Thursday 30 November 2017

'Some of our artwork is missing' - Guildford has 'about 77' pieces on display - and thousands could be spent tracking them all down

Guildford Borough Council says some artworks have "disappeared" over the years, as £80,000 could be set aside to inspect the collection

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-public-artwork-disappeared-budget-13971427

Guildford railway station studies could lead to extra platform being built to increase capacity

Platform Zero could provide an additional bay/terminating platform at Guildford on the east side of the station

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-railway-station-studies-could-13970262

Guildford is Surrey's serious collision hotspot, according to new police figures

There were more crashes resulting in death or serious injury in Guildford than anywhere else in the county, between 2014 and 2016

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-surreys-serious-collision-hotspot-13963072

Restaurant review: The Dining Room at Beaverbrook

With the light falling just right, you can imagine yourself in Tuscany when at Beaverbrook. While the setting is European, their Dining Room whisks you to the Land of the Rising Sun. Matthew Williams visits

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/restaurant-review-the-dining-room-at-beaverbrook-1-5303255

Guildford Hillspur Close police incident: Man arrested for robbery and taken to hospital

Residents reported seeing armed response officers and police dogs in attendance on Thursday morning

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-hillspur-close-police-incident-13978338

A ramble around Lightwater Country Park

Enjoy a delightful two mile heath and woodland walk around this country park, which recently achieved the highest rating from Natural England. A must for all the family – both two and four-legged!

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/a-ramble-around-lightwater-country-park-1-5303206

WIN a Silent Pool gin set and Christmas candle

We’ve teamed up with Silent Pool distillery to offer one lucky winner the chance to receive a Silent Pool Gift Presentation Box and a Silent Pool Christmas candle

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-silent-pool-gin-set-and-christmas-candle-1-5302848

Wrong way drink-driver jailed for 10 months as photos show aftermath of horrific crash

"The consequences that night could have been a lot worse," Surrey Police said following the conviction

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/wrong-way-drink-driver-jailed-13976814

Win A DAB digital radio for your car

Enjoy 50-plus digital radio stations from the comfort of your car

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-dab-digital-radio-for-your-car-1-5302870

Guildford Hillspur Close police incident: 'Ongoing situation' after officers cordon off road following reports of concern for man's safety

Hillspur Close was shut by police on Thursday (November 30) with paramedics on standby at the scene

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-hillspur-close-police-incident-13976667

Guildford pub bombings: 'Guildford Four' member wants to make representations for any fresh inquests

Paddy Armstrong and the family of Carole Richardson have welcomed the news that the Surrey coroner is to hold a hearing in the new year

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-pub-bombings-guildford-four-13974850

Will Guildford to Horsham railway line reopen? Transport secretary proposals pave way for old route revival

The route which was closed in the 1960s - and is now the Downs Link public footpath - could be brought back to life

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-horsham-railway-line-reopen-13970405

'You get to meet new people everyday': What it's really like to be a Big Issue salesman in Guildford

Daniel Vasile has been selling Big Issue magazines in High Street for around three years

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/you-meet-new-people-everyday-13970475

Investigation under way after horse put down following collapse at roadside in Godalming

An RSPCA said the animal had to be put down "on vet's advice to prevent further suffering" after it collapses near Guildford Crematorium

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/horse-collapse-dies-godalming-investigation-13973942

Wednesday 29 November 2017

Guildford may soon be twinned with French city famous for its treaties and stunning chateau

Representatives from Guildford and Versailles are looking to reach a twinning agreement

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-soon-twinned-french-city-13965786

'Spectrum 2.0': Up to £100 MILLION could be spent on new Guildford sports centre as feasibility study mooted

A proposal for next year's council budget would mean an initial £180,000 to look into building a "next generation" sports facility

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/spectrum-20-up-100-million-13969518

This is why the University of Surrey wants to build hundreds of homes on Guildford's green belt - in their owns words

Blackwell Farm could see 1,800 new homes built, a new school, plus an extension of the Surrey Research Park

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/university-surrey-wants-build-hundreds-13944572

