Guildford Guildhall
What's on at the Guildhall
Guildhall public opening
Date: Every Tuesday from 6 May until 26 August 10am until 2pm
Discover the hidden treasures of this iconic building during one of our public open days. Stewards will be on hand to bring to life the history of the Guildhall and share stories of its historic past.
Coffee Time Talks programme
Our monthly programme of Coffee Time Talks take place in the Guildhall and cover a range of topics from local speakers.
Date: The first Thursday of the month (all events are listed below)
Time: 10.30am for coffee, 11am for the talk (for up to one hour)
Price: Free, suggested donation £2 per person
Pre-booking required: email heritageservices@guildford.gov.uk or phone 01483 444751 to book.
Heritage Open Days: Special Open Day
Friday 12 September 12pm until 4.30pm, last entry 4pm
Take a look around our iconic Guildhall, with its stunning clock which overhangs the High Street. You'll be able to take in the amazing artworks and artefacts within. Our knowledgeable stewards will be on hand to share stories and the history of the building, including what it has been used for and who has visited (including royalty!).
Henry Peak
Date: Thursday 11 September
To mark the architectural theme of Heritage Open Days 2025 our speaker will delve into the life and works of Henry Peak. He did more to shape Guildford in the second half of the 19th century than any other person. Peak was the first Borough Surveyor at a time when the Corporation needed to improve public facilities for the town's growing population and his legacy is still with us today.