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Council To Consider Petition That Calls For GuilFest To Be Given Another Go

GuilFest has furthered its bid to host another music festival in Stoke Park next summer through an on-line petition that has been sent to Guildford Borough Council. The so-called e-petition…

New Study Details Borough’s Housing Options Until 2031

How many new homes does Guildford need? This is a key question being addressed by the council as it begins its public consultation on the new Local Plan. They have…

Next It’s Next at Ladymead … and Oak Furniture Land

By Maria Rayner Two empty units at Ladymead Retail Park in Woodbridge Road have been occupied with branches of national retailers.  On Thursday last week (September 26th), clothing and home…

Community Projects Get Their Funding At The Joining In! Jamboree

Eight community projects in Guildford’s Westborough ward shared funding to the tune of £109,850 courtesy of Travel SMART at Saturday’s Joining In! Jamboree held at the Park Barn Centre. Residents…

All May Not Yet Be Lost For Those Opposing Ash Development

The controversial decision to approve a planning application for 400 new houses in Ash, made in an extraordinary council meeting on Tuesday, September 24, might yet be overturned. A council…

Anonymous Leaflet Fuels Residents’ Fear of Green Belt Development

Angry residents, concerned by rumours of development plans for green belt fields adjoining Fairlands estate, confronted local councillors on Friday night (September 27) in a packed community hall. An anonymous…

Council Confirms Reorganistion Is Being Considered

Rumours circulating about proposals to restructure Guildford Borough Council would appear to have some basis in fact. A council spokesperson, when asked if they were true, said: “We can confirm…

Timeless Guildford – More Problems With Our Iconic Guildhall Clock

Guildford is timeless. Or so it appears if you approach the Guildhall from the top of the High Street. This week workers have been observed dismantling the upper side clock…

Cathedral Considers Selling Land At Stag Hill For Housing In Bid For Financial Stability

Guildford Cathedral is considering selling some of its land on Stag Hill for housing, as part of a seven-year plan for financial stability. The new Dean, the Very Rev’d Dianna…

Guildford Fire Station Deserted During Strike and Lockout

Guildford fire station appeared deserted yesterday on a day that firefighters staged a four-hour walk out to protest about plans to increase the retirement age. There was no response when…