Guildford

Guildford is an administrative district in Surrey that covers the main town and surrounding rural parishes. The area spans from urban streets to open countryside along the River Wey.

This district was formed in 1974 when two separate local authorities merged – the municipal borough and the rural district. The union brought together the town and outlying areas under one council.

The borough administration maintains numerous heritage sites, including Guildford Castle, multiple museums, and art collections that showcase the region's development through centuries.

The district center is located in Guildford town, where most facilities and services are based. Visitors will find good pedestrian access and bus connections that link town and outlying areas.

The district sits within a natural gap in the North Downs chalk ridge, a geological feature that has shaped settlement patterns and trade routes for centuries. This natural passage has made the area a key crossroads in the region.

Website: https://guildford.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.23561,-0.57321

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23