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THINGS TO DO IN GUILDFORD |
| GUILDFORD MUSEUM |
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| Guildford Museum is run by Guildford Borough Council and open Monday to Saturday 11am to 5pm. One of the often over-looked things to do in Guildford. | |||
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GUILDFORD CASTLE |
GUILDFORD CATHEDRAL | |||||
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Guildford Castle was built shortly after then 1066 invasion of England by William the Conqueror. Visitors are now allowed to enter the main tower between April and September. |
 | Guildford Cathedral was consecrated in 1961 and stands on Stag Hill - so named because the Kings of England used to hunt here - and its solid red brick outline is visible for miles around. | |||
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| PAINSHILL PARK | GUILDFORD HOUSE | |||||
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Painshill Park is one of the finest examples of an 18th Century English Landscape Park. Stunning landscapes. Approx 10 minutes by car from Guildford town centre. |
 | Guildford House was built in 1660 and is currently a museum and art gallery, including pastel portraits by Guildford-born artist, John Russell. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4.45pm - free admission. | |||
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| ABBOTS HOSPITAL | SHALFORD MILL | |||||
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Abbots Hospital is a magnificent Jacobean building and the final resting place of George Abbot, Archbishop of Canterbury (1611 – 1633). Still used as a residential home, tours are available by appointment. |
 | Shalford Mill is a National Trust owned timber-framed mill on the River Tillingbourne. Entry is only £2.50, and guided tours for groups can be arranged in advance. | |||
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| RIVER WEY | SURREY HILLS LLAMAS | |||||
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The River Wey is a tributary of the River Thames and runs through the heart of Guildford. One of the best resources for info is the Wey Valley website. The Wey Navigation was designated a Conservation Area in 2002. |
 | Surrey Hills Llamas offer Llama treks through the Surrey countryside - essentially walking with a llama since they are not strong enough to carry people. They offer unique Christmas Day and Boxing Day llama treks. One of the most unusual things to do in Guildford area. | |||
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| RIVER WEY LINKS | RHS WISLEY | |||||
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Lots of things to do in
Guildford on the river - just try some of these >> Farncombe Boats >> Guildford Boats >> Guildford Marine >> Guildford Rowing Club >> River Wey Trips |
 | Wisley is the flagship garden of the Royal Horticultural Society. Only 10 minutes up the A3 from Guildford, it's a 'must see'. | ||||
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Totally Guildford is the local guide for Guildford Surrey. A great list of things to do in Guildford |
(c) Totally Guildford |