Guildford station trespass incident: Man arrested after dog fatally electrocuted by live rail

The incident happened during the early hours of Wednesday morning (November 29) at Guildford railway station

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-station-trespass-incident-man-13971002

University of Surrey backs 'Boris Bike' fundraising campaign with £25,500 donation

The university is competing in the final of the Santander Cycles University Challenge, for an on-campus scheme of 50 bikes and docking stations

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/university-surrey-backs-boris-bike-13957637

Supporting good causes this Christmas

The festive time is the season of giving, and alongside gifts under the tree many of us think of charity at this time of year. Whether you are an individual thinking about supporting a cause close to your heart or a charity raising funds, there are a number of important issues to consider

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/supporting-good-causes-this-christmas-1-5300107

Tuesday 28 November 2017

Surrey one of few counties to experience reduction in road traffic collisions yet antisocial driving on the rise, says new report

The county's 8% reduction in collisions "bucks the national trend," said the report, although antisocial driving is on the rise

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-one-few-counties-experience-13964191

'Speed limits are exactly that, limits': Footage released of tragic moment Guildford man crashes car on A3 at 110mph killing girlfriend

Nick Tay, 25, of Francis Crick Road, was jailed for five years after pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and causing death by driving an uninsured vehicle

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/speed-limits-exactly-that-limits-13966246

Guildford Worplesdon Road crash: Council waste truck and car involved in collision

It's understood one person involved in the crash was taken to hospital

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-worplesdon-road-crash-council-13964761

Monday 27 November 2017

Salt Box Road incident: Lorry wedged under Guildford railway bridge - and it's not the first time

The hotspot in Salt Box Road is notorious for lorries getting trapped

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/salt-box-road-incident-lorry-13958761

Surrey care home to go the extra mile this Christmas

The festive season is a time of celebration and community, and at this Surrey care home, they really go the extra mile to make sure their residents enjoy this special time of year

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/surrey-care-home-to-go-the-extra-mile-this-christmas-1-5297264

Guildford Wetherspoons incident: Front door damaged after punter is refused entry

Police were called to Wetherspoons in Bridge Street around 9.40pm on Friday (November 24)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-wetherspoons-incident-front-door-13959576

Surrey Property Awards 2017: See who won, plus all the action from the glitzy ceremony

Estate agents, developers and property professionals vied for a place on the red carpet

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/property-news/surrey-property-awards-2017-see-13951321

Sunday 26 November 2017

Challengers charity appeal update: Total raised reaches £19,000 and 'is going to make a huge difference to the children this Christmas'

In October, Get Surrey launched an appeal to raise £25,000 for Challengers to help them with all the activities they have planned over Christmas

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/challengers-charity-appeal-update-total-13939780

Challengers charity progress update: Electricity restored and work on interior refurbishment has begun

The goal is to have the play centre reopened by February 2018, the project team has revealed

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/challengers-charity-progress-update-electricity-13940711

Saturday 25 November 2017

Guildford Bridge Street police incident: Officers respond to late night situation outside Wetherspoons

A police van and at least two police cars, one unmarked, were spotted outside Wetherspoons shortly before 10pm on Friday (November 24)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-bridge-street-police-incident-13952492

Friday 24 November 2017

Barker and Stonehouse to launch new £10m Guildford store on Boxing Day

The retailer says the new store at the old Guildford fire station site will create 25 jobs in the town

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/barker-stonehouse-launch-new-10m-13947590

Sunday Times Schools Guide 2018: Guildford home to two of the very best schools in the country

The schools have been named as some of the UK's best independent secondary schools in Parent Power, The Sunday Times Schools Guide 2018

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/sunday-times-schools-guide-guildford-13946662

Thursday 23 November 2017

Lululemon Guildford: Yoga clothing and fitness gear store to open at Tunsgate Quarter

It will be the brand's first UK store outside of London

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/lululemon-guildford-yoga-clothing-fitness-13936155

Aldershot man faces jail after 1kg drugs bust outside Guildford Spectrum

Two men were arrested after police searched a vehicle at the Guildford Spectrum car park on Monday (November 20)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/aldershot-man-faces-jail-after-13941456

