Guildford is a historic town famed for the medieval Guildford Castle and the 17th-century Guildford House, showcasing rotating history and art exhibits. In the southwestern corner of the town, visitors can explore Loseley Park with its 16th-century manor and walled gardens or the Watts Gallery Artists’ Village, where you will see paintings and sculptures from the Victorian era. Guildford Cathedral is a scenic hilltop church that houses a treasury museum, and Dapdune Wharf offers trips on a canal barge or hikes along towpaths.

More-modern amenities are on offer here as well. These include the AirHop Trampoline Park, where you will be bouncing, flipping and flying all afternoon, or Wild Wood Adventure, where you can try your hand at extreme sports, zip lines and ropes courses. Plan to enjoy scenic independent boutique shops and dining opportunities along the cobblestone pedestrian avenues of High Street. Stoke Park offers a playground, skatepark, and Green Flag Award-winning nature space and woodlands for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. Guildford is a seamless juxtaposition of medieval and modern, making it a unique spot for a memorable holiday.

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    Guildford is a bustling town in Surrey that offers fun for the whole family with historical sites, leisure centres and vibrant parks. The historical sites date back centuries, with some seamlessly integrated into the modern town's offerings, especially around the High Street.The parks are also quite historical in nature, with some of the best featuring historic homes or manors that...

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