Law and Disorder

Surprisingly, Guildford has a colourful history of rebels, criminals and the penalties they paid.

Despite being the centre for administration of Law in the county, the town has witnessed many atrocities and major crimes. Guildford was also the site of three prisons over the centuries.

The remnants of two of these are still prominent landmarks in the town. Local tour guide Chris Bell will dip into the stories of this murky, but fascinating, past.