Surrey Could Be ‘Left Behind’ Without a Mayor

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        October 15, 2026

Surrey Could Be ‘Left Behind’ Without a Mayor

Good Morning Guildford — 2026-10-15

By James Moules local democracy reporter The outgoing leader of Surrey County Council has warned Surrey risks being “left behind” if the county does not...
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Surrey Could Be ‘Left Behind’ Without a Mayor
• By James Moules local democracy reporter The outgoing leader of Surrey County Council has warned Surrey risks being “left behind” if the county does not adopt an elected mayor in the near future.
Almanac · Daily briefing
Today in Guildford, Woking and west Surrey commuter belt
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Local news · 8 stories
The local news that matters this morning
Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.
Guildford Dragon · yesterday
A New Vision for the Former House of Fraser Building Is Finally Revealed
• By Daisy Edwards There is, at last, a new vision for the former House of Fraser site and it could bring back into business the luxury shopping experience that Guildford was once known for.
SurreyLive — Guildford · yesterday
Guildford High Street is the ‘prettiest’ in Britain according to The Telegraph as town receives heaps of praise
• The Telegraph believe Guildford High Street is the most beautiful in Britain, and even suggest people should come on holiday to visit
SurreyLive — Surrey News · Local news · yesterday
New double yellow lines proposed across Godalming as part of major parking changes
• Many well used roads in the area are included in the proposals
Surrey County Council news · Government and records · yesterday
Care-experienced young people helping shape services across Surrey
• Care-experienced children and young people are helping to improve services across Surrey through a national programme helping to give them a voice
Surrey County Council news · Government and records · yesterday
Everyday moments, life-changing impact: new campaign urges more people in Surrey to consider fostering
• A new DfE campaign is calling on more people across Surrey to consider fostering by showing people they may already have what it takes to become a foster carer
Woking News & Mail · Local news · 7 days ago
Tattoo parlour proposed for Knaphill site
• A tattoo parlour could replace a funeral directors in Knaphill under a planