Guildford is rich in history, with the ruins of Guildford Castle dating back to the Norman age. Guildford also has links to Lewis Carroll, author of Alice in Wonderland; there are a lot of links to Carroll dotted around Guildford, such as the Alice statues, memorabilia in the Guildford Museum and Carroll’s grave in the Mount Cemetery.
One of Guildford’s main selling points is its proximity to the countryside. Cyclists will enjoy many rural routes, and walkers could attempt The Fox Way or climb Pewley Downs—just a short walk from the high street. After a long week at work, you can relax surrounded by many Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
A big part of Guildford life is the market scene. On the first Tuesday of every month, the high street is taken over by the Guildford Farmers Market, and the traditional North Street Market is held weekly on Friday and Saturday.
Living in a town rather than a city means there are more opportunities to develop strong community links and recognise familiar faces. If you’re the type of person who likes to know their neighbours, Guildford could be your best bet.