The Village Guildford: Council told to 'cut your losses' and draw up exit strategy

The project will have cost taxpayers £1,222,715 by the end of the 2017/2018 financial year

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/village-guildford-council-told-cut-13931681

Wednesday 22 November 2017

Surrey County Council asks for laws on permission for holding events on common land to be 'made clearer'

Campaign group says the county council has been allowing events to take place on common land without seeking the required permission

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-county-council-asks-laws-13919064

Teenager cleared of sexually assaulting 12-year-old girl at Guildford Spectrum

Luke John West, 19, was accused of one count of sexual assault by touching following an alleged incident at Guildford Spectrum in March this year

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/teenager-cleared-sexually-assaulting-12-13937638

First look inside the new Reigate Wagamama

Wagamama opened on the corner of Bell Street in the town on November 13

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/first-look-inside-new-reigate-13934758

First look inside the new Reigate Wagamama

Wagamama opened on the corner of Bell Street in the town on November 13

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/first-look-inside-new-reigate-13934758

Tuesday 21 November 2017

Guildford rail services halted after 'disruptive passengers' cause power to be switched off

Services were expected to be disrupted until 10pm on Tuesday (November 21)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-railway-station-disruption-tuesday-13935484

University of Surrey incident: Pedestrian 'seriously injured' after collision with car on campus

The accident injured a pedestrian who suffered leg and hip fractures, and possible abdominal injuries, police said

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/university-surrey-incident-pedestrian-seriously-13935293

Police investigation after 'suspicious' car fire in Tadworth

Firefighters from Epsom took nearly two hours to put out the blaze in the early hours of Tuesday (November 21)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-investigation-after-suspicious-car-13933996

Man accused of sexually assaulting 12-year-old at Guildford Spectrum leaving her 'forlorn and broken' claims 'he only spoke to her', court hears

Luke John West, 19, claims 'he only spoke to her' - the then 12-year-old complainant - during an incident in March this year

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-accused-sexually-assaulting-12-13932769

Guildford charity urges people to help town's rough sleepers this winter

Guildford Action is appealing for donations that "will provide a lifeline" for vulnerable people forced to sleep on streets

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-charity-urges-people-help-13923287

Guildford parking altercation: Suspect arrested on suspicion of GBH released under investigation after person hurt in 'dispute over parking space'

The suspect, arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm after a dispute over a parking space at the weekend, remains under investigation

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-parking-altercation-suspect-arrested-13927041

Royal Surrey parking charge campaigners call for controversial fees to be scrapped at Guildford hospital branding them 'a tax on serious illness'

A petition has branded the charges "a tax on serious illnesses"

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/royal-surrey-parking-charge-campaigners-13925016

M25 chase: Suspects released under investigation after dramatic 30-mile pursuit

The chase began near junction 10 of the M25 clockwise on Saturday night (November 17)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/m25-chase-suspects-released-under-13930325

Sunday 19 November 2017

Godalming man is looking for a cause to benefit from 'tasteful crazy' Christmas lights display at his home

When the lights go on the traffic in Catteshall Lane slows down

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/godalming-man-looking-cause-benefit-13910481

More than 11,000 trees to be planted in Surrey's schools to tackle reduction in woodland

The Woodland Trust says the saplings will bring "many benefits"

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/more-11000-trees-planted-surreys-13922678

Man spotted running through Guildford shopping centre detained under mental health act

The man was detained by officers under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-spotted-running-through-guildford-13922949

Saturday 18 November 2017

Man arrested in Guildford car park after alleged 'dispute over a parking space' resulting in injured pedestrian

The victim has been taken to hospital with a leg injury

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-arrested-guildford-car-park-13920914

Statistics reveal drivers lose £400,000 a year to Surrey parking machines which do not give change

Motorists are often forced to overpay for their tickets when they do not have the correct change

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/statistics-reveal-drivers-lose-400000-13919995

Take a look inside Woking's new play centre

Treasure Cove opened on Saturday, November 18

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/take-look-inside-wokings-new-13919691

