Spring bedding in the Castle Grounds. Photo: Sally Astles, Guildford Borough Council’s parks projects officer.
Guildford Borough Council has hailed 2024 as a landmark year for events across the town. The town’s parks and open spaces draw record numbers of visitors and contribute to its vibrant community life.
The council’s parks and countryside venues played host to 136 events across 27 locations, attracting an impressive 258,753 visitors. These events ranged from large-scale festivals to intimate community gatherings, generating over £90,000 in venue hire fees – a reflection of Guildford’s growing appeal to organisers and attendees.
Cllr Catherine Houston (Lib Dem, Shalford), lead councillor for Commercial Services, expressed her pride in the borough’s achievements:
“We’re delighted by the incredible success of our event bookings service over the past year. The wide variety of activities showcased the diversity and vibrancy of our parks and countryside open spaces and venues. From community and charity initiatives to commercial and cultural highlights, these events have brought our community together.”
Highlights of 2024
The year was filled with unforgettable moments, including:
Cllr Houston commended the behind-the-scenes work of the council’s event team, whose efforts ensured the venues remained safe, accessible, and inclusive:
“These events align with our commitment to making Guildford a more inclusive and prosperous borough. I’m delighted we’ve been able to facilitate them and look forward to another exciting programme of events in 2025.”
What’s Next for Guildford?
With such a strong foundation, Guildford Borough Council is now planning for 2025, promising another year filled with cultural, community, and commercial events that will continue to bring people together and celebrate the best of Guildford.
Whether it’s another breathtaking light display, a theatre performance under the stars, or a bustling food festival, there’s something for everyone to look forward to.
Stay tuned for announcements about upcoming events and how you can get involved in making Guildford’s 2025 another record-breaking year.
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