Friends of Guildford House

The Friends of Guildford House are an enthusiastic group of supporters who actively support the activities of Guildford House and also arrange visits and lectures for members. 

Guildford House is an important and interesting building that was built in 1660. It was originally owned by Mr and Mrs Childe. From 1736 to 1840s it was the home of the Martyr family, and later served as a shop and restaurant.

It 1959 it took on its present role as the Guildford Borough Art Gallery, home to the Borough's Art Collection and a venue to a programme of varied temporary exhibitions.

To find out more about the Friends of Guildford House and their role, click on the links under the related pages section on the right of this page.