Friday 17 November 2017

Surrey street lights switch-off: Council reveals lights will stay on an hour later 'to make it easier for people to get home'

This applies to every borough across the county

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-street-lights-switch-off-13916570

Guildford Christmas lights switch-on: Dazzling fireworks display illuminates skies over town to mark the start of the festive season

With a sprinkling of snow and a visit from Father Christmas, this years festive lights switch-on in the town made for a magical start to the Christmas season

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/family-kids-news/guildford-christmas-lights-switch-on-13915135

Thursday 16 November 2017

Proud new Woking family make history after first baby born at London Waterloo station

“We get a lot of patients travelling to see us from Waterloo but they're not normally this young," said a midwife at nearby St Thomas' Hospital

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/proud-new-woking-family-make-13909011

Guildford railway station planning appeal: Town in 'housing crisis' claims spurned station homes developer

Solum's £150m plans to regenerate Guildford railway station with 438 new homes have been examined during a week-long planning inquiry

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-railway-station-planning-appeal-13905222

A281 Horsham Road crash: Firefighters cut woman free from car following multi-vehicle collision near Guildford

The multi-vehicle collision happened in Horsham Road, Shalford, between Kings Road and Foxborough Hill Road at around 7.40am on Thursday (November 16)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a281-horsham-road-crash-firefighters-13909097

Guildford Local Plan: Inclusion of former Wisley Airfield site 'would be unsound', says barrister

The local plan sets out development and identifies how land is used, determining what will be built where

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-local-plan-inclusion-former-13907627

Wednesday 15 November 2017

University of Surrey vice-chancellor signs agreement with academy in United Arab Emirates

Professor Lu has previously helped broker a partnership between the Chinese city of Dongying and the borough of Guildford

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/university-surrey-vice-chancellor-signs-13906395

Guildford man who exposed himself to police officer is 'off our streets' after being sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison

Kemil Dungyov, 26, pleaded guilty to attempted rape, sexual assault and several indecent exposures in Guildford

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-man-who-exposed-himself-13903788

Guildford Aldershot Road incident: Drug arrests after dramatic police chase through streets

Police chased a suspect down Aldershot Road on foot on Tuesday (November 14)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-aldershot-road-incident-drug-13904471

Guildford pub bombings: Death of Metropolitan Police chief will deprive potential new investigation of 'core witness', lawyers claim

Metropolitan Police commissioner Peter Imbert, who died on Monday (November 13), was one of the team that interrogated The Guildford Four

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-pub-bombings-death-metropolitan-13902209

Surrey cinemas are showing Christmas films to get you into the festive spirit, and here's how to buy tickets

Take a look at round up of cinemas showing Christmas films to get you in the seasonal spirit

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/film-news/surrey-cinemas-showing-christmas-films-13803321

Guildford railway station planning appeal: Developers claim plan for 438 new town centre homes 'won't make traffic worse' as inquiry concludes

Solum Regeneration says the "substantial" benefits of additional housing "outweigh the harm the council alleges"

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-railway-station-planning-appeal-13901725

Tuesday 14 November 2017

Family pay tribute to Shere great-grandmother who died after her pancreas was 'inadvertently severed' during cancer surgery

Sylvia Bravery's three children share memories of their caring mum, after an inquest brought some level of closure

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/family-pay-tribute-shere-great-13898779

Guildford man jailed for nearly 10 years and placed on Sex Offenders' Register 'indefinitely' for multiple sexual offences including attempted rape

Kemil Dungyov, 26, pleaded guilty to six charges, including attempted rape, at Kingston Crown Court

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-man-jailed-nearly-10-13901066

Guildford café evacuated after gas canister explosion 'shattered glass on kitchen door'

A fire broke out in the kitchen of the Farmhouse Café at Rokers on Sunday (November 12)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-caf-evacuated-after-gas-13893799

Guildford E.coli investigation: Source of rare infection 'still unknown' as second case formally confirmed

Public Health England has warned people in Surrey "to pay extra attention to hand hygiene" as a result of the confirmed cases

