our commitment to animal welfare in the local community has been recognised with a Platinum RSPCA PawPrints Award.
Corporate Strategy update
We have adopted our vision and priorities for the borough for 2024-34
Find out more about our Corporate Strategy Corporate Strategy update