Welcome to The Guildford Institute

Our welcoming community space is open to all, with a programme of events throughout the year. A variety of professional therapists and counsellors operate from our Community and Wellbeing Centre. We also host many community groups and our building is home to our V Café and historic Library and Archive.

Find out more about our spaces, activities and community by getting in touch with our friendly team.

Discover our What’s On Brochure

Explore our October 2026–March 2027 programme of events, with inspiring talks, courses, workshops, live music and much more.

Visit our What’s On page to browse individual event listings, with full details, availability and booking information for each activity.

Watch our step-by-step guide on how to book an activity.

Upcoming Events

About Us

Since 1834 The Guildford Institute has been working for and with the local community. Today our enthusiastic Board of Trustees and staff team work alongside a dedicated group of volunteers to ensure the Institute continues to make a difference.

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The Guildford Institute Building

Café

V Café provides a friendly catering service using high quality, fresh, vegetarian and vegan ingredients. 

V Cafe at The Guildford Institute
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Room Hire

Competitive room hire available within our centrally-located Grade II listed building.

Room Hire at The Guildford Institute
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Library &
Archive

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Christmas at The GI

Discover the magic of Christmas at The GI, with festive workshops, music, art, history, poetry and unforgettable winter experiences.
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We are Recruiting: HR Trustee

Can you help our small charity? we are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced HR Trustee to join our Board and help strengthen our people practices, support organisational development, and contribute to the long-term success of the Institute.

Applications are now open: Please follow the link for a full job description and information on how to apply: https://shorturl.at/y6mhz