The Guildhall clock over Guildford High Street
A black-and-white timbered front on the High Street

Guildford High Street

Guildford

A steep, sett-paved historic street running down through the heart of Guildford, with a gilded clock jutting over the road.

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Old streetsTime here: 30 min – 1 h

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45 High Street, Guildford, GU1 3DY

Quick facts

The High Street is still paved with granite setts.

The Guildhall's gilded clock projects over the street and is dated 1683, a gift from London clockmaker John Aylward.

The Guildhall itself was built around 1550 and given a new facade and council chamber in 1683.

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