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Column: Ben’s Record – Titbits of Guildford News

Introducing a new occasional column written by the very well-known Guildford character Ben Darnton of Ben’s Record’s in Tunsgate. In the column Ben, who also publishes Guildford Past & Present,…

Extended Notice and Halved Rent Is Not the Answer Says Expectant Wife of Police Officer

By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter A pregnant mum facing eviction from her police-owned home has said Surrey Police’s latest concessions “do not go far enough” and are “insulting”, despite…

Godalming High Street Rejuvenation – Self Financing or ‘Money Pit’?

By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter The transformation of Godalming town centre has reached a milestone after contractors were appointed to start work on a long-vacant High Street spot –…

Spectrum Update Begins

Work is set to begin at Guildford Spectrum as part of a phased programme to enhance and modernise the centre’s already substantial leisure offering, GBC reports. See also: Upgrade for…

River Level Falls Slightly But Flood Alert Continues as More Wet Weather Forecast

By Martin Giles A flood alert remains in place today as more rain is expected this week to fall on ground which has been saturated for some time. January 2026…

Flames Come Back from Three Goals Down to Secure Win

Guildford Flames conceded an early three goal deficit, but clawed their way back to square it before the end of regulation time ahead of Cole Ully’s OT winner to secure…

Letter: Yes, the Poor Attendance at the Local Plan Meeting Was Shocking

From Catherine Young R4GV borough councillor for Clandon & Horsley In response to: Great Local Plan Meeting – But Where Were My Fellow Councillors? As one of the councillors present…

Another 200 Homes for Wisley Development

By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter The so-called “final piece” of the Wisley New Settlement has been given the green light. The last 200 homes of the 2,000 piece jigsaw…

Major Question Marks Remain Against Surrey Heath’s Accounts

By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter Lingering concerns over Surrey Heath’s rental income continues to leave huge question marks over the council’s finances, said auditors struggling to make heads or…

Letter: Libraries Need Not Be Silent

From William Dover recovering trainee accountant and Guildford resident, age 25 I am writing this letter to share with the community some thoughts on my visit to Guildford library on…