Guildford celebrates the history and culture of the town
Its part of the National Heritage Open Days Festival
Guildford is celebrating the history and culture of the town with its Heritage Open Days.
As part of England's largest community festival, Guildford and the surrounding villages are welcoming people from Friday 13th to Sunday 15th September to enjoy what the town has to offer.
A number of free activities include vintage bus rides, live jazz music and the chance for you to design and make a shield at Guildford Castle.
Lead Councillor for Commercial Services, Cllr Catherine Houston, said:
“This weekend promises something for everyone.
“Come and enjoy a vintage bus ride around Guildford, or listen to live jazz music in the Guildhall and Abbots Hospital courtyard. Visit the incredible Watts Chapel for engaging ‘chapel chats,’ or listen and learn on the move with Horsley Heritage Walks.
“While you’re in town, don’t forget to stop by the Tourist Information Centre in the charming Guildford House to pick up a ‘Hidden Treasures’ leaflet or a Little People Sticker Trail booklet. Guildford Castle is hosting a ‘Design and Colour Your Own Shield’ activity, and the museum is joining in with a ‘Make and Play’ paper race car and toy vehicle activity. There’s truly something for everyone to enjoy this weekend!
“I am very grateful to the many enthusiastic volunteers who make Heritage Open Days possible each year. Without their dedication, this wonderful weekend simply couldn’t happen.”
You can find out more about this weekends events here.