Borough councillors and officers work on devolved issues such as parks, leisure, older residents' services, youth services, streetscene, refuse collection, planning and aspects of business and tourism;Surrey County Council deal with transport, publicly owned infrastructure planning and maintenance, education, social services and overall waste management. The Borough owns significant heritage assets that
include monuments such as Guildford Castle, as well museums, art collections and civic regalia.
Population
Guildford has the second largest population of Surrey's eleven districts (based on census statistics, only 600 residents behind Reigate and Banstead). Approximately half of the Borough’s population live in the town of Guildford.
From the first Commons in the Model Parliament of 1295 Guildford was a parliamentary borough sending two members to Parliament until 1868 and one until 1885. In the latter years of sending two members a bloc vote system of elections was used.
Before 1885 the constituency covered the town of Guildford only. The parliamentary borough was abolished under the Redistribution of Seats Act 1885 however replaced by a new type of seat, named, Guildford (a county division of Surrey) which covered a much wider geographical area.
Claire shares her journey of being called to serve God as part of our Lent 2024 course.
published: 28 Feb 2024
Invitation to preaching masterclass with J John at Guildford Cathedral
All those who preach, or who may be interested in preaching in the future, are invited to the Guildford Cathedral on 15 May for a ‘preaching masterclass’ led by Canon J John, one of the leading international evangelists. This will focus on how to communicate powerfully and effectively whether addressing your own congregation or external audiences. All churches and ministries are welcome.
Book your places now - https://jjohn-guildfordcathedral.eventbrite.co.uk/
published: 08 Apr 2024
Celebrating 30 years of women priests
This interview marks and celebrates the journey to the day women were first ordained priests in the Diocese of Guildford 30 years ago, as well as the journey since.
Revd Rosemary Donovan is joined by Revd Canon Mavis Wilson and Revd Esther Holly Hunt. Mavis was part of the initial cohort of 32 women ordained as priests by the then Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Michael Adie on Sunday 24 April 1994. Esther represents the newest women priests by holding the unofficial title of ‘latest ordained priest’ in the diocese having been ordained in January, following her maternity leave.
published: 13 Jun 2024
Call waiting? Guildford Diocese's Young Vocations 2016
Guildford Diocese's short video all about Young Vocations 2016
published: 27 Jan 2016
The Inauguration of Bishop Andrew Watson as 10th Bishop of Guildford
Ceremony and tradition were interspersed with personal touches when the tenth Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Andrew Watson, was inaugurated at Guildford Cathedral on Saturday (February 28).
The service began dramatically with Bishop Andrew (53) striking the Cathedral’s West doors three times with his staff before they were flung open for the occasion which marked the start of the Bishop’s formal ministry in the role.
For more see below
http://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/whats-on/news/detail/2015/02/28/tenth-bishop-of-guildford-inaugurated-at-guildford-cathedral
published: 12 Mar 2015
Lent Course 2024 | Week 5 | John 12:20-33
Revd Craig Holmes, Director of Ordinands, and Sarah Slater, Training Lead, at the Diocese of Guildford host the fifth and final of our 2024 Lent Course sessions, exploring 'Jesus & Calling: On the Road to Easter'. Find out more about this year's Lent Course, including the accompanying resources at https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/lent.
If you would like to find out more about exploring your calling visit https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/formation-and-training.
published: 12 Mar 2024
Guildford Diocese's Young Preacher of the Year
For further information and to see if you are eligible to enter the competition, see www.youngpreacheroftheyear.co.uk
published: 18 Jul 2017
Eucharist on the Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity – 25 August 2024
Eucharist on the Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity, 25th August 2024, from the Parish of Esher in the Diocese of Guildford.
published: 25 Aug 2024
Lent Course 2024 | Week 4 | John 3:14-21
Matthew Frost and Philippa Baker host the fourth of our 2024 Lent Course sessions, exploring 'Jesus & Calling: On the Road to Easter'. Find out more about this year's Lent Course, including the accompanying resources at https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/lent.
If you would like to find out more about exploring your calling visit https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/formation-and-training.
All those who preach, or who may be interested in preaching in the future, are invited to the Guildford Cathedral on 15 May for a ‘preaching masterclass’ led by...
All those who preach, or who may be interested in preaching in the future, are invited to the Guildford Cathedral on 15 May for a ‘preaching masterclass’ led by Canon J John, one of the leading international evangelists. This will focus on how to communicate powerfully and effectively whether addressing your own congregation or external audiences. All churches and ministries are welcome.
Book your places now - https://jjohn-guildfordcathedral.eventbrite.co.uk/
All those who preach, or who may be interested in preaching in the future, are invited to the Guildford Cathedral on 15 May for a ‘preaching masterclass’ led by Canon J John, one of the leading international evangelists. This will focus on how to communicate powerfully and effectively whether addressing your own congregation or external audiences. All churches and ministries are welcome.
Book your places now - https://jjohn-guildfordcathedral.eventbrite.co.uk/
This interview marks and celebrates the journey to the day women were first ordained priests in the Diocese of Guildford 30 years ago, as well as the journey si...
This interview marks and celebrates the journey to the day women were first ordained priests in the Diocese of Guildford 30 years ago, as well as the journey since.
Revd Rosemary Donovan is joined by Revd Canon Mavis Wilson and Revd Esther Holly Hunt. Mavis was part of the initial cohort of 32 women ordained as priests by the then Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Michael Adie on Sunday 24 April 1994. Esther represents the newest women priests by holding the unofficial title of ‘latest ordained priest’ in the diocese having been ordained in January, following her maternity leave.
