Surrey Photo Gallery - Guildford's High Street

Guildford is a good pit stop while exploring Surrey's historic attractions. It has a beautiful High Street and a castle. Getting here is also easy, with trains from London Waterloo taking about 40 minutes only, with the train station just across the river from the main attractions. Guildford Castle is believed to have been built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century. It was a palace, prison, and residence until the city took over and turned it into a public gardens to mark Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee in 1887. Beautiful floral displays adorn the castle's gardens. Heading down Castle Hill, there is a gate exit and from here, it is a short walk to High Street. High Street is pedestrianized and slopes upward with many historic buildings along the way. The beautiful Guildhall was built in the 16th century with a clock made in 1683. It was once a courtroom and council chamber and is still used for civic functions today. Opposite the Guildhall is a bakehouse stall offering various delicious treats. I also ventured into the side alleys off High Street to look for surprises.