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-ecoli-investigation-source-rare-13899544

A3 Guildford northbound crash: 'Minor injuries' only after man taken to hospital following early morning pile-up which caused 10-mile queues and 90-minute delays

Officers from Surrey Police were called to reports of a four-vehicle crash at around 6.50am on Tuesday (November 14)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a3-guildford-northbound-crash-minor-13899283

A3 Guildford northbound crash: Drivers facing 90-minute delays and seven-mile queues after four-car smash

Four vehicles were involved in a crash at around 6.45am, with queues back to Milford on the A3 and to Tongham on the A31

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a3-guildford-northbound-crash-drivers-13898862

Monday 13 November 2017

Bellfields stabbing: Teenager arrested after man stabbed in the chest in Guildford suburb

A man in his 40s was taken to hospital with stab wounds on Friday night (November 10), police have confirmed

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/bellfields-stabbing-teenager-arrested-after-13898798

Blanket ban on diesel vehicles should not take place in Guildford, former Government transport advisor warns

David Begg, former chairman of the Government’s Commission for Integrated Transport, says vehicles should be retrofitted to be brought up to emissions standards

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/government-plans-blanket-ban-diesel-13896747

'We made it!': Proud dad thanks Guildford A3 drivers who got out the way as he rushed pregnant wife to hospital

Pete Thomas and his wife made it to the hospital just in time on Sunday morning (November 12) - and we'll also delighted to report "mother and baby are doing great"

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/we-made-it-proud-dad-13893581

Sunday 12 November 2017

Successful planning appeal could pave the way for for 1,835 new Guildford homes

An applicant has won permission to convert around 35 hectares of agricultural land

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/successful-planning-appeal-could-pave-13886537

Guildford GP reunited with life-saving medics and passers-by who saved his life after heart attack - and allowed him to walk his daughter down the aisle 12 days later

Dr John Williams has thanked the life-saving medics and passers-by who came to his aid when he suffered a heart attack while cycling

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-gp-reunited-life-saving-13886366

Inquest finds failures at Royal Surrey County Hospital led to Shere woman's death

Sylvia Bravery, 71, died following an operation in which part of her pancreas was removed by mistake

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/inquest-finds-failures-royal-surrey-13888204

Saturday 11 November 2017

15 pubs with open fires or wood burning stoves in Surrey to warm your toes this winter

What can be more idyllic on a cold, dark winter's day or evening?

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/15-pubs-open-fires-wood-13888758

Matthew Bradley crash death: Second man arrested in connection with death of Guildford gardener in Liverpool

The "kind-hearted" 24-year-old had been visiting Liverpool with friends when he was killed in an alleged hit-and-run incident

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/matthew-bradley-crash-death-second-13886754

Friday 10 November 2017

Restaurant in Guildford celebrates Thai festival by giving away free dish to anyone dressed as a MONKEY

You can grab yourself some free banana fritters at Thaikhun in Guildford, there's just one catch...

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/restaurant-guildford-celebrates-thai-festival-13876294

The future's Surrey: Local tech firm unveils new 'robot' surgeon

They’re designed to free up more medical staff and reduce camera shake

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/health/futures-surrey-local-tech-firm-13868149

Court dismisses Guildford taxi driver’s appeal against council’s livery policy and tells him to repay £11,000

Objections were raised over a policy requiring drivers of its fleet to change the colour of their cars to the local authority’s "corporate teal" shade

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/court-dismisses-guildford-taxi-drivers-13837757

How much does one square metre of land cost in Surrey?

See our breakdown of Surrey’s districts and compare how much a square metre of land costs in your area. You might be surprised...

