GU8 Area Guide
A locals' guide to GU8
Where do GU8 locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
haslemere,
godalming,
bramley,
cranleigh,
shalford,
guildford,
farnham,
billingshurst,
gomshall,
and aldershot
Did you know?
"World famous author of 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' Lewis Carroll lived in Guildford and is buried in Mount Cemetery."
Breathtaking views across the Surrey Hills - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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What locals say about GU8
“Very quiet, very safe. The people are friendly and every knows everyone else. A great place for kids, the countryside on the doorstep, with deer, badgers and foxes a common sight.”
Local resident
Activities near GU8
Mothering Sunday Concert
FYC Senior Choir will perform a selection of songs from their current repertoire. The concert will feature solos from some of the talented young people in the choir. A ticket to this concert will make the perfect gift this Mothering Sunday. Tickets include a complimentary interval drink.Read more
Open Afternoon
At Priors Field, you will find many things some expected, some surprising. Our pioneering school, founded in 1902 on the principles of all-girls education is a place where there is no limit to what each individual can achieve, and our students cultivate a deep sense of self. Through a culture of admiration, hope and love, our students celebrate achievement and creativity, becoming bold and brilliant women ready to make their mark on the modern world. Come and discover how we achieve this, meet our Head, Ms Zoe Ireland, the inspiring teachers, our students, and experience a taste of life at Prior's Field.Read more
Curious About Guildford
Have fun discovering Guildford with two, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Buy in booklet or instant download format. Are you curious about Guildford? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather? Take one of our self-guided walks with a treasure hunt theme – looping around the better-known sights, as well as some of the more unusual and quirky ones, which combined make Guildford a fascinating place to explore! You’ll get everything – detailed directions, maps, clues (with answers in the back!), and interesting snippets about the history of Guildford and the people that have shaped it. Buy in booklet or instant download format (to use on your mobile device or to print at home) and explore in your own time. One booklet is enough for four people of all ages to enjoy. Enter code List20 at checkout for a 20% discount on all purchases from Curious About. Be Curious!Read more
Charterhouse Rocks presents The Battle of The Bands
Charterhouse Rocks Presents the First Annual Battle of The Bands
Spring Classics 2025
Join us for our atmospheric Spring concert at Charterhouse in Godalming. Featuring the Violin Concerto by Sibelius and Vaughan Williams' Symphony number 5, completed in 1943. We are delighted to be joined by our violin soloist Elizaveta Saul.Read more
Midsummer Nocturnes - Echoes of Nature
Join us for our Summer Celebration and first performance of Platinum Commission "Three Nocturnes" from Owain Park. Clarinet - Ian Scott Cello - Joseph Spooner Piano/Organ - Philip Scriven Conductor - Richard Pearce Poetry written and performed by Rosie May Jones Please note that the concert starts at 5 pm. Online booking will close at 2 pm on the day of the concert.Read more
VE Day 80
VE Day 80, WW2 themed evening entertainment
About GU8
GU8 is the postcode district in Surrey incorporating the areas of Chiddingfold, Dunsfold, Elstead, Hascombe, Milford, Thursley, Witley Waverley local authority.
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