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Guildford Design Awards 2025

Celebrating Excellence in Architecture and Public Spaces

Refreshed Housing Improvement Plan announced

We have announced our refreshed Housing Improvement Plan, a single comprehensive improvement plan aligning regulatory standards, feedback and external recommendations.

Redevelopment plans to be unveiled for Guildford Park Road car park

Join us at upcoming consultation events to find out more about the plans that include around 248 new high-quality homes, of which 40% will be affordable council housing.

Guildford House restoration works complete

We've recently completed repair and restoration works on the historic Guildford House.
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Burpham Court Farm set for major transformation into a nature reserve

Creation of new green space for residents and visitors to enjoy is part of the Weyside Urban Village regeneration project.

Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock keynote speaker at Mayor's afternoon tea

An event held in celebration of International Women's Day that raised £3,744 for The Guildford Women's Refuge.

Executive supports creation of three unitary authorities for Surrey

Councillors voted in favour of the creation of three unitary authorities for Surrey at an Executive meeting held on Wednesday 19 March.

Guildford to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day with special events

Join us on 8 May to mark 80 years since Victory in Europe at flag raising ceremony or lighting of a beacon in Stoke Park.
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Timetable for Local Plan update approved by Executive

A timetable for the preparation of a new Local Plan for Guildford was agreed by our Executive

The Mayor of Guildford launches Diversity Show in celebration of town's cultural talent

The show aims to promote unity and develop understanding across communities whatever their background.

New Tenant and Leaseholder Engagement Strategy launched

We have launched our new draft Tenant and Leaseholder Engagement Strategy.

Rotary in Guildford presents cheques totalling £4,700 to Mayor's chosen charities

Local projects that benefit from money raised at The Mayor's Christmas concert are the Guildford Veterans Hub and The Matrix Trust.
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Corporate Strategy update

We have adopted our vision and priorities for the borough for 2024-34
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