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/how-much-does-one-square-metre-of-land-cost-in-surrey-1-5273729

Thursday 9 November 2017

Reduced-size bus service from Guildford town centre to Bellfields to return to using larger vehicles

Residents were upset when Arriva Buses announced minibuses were to be used on the number 3 service earlier in the year

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/reduced-size-bus-service-guildford-13873753

'The next five years represent a new and exciting chapter': Experience Guildford backed for new term

85% of traders voted in favour of a second five-year term for Experience Guildford during a recent ballot

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/the-next-five-years-represent-13869562

A3 Guildford crash: Street cleaner leaves road and ends up in a hedge

The incident happened at A322 Worplesdon Road/A25 Midleton Road/Guildford Business Park Road (Wooden Bridge) junction

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a3-guildford-crash-street-cleaner-13882088

Guildford Local Plan: 'No major changes' in document borough council will submit for independent examination

Subject to council approval, it is hoped the document setting out local planning policies will be submitted to the Planning Inspectorate in mid-December

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-local-plan-no-major-13880262

Spectrum sub contractor runs six-figure deficit, council report reveals

The sub contractor which runs Guildford Spectrum, Guildford Lido and Ash Manor Sports Centre has been unable to turn a profit

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/spectrum-sub-contractor-runs-six-13870501

Guildford railway station inquiry: Plans branded 'Great Wall of Guildford' to take on national importance as inspector to consider impact on views of Guildford Cathedral

The developers behind the £150m scheme are appealing Guildford Borough Council's decision to deny them planning permission at an inquiry

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-railway-station-inquiry-plans-13878429

Guildford Christmas lights switch-on: Everything you need to know as town gears up for start of the festive season

The town's switch-on event will take place on Thursday (November 16) with an array of festive activities throughout the day

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/guildford-christmas-lights-switch-on-13876968

Clarification over Scott-Broadwood Infant School Ofsted report

Get Surrey ran a story last week on Scott-Broadwood Infant School in Capel, and how a parent had questioned the validity of an Ofsted report which gave a rating of ‘good’

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/local-news/clarification-over-scott-broadwood-infant-13878669

Wednesday 8 November 2017

Tim Peake is coming to Guildford to sign copies of his 'Ask an Astronaut' book - and this is how you can get tickets

Commencing countdown; engines on

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/tim-peake-coming-guildford-sign-13869153

Guildford councillors criticised after only SIX turn out to sell poppies in town centre ahead of Remembrance Sunday

Just six councillors (out of a possible 48) turned out to sell poppies in Guildford town centre at the weekend (November 4)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-councillors-criticised-after-only-13871510

Guildford pub bombings: Surrey Coroner to hold hearing on calls to reopen inquests for five people killed in blasts

KRW LAW says it has been informed the families of those who died as a result of the bombings are now to be contacted by the coroner

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-pub-bombings-surrey-coroner-13876900

Controversial plans to build 'Ivy League style' accommodation for more than 500 students at Guildford College rejected

The plans for more than 500 student rooms at the college in Stoke Road were criticised for their "Soviet style 1970s" design

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/controversial-plans-build-ivy-league-13864217

Plans to build 105 apartments for elderly in Guildford put on hold

Dozens objected to plans to build an assisted living facility

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/plans-build-105-apartments-elderly-13868708

Estimates of income and spending from The Village Guildford were 'unrealistic and unachievable', council document reveals

A council document claims The Village has added more than £800,000 of value to the town

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/estimates-income-spending-village-guildford-13871634

Guildford train doors opened on wrong side 'exposing passengers to 750,000 volts' RMT organiser claims during 48-hour strike

Passengers were allegedly exposed to a live rail when a train stopped short of its mark   

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-train-doors-opened-wrong-13872902

Tuesday 7 November 2017

Meet the woman who was told she would never work in beauty after losing her legs to meningitis - now she helps people overcome their scars

Sophia, who nearly died from the illness aged 16, was told she "needed to be beautiful to work in beauty" - she didn't need any greater motivation

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/meet-woman-who-told-would-13856326

Matthew Bradley crash death: Liverpool man arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving

Police recovered a BMW believed to be the vehicle involved in the incident

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/matthew-bradley-crash-death-liverpool-13867875

Monday 6 November 2017

University of Surrey launches fundraising campaign to bring 'Boris Bikes' to Guildford

The University of Surrey is competing for a £100,000 funding pot for a cycle hire scheme in the town

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/university-surrey-launches-fundraising-campaign-13866651

