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University of Surrey news RSS feed · today The University of Surrey celebrates 50 years of The Duke of Kent’s Chancellorship • The University of Surrey celebrates 50 years of The Duke of Kent’s Chancellorship dn0009 Fri, 17/07/2026 - 08:16 Press release His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent has completed 50 years as Chancellor of the University of Surrey – one of the longest chancellorships in the history of British higher education. • The Duke succeeded Lord Robens, the University's inaugural Chancellor, following recommendations made at a special Senate meeting on 1 July 1976, with the appointment ratified by University Court on 17 July. • The then Vice-Chancellor, Professor Anthony Kelly FRS, announced it at that afternoon's degree conferment ceremony.

University of Surrey news RSS feed · today Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences triumphs in National Student Survey 2026 • Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences triumphs in National Student Survey 2026 tb0045 Thu, 16/07/2026 - 20:49 News The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences (FHMS) at Surrey has achieved outstanding results in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2026. • FHMS has eight undergraduate courses ranked top 5 in the UK for overall student satisfaction* in the NSS 2026, including two ranked 1st in the UK. • These are: Biological Sciences BSc – 1st Veterinary Medicine and Science BVMSci – 1st Veterinary Biosciences BSc – 2nd Biochemistry BSc/MSci – 4th Microbiology BSc – 5th Food Science and Nutrition BSc – 5th Nutrition BSc – 5th Nutrition and Dietetics BSc – 5th Two courses are also ranked top 20: Sport and Exercise Science BSc (14th) and Psychology BSc (17th, up an impressive 16 places).

SurreyLive — Guildford · today I went for a pint in Surrey's newest Wetherspoons - see inside • There aren't many better ways to spend a Tuesday afternoon than having a pint at the new pub in your area

SurreyLive — Guildford · today Surrey's amazing splash pad paddling pool tucked away in a tropical oasis • Families will absolutely love it! • Families will absolutely love it! And it's free!

SurreyLive — Surrey News · today 'New look' for Surrey town centre high-rises as new owners submit plans • The site has been the centre of a number of proposals

SurreyLive — Surrey Police · today Tribute to 'hugely generous' Surrey dad who died in four vehicle crash • Anyone with information on the crash should contact police

SurreyLive — Surrey News · today Disastrous inherited finances could mean new West Surrey Council is under commissioner control from day one • The Ministry for Local Government has written to Woking and Spelthorne Councils to discuss their financial futures

SurreyLive — Surrey News · today Ex-Southern Water boss charged with conspiracy to defraud over water tests • Matthew Wright, who lives in Surrey, has been accused alongside three others of conspiring to defraud the Environment Agency and water regulator Ofwat

SurreyLive — Surrey Police · today Man jailed following burglary spree and police officer assault • The 37-year-old was found responsible for a string of burglaries

University of Surrey news RSS feed · today Centre for Britain and Europe participates in Evidence Week in Parliament, presenting new insights on young people and NEETs • Centre for Britain and Europe participates in Evidence Week in Parliament, presenting new insights on young people and NEETs kj0008 Mon, 20/07/2026 - 12:01 News On the 7 of July, Professor Amelia Hadfield and Megan Ward represented the Centre for Britain and Europe (CBE), University of Surrey, at Evidence Week in Parliament, an annual event that brings together researchers, parliamentarians and the public to strengthen how evidence is used in policymaking. • Across the morning session, they briefed MPs, peers and parliamentary staff on Centre for Britain and Europe's (CBE) latest research into young people not in education, employment or training (NEETs). • Drawing on 18 months of evidence, they outlined the urgent need to reassess current policy approaches and presented practical recommendations for improving pathways and support for NEETs in Surrey and across the UK.

SurreyLive — Surrey Police · today Man sentenced after serious assault at Chertsey pub • Officers said 'no one should have their night out end in violence'

SurreyLive — Woking · today The unique Surrey burial ground named among UK's best parks • It is unlike any other cemetery or graveyard you’ll come across

Guildford Dragon · today Apology for Continuing Break in Service • The Guildford Dragon NEWS website is continues to suffer from limited accessibility issues making our normal operation impossible. • Our hosts have reported that this is due to continuing high levels of “bot” attacks. • We apologise for the break in service.

SurreyLive — Guildford · today Details of German Christmas market coming to Guildford this year • The free-entry event will come at the end of Novemeber

What's on: next 7 days

A quick-view of 8 public listings happening across Guildford over the next 7 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

Thu 23 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events. 23 Jul Bowling for Mental Wellbeing Guildford Spectrum

Fri 24 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events. 24 Jul Queer as Folk Night New House Art Space

Sat 25 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events. 25 Jul ListenQueer: LGBTQIA+ History in Guildford New House Art Space

Sat 25 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events. 25 Jul Magic of Thailand Festival Stoke Park

Sun 26 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events. 26 Jul Guildford Coffee Club: Professor Jonathan Morris — The Coffee Historian New House Art Space

Sun 26 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events. 26 Jul Summer Glow Party with The Body Shop, Freddie's Flowers and Bird & Blend Tea Co. The Body Shop

Sun 26 Jul · Visit Surrey - Guildford events. Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Sunday 26 July 2026

Thu 23 Jul · Visit Surrey - Guildford events. Guildford Story | Guided Walk -Thursday 23 July 2026

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Guildford Cathedral starred as the menacing setting in the 1976 horror film The Omen, including the wedding scene featuring Gregory Peck and Lee Remick. Source →