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Guildford United Reformed Church

Guildford United Reformed Church, 83 Portsmouth Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4BS

  • 19 Sep 2026
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking not required
  • | Exhibition

Come and visit Guildford United Reformed Church. See the unusual octagonal shaped sanctuary with its lantern of stained glass, and discover the people who have built 350 years of history.

What do jewels given by the Tsar of Russia, Victorian servants, a famous Guildford sports shop, and Atlantic crossings on the Mauretania have in common?

You'll find the answer at Guildford URC.

Discover the surprising stories hidden in our archives, from remarkable local characters and family businesses to global adventures and everyday lives that helped shape Guildford.
History is full of surprises. Come and uncover a few!


This event was supported by leading family history website, Findmypast, who provided access to their records as part of their sponsorship of ‘Everyday Histories’, the festival theme. Discover your ancestors' stories at findmypast.co.uk

Timings

Saturday 19 September:
1200-1700

Location & directions

Guildford United Reformed Church, 83 Portsmouth Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4BS

Directions:
Limited car parking is available at the rear of the building. The Lawn Road bus stop is located directly outside the Church. It is on routes 42, 70, 71 and 72. Guildford main line railway station is located about 15 minutes walk from the church. Direct connections include Waterloo, Woking, Reading, Farnham and Portsmouth.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

All open areas are on one level Limited parking is available for visitors to Guildford URC at the rear of the church; there are also 2 disabled parking spaces by the main entrance. Note there is an incline from car park to main entrance (except for disabled parking spaces)

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