This interview marks and celebrates the journey to the day women were first ordained priests in the Diocese of Guildford 30 years ago, as well as the journey since.
Revd Rosemary Donovan is joined by Revd Canon Mavis Wilson and Revd Esther Holly Hunt. Mavis was part of the initial cohort of 32 women ordained as priests by the then Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Michael Adie on Sunday 24 April 1994. Esther represents the newest women priests by holding the unofficial title of ‘latest ordained priest’ in the diocese having been ordained in January, following her maternity leave.
Ceremony and tradition were interspersed with personal touches when the tenth Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Andrew Watson, was inaugurated at Guildford Cathe...
Ceremony and tradition were interspersed with personal touches when the tenth Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Andrew Watson, was inaugurated at Guildford Cathedral on Saturday (February 28).
The service began dramatically with Bishop Andrew (53) striking the Cathedral’s West doors three times with his staff before they were flung open for the occasion which marked the start of the Bishop’s formal ministry in the role.
For more see below
http://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/whats-on/news/detail/2015/02/28/tenth-bishop-of-guildford-inaugurated-at-guildford-cathedral
Ceremony and tradition were interspersed with personal touches when the tenth Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Andrew Watson, was inaugurated at Guildford Cathedral on Saturday (February 28).
The service began dramatically with Bishop Andrew (53) striking the Cathedral’s West doors three times with his staff before they were flung open for the occasion which marked the start of the Bishop’s formal ministry in the role.
For more see below
http://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/whats-on/news/detail/2015/02/28/tenth-bishop-of-guildford-inaugurated-at-guildford-cathedral
Revd Craig Holmes, Director of Ordinands, and Sarah Slater, Training Lead, at the Diocese of Guildford host the fifth and final of our 2024 Lent Course sessions...
Revd Craig Holmes, Director of Ordinands, and Sarah Slater, Training Lead, at the Diocese of Guildford host the fifth and final of our 2024 Lent Course sessions, exploring 'Jesus & Calling: On the Road to Easter'. Find out more about this year's Lent Course, including the accompanying resources at https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/lent.
If you would like to find out more about exploring your calling visit https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/formation-and-training.
Revd Craig Holmes, Director of Ordinands, and Sarah Slater, Training Lead, at the Diocese of Guildford host the fifth and final of our 2024 Lent Course sessions, exploring 'Jesus & Calling: On the Road to Easter'. Find out more about this year's Lent Course, including the accompanying resources at https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/lent.
If you would like to find out more about exploring your calling visit https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/formation-and-training.
Matthew Frost and Philippa Baker host the fourth of our 2024 Lent Course sessions, exploring 'Jesus & Calling: On the Road to Easter'. Find out more about this ...
Matthew Frost and Philippa Baker host the fourth of our 2024 Lent Course sessions, exploring 'Jesus & Calling: On the Road to Easter'. Find out more about this year's Lent Course, including the accompanying resources at https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/lent.
If you would like to find out more about exploring your calling visit https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/formation-and-training.
Matthew Frost and Philippa Baker host the fourth of our 2024 Lent Course sessions, exploring 'Jesus & Calling: On the Road to Easter'. Find out more about this year's Lent Course, including the accompanying resources at https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/lent.
If you would like to find out more about exploring your calling visit https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/formation-and-training.
All those who preach, or who may be interested in preaching in the future, are invited to the Guildford Cathedral on 15 May for a ‘preaching masterclass’ led by Canon J John, one of the leading international evangelists. This will focus on how to communicate powerfully and effectively whether addressing your own congregation or external audiences. All churches and ministries are welcome.
Book your places now - https://jjohn-guildfordcathedral.eventbrite.co.uk/
This interview marks and celebrates the journey to the day women were first ordained priests in the Diocese of Guildford 30 years ago, as well as the journey since.
Revd Rosemary Donovan is joined by Revd Canon Mavis Wilson and Revd Esther Holly Hunt. Mavis was part of the initial cohort of 32 women ordained as priests by the then Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Michael Adie on Sunday 24 April 1994. Esther represents the newest women priests by holding the unofficial title of ‘latest ordained priest’ in the diocese having been ordained in January, following her maternity leave.
Ceremony and tradition were interspersed with personal touches when the tenth Bishop of Guildford, the Rt Revd Andrew Watson, was inaugurated at Guildford Cathedral on Saturday (February 28).
The service began dramatically with Bishop Andrew (53) striking the Cathedral’s West doors three times with his staff before they were flung open for the occasion which marked the start of the Bishop’s formal ministry in the role.
For more see below
http://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/whats-on/news/detail/2015/02/28/tenth-bishop-of-guildford-inaugurated-at-guildford-cathedral
Revd Craig Holmes, Director of Ordinands, and Sarah Slater, Training Lead, at the Diocese of Guildford host the fifth and final of our 2024 Lent Course sessions, exploring 'Jesus & Calling: On the Road to Easter'. Find out more about this year's Lent Course, including the accompanying resources at https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/lent.
If you would like to find out more about exploring your calling visit https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/formation-and-training.
Matthew Frost and Philippa Baker host the fourth of our 2024 Lent Course sessions, exploring 'Jesus & Calling: On the Road to Easter'. Find out more about this year's Lent Course, including the accompanying resources at https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/lent.
If you would like to find out more about exploring your calling visit https://www.cofeguildford.org.uk/formation-and-training.