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Save the date! Guildford Green Day 2026 is coming
Our annual Guildford Green Day is returning for 2026. It's a free event for all the family, packed with a wide variety of activities and entertainment on offer.
First meeting of West Surrey Shadow Authority marks milestone for new council
At its first meeting Councillor Paul Follows was agreed as Leader of West Surrey Shadow Council.
New exhibition celebrates pioneering garden designer, Gertrude Jekyll
Discover the life and legacy of Gertrude Jekyll at Guildford Museum. This new exhibition celebrates the remarkable life and work of Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932), one of the 20th century's most influential garden designers. Photo credit: Grace Evans
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Bandstand Concerts return to Guildford Castle Grounds this Sunday
Free live music returns to Guildford Castle Grounds this summer as Bandstand Concerts begin again. Running from May to September, you can view the full programme here.
Guildford bids to become UK's first Town of Culture 2028
Alongside partners, we've submitted a bid for Guildford to become the UK's first ever Town of Culture 2028. Shortlisting results are expected before the Summer 2026.
Public applause greets new Mayor and Civic Procession on Guildford High Street
The procession followed the Civic Service to mark the start of this Mayoral year.
Results of the first election for the new West Surrey Council
The Liberal Democrat Party won 56 of the 90 seats available - meaning it holds the majority. West Surrey Council will operate as a 'shadow authority' alongside existing county, district and borough councils for the first year.
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Civic, faith and community leaders unite to support councils' pledge against hate crime
Representatives from Guildford Borough Council, Waverley Borough Council and Surrey Police met on Tuesday with members of the local Jewish community, and faith leaders from across the religious spectrum, to hear their experiences and share reflections following recent acts of antisemitic hate crime across the country.
Introducing the new Mayor of Guildford
At the Annual Meeting of Guildford Borough Council on Wednesday 29 April 2026, Cllr Jane Tyson was elected the new Mayor of Guildford for the municipal year 2026-2027.
Unlicensed dog boarder prosecuted after ignoring Council advice for over three years
We've successfully prosecuted a local resident for operating an unlicensed dog home boarding business.
Taxi licensing decision upheld by Magistrates' Court
A decision by Guildford Borough Council to revoke a taxi driver's licence has been upheld by Magistrates.
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Joint Statement from Pedro Wrobel, Chief Executive of Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council
Our thoughts are with the victims and their families following the deeply disturbing attack in Golders Green.
Demolition work begins on empty homes as part of Westborough and Park Barn Better Homes Programme
Work is under way to remove several Council-owned empty homes in Westborough and Park Barn, marking the first visible step in the Better Homes Programme.
Guildford Crematorium rated 'outstanding' following independent inspection
We're celebrating Guildford Crematorium achieving an 'outstanding' rating, following a comprehensive inspection by the Federation of Burial and Crematorium Authorities (FBCA).
Regulator of Social Housing issues C1 grading to Guildford Borough Council
We've achieved a Consumer Standards C1 grading, the highest grading possible, following a recent assessment of our Housing Service by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH).
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