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Guildford's bid for UK Town of Culture 2028
We have submitted our bid to become the UK's first Town of Culture 2028.
Remembering Srebrenica 2026
Srebrenica Memorial Week takes place from 4-11 July. We join communities across the UK in remembering the victims of the genocide and reaffirm our shared commitment to challenge hatred and build a more inclusive future.
Guildford Borough Council and Ukrainian residents bring new life to Friary Passage
Working alongside Guildford Borough Council and professional street artist Roo, Ukrainian residents and two Ukrainian schools in Guildford have helped bring a vibrant new mural to life at Friary Passage.
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Guildford Borough Council delivering lasting change for local communities
We have launched our Corporate Delivery Plan for 2026-27
Guildford Borough Council agrees next phase of work to determine The Electric Theatre's future
Our Executive has endorsed a series of actions to move plans for The Electric Theatre forward.
Guildford Borough Council supports Clean Air Day 2026
We're supporting Clean Air Day 2026. It's a day that helps to raise awareness of air pollution and encourage simple actions that can make a big difference to everyone's health.
Councils partner with award-winning Mesh Energy to boost sustainability in the built environment
We're working with an award‑winning local company to support greener, more sustainable buildings across the area.
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Guildford Borough Council's leadership team wins MJ Award
Our Senior Leadership Team has been named Senior Leadership Team of the Year at the Municipal Journal Awards.
Guildford Borough Council urges residents to protect pets and animals during hot weather
We're reminding residents to take extra care of pets and animals, with high temperatures forecast this week.
West Surrey Shadow Authority Executive consider key plans for new council
The West Surrey Shadow Authority Executive will meet Tuesday 9 June to consider a series of important reports that will help shape the future of local government across west Surrey.
Community Wellbeing Team helps families enjoy free circus experience
Families across Guildford were given the chance to enjoy a memorable evening at the circus thanks to Guildford Borough Council's Community Wellbeing team and Circus Zyair.
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Guildford Borough Council attends Pass Off parade at ATC Pirbright
History was made at ATC Pirbright recently. 114 soldiers became the final recruits to Pass Off under the Jackson Company name, in a milestone ceremony attended by the Council.
A day at the theatre for The Hive's volunteers
As part of Volunteers' Week (1-7 June), we are celebrating the incredible contribution of volunteers at The Hive with a trip to the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre to see Young Frankenstein.
Major milestone reached for Guildford Flood Alleviation Scheme
We've reached a key milestone in the plan to reduce flood risk across the town, with the submission of the Outline Business Case to government.
Free meal‑planning tool launches for Guildford and Waverley residents
Residents and people working in Guildford and Waverley can now access FiveDinners, a free online meal‑planning tool designed to help people save money, reduce food waste and eat healthily.
Corporate Strategy update
We have adopted our vision and priorities for the borough for 2024-34
Find out more about our Corporate Strategy Corporate Strategy update