Alex Lockyer death: Family of 'brilliant father' hope lessons are learned so others 'don’t experience their loss'

A coronor concluded Mr Lockyer would have survived if he'd undergone an emergency procedure to repair his torn aorta

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/alex-lockyer-death-family-brilliant-13866406

Alex Lockyer inquest: Hospital offers 'unreserved apology' to family of man whose life 'could have been saved'

Alex Lockyer, 45, from Guildford, tragically passed away on May 20 after suffering a tear to a major blood vessel

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/alex-lockyer-inquest-hospital-offers-13864004

Bramley school evacuated after workman's blow torch sparks rooftop fire

Three fire engines and an aerial ladder platform were called to Wey House in Horsham Road on Monday morning (November 6)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/bramley-school-evacuated-after-workmans-13866988

Grieving Guildford woman 'doesn't know how to go on' after boyfriend dies in hit and run

Matthew Bradley died after he was struck by a car in Liverpool on Friday (November 3)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/grieving-guildford-woman-doesnt-know-13865745

'Talented young man' from Guildford dies in hit-and-run shortly after being promoted at Chobham-based Landform Consultants

Matthew Bradley was enjoying a night out in Liverpool when he was struck by a BMW on Friday (November 3)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/talented-young-man-guildford-dies-13866077

Woodland walks in Surrey

Surrey is England’s most wooded county and the Surrey Hills boasts almost 40 per cent woodland cover. These woodlands hide a wealth of archaeological features. We pick some of the best woodland walks to explore

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/woodland-walks-in-surrey-1-5267733

Aled Jones announces Christmas concert at Guildford's G Live - here's how to get tickets

The classical singer will perform his Christmas special in Guildford this December

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/aled-jones-announces-christmas-concert-13865363

Meet Giovanna Fletcher in Guildford as she signs copies of her new novel, Some Kind of Wonderful

Fans will be able to see author Giovanna at the store this November

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/meet-giovanna-fletcher-guildford-signs-13855680

Rail delays between Guildford and Woking after lorry crashes into bridge in Worplesdon

Trains had to pass over the bridge at a reduced speed on Monday morning (November 6)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/rail-delays-between-guildford-woking-13862463

Sunday 5 November 2017

Company's move out of Guildford delayed due to 'high volume of work'

Adare SEC announced in April it would be relocating its Guildford production operation to Nottingham, putting 35 jobs at risk

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/companys-move-out-guildford-delayed-13840379

Guildford fireworks wow the town - take a look at the highlights

All the profits from Guildford's largest firework event, which took place on Saturday (November 4), will go to local charities

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-fireworks-wow-town-take-13860505

'Funny, kind-hearted and generous young man' from Guildford killed in hit-and-run

Matthew Bradley, who is believed to have been living in Guildford, was killed during a night out in Liverpool on Friday (November 3)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/funny-kind-hearted-generous-young-13860056

Weybridge fire: Blaze that tears through roof demands 'belt and braces' firefighting

Surrey Fire and Rescue sent seven crews to the property at 10.30pm on Saturday night (November 4)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/weybridge-fire-blaze-tears-through-13859820

Saturday 4 November 2017

Every speed camera in Surrey as of November 2017 listed by location

Opinion is split on speed cameras, but love them or hate them, here is a complete list as of November

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/every-speed-camera-surrey-november-13851536

'That four kilometre diversion would put people off going to Guildford': Council votes to strengthen Farnham Road Bridge

A councillor said it would affect "every bus, every park and ride bus, every HGV or any large vehicle that goes into the town"

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/farnham-road-bridge-in-guildford-13857771

Guildford Spectrum: Teenage girls left 'traumatised' after 13-year-old kicked in the head in violent attack

Surrey Police investigate "reports of an assault on a teenage girl" at Guildford Spectrum on Friday (October 27)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-spectrum-teenage-girls-left-13835828

Farncombe death: Son, 57, charged with murder of 79-year-old Mary Steel in Wey Court

The 57-year-old is due to appear at Guildford Magistrates' Court on Saturday (November 4)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/farncombe-death-son-57-charged-13857373

