Fake or Fortune

Fake or Fortune

How fashion, decay, fire and commercial issues have shaped the buildings in High Street

By Guildford Town Guides

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Sat, 19 Jul 2025 11:00 - 12:30 GMT+1

Location

Tunsgate Arch

High Street Guildford GU1 3AA United Kingdom

About this event

How can you date a building from its appearance? When is Tudor actually mock-Tudor and when is Georgian not Georgian? On this walk, we will look above the shop fronts to spot the tell-tale signs of the stories of some familiar but intriguing buildings.

'Buildings have been demolished or destroyed over the ages, but the High Street has retained its charm, not without some bitter battles at times.' Hugh, a guide on this walk

Cancellation:

If you will not be able to come on a walk, please cancel your booking. This can be done from the email confirming your booking (click on ‘Modify reservation’) or by clicking on the ticket on your Eventbrite page (select ‘Cancel Order’)

Organised by

We are a small band of enthusiastic volunteers who lead walking tours in Guildford town centre with the support of Guildford Borough Council. Each year we take thousands of people, adults and children on guided walks.