Silent Pool: Pictures of pool before 'dry year' as distillery owners aim to bring it back to 'former glory days'

The distillery hopes the pool will return to its "crystal blue colour, with native plants"

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/silent-pool-pictures-pool-before-13854104

Friday 3 November 2017

Tumble dryer fires: More than one million deadly appliances with fault known to cause fires thought to still be in UK homes

A tumble dryer fire destroyed a Guildford family's home in January last year, leaving it just a charred shell

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/tumble-dryer-fires-more-one-13852838

WIN an organic Christmas Dinner Box from Riverford

We are offering one lucky winner all they need for an organic Christmas feast, with a Christmas Dinner Box from Riverford.

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-an-organic-christmas-dinner-box-from-riverford-1-5264578

Oak Furniture Land is opening a showroom in Farnborough

The furniture store has created seven new jobs for local people

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/oak-furniture-land-farnborough-showroom-13843560

9 must-see places to visit in Surrey if you're playing tourist for the day

Take a look at some of our top picks for places to visit when exploring the county

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/9-must-see-places-visit-13844101

Guildford E.coli probe: Woman remains in critical condition after contracting rare strain

The woman's sister is launching a campaign to raise awareness of the infection's symptoms

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-ecoli-probe-woman-remains-13850353

Thursday 2 November 2017

Guildford pub bombings: 'Justice has no sell-by date' says sister of Gerry Conlon after calls to resume inquests

No-one has so far been brought to justice for the 1974 bombings in Guildford, which left five dead

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-pub-bombings-justice-no-13843625

Guildford pub bombings: 'I don't think I'll get any answers in my lifetime', says Guildford Four's Paddy Armstrong

Paddy Armstrong was wrongly convicted alongside Gerry Conlon, Carole Richardson and Paul Hill, of responsibility for the 1974 atrocity

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-pub-bombings-i-dont-13844371

Guildford A3 car fire: Shocking footage captures moment car is engulfed in flames sending thick black smoke high into the sky over scene

The incident happened during the Thursday morning rush hour (November 2) near Guildford

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-a3-car-fire-shocking-13847522

Alex Lockyer inquest: Guildford dad 'could have survived' if he'd undergone emergency procedure, coroner concludes

Father-of-two Alex Lockyer, 45, collapsed at his daughter's prom and died a week later at home after being discharged from hospital

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/alex-lockyer-inquest-guildford-dad-13843369

Missing teenager Ola Stokes found safe and well, police confirm

Ola, 14, was last seen on a bus on Saturday (October 28) and was understood to have links to the Guildford area

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/missing-teenager-ola-stokes-found-13847404

Guildford A3 car fire: Two lanes shut southbound after car bursts into flames near Stoke Interchange

Surrey Police and Surrey Fire and Rescue Service attended the incident on Thursday morning (November 2) near the Stoke Interchange

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-a3-car-fire-two-13847119

Wednesday 1 November 2017

Urgent police appeal to trace missing 14-year-old girl from Devon who 'has links to Guildford'

Ola Stokes was last seen on a bus in Devon on Saturday

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/urgent-police-appeal-trace-missing-13844738

Ambulance service to investigate '25-minute delay' after Guildford man suffered cardiac arrest

The 21-year-old collapsed at the gym and his family were put on hold after dialling 999

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/ambulance-service-investigate-25-minute-13841696

That Guildford Coca-Cola truck Christmas event really was fake - but here's where you CAN see it

The full list of dates and locations for the festive stop-offs has now been confirmed

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/family-kids-news/coca-cola-truck-christmas-guildford-13843191

Bill Bellerby death: Hundreds of well-wishers come together to remember 'Mr Guildford' at memorial service

A memorial service at Holy Trinity Church on Monday (October 30) commemorated the life of honorary freeman Bill Bellerby

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/bill-bellerby-death-hundreds-well-13837397

Guildford pub bombings: Surrey coroner urged to reopen inquests into deaths following 1974 blasts

Five people died during the bombings in Guildford in 1974

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-pub-bombings-surrey-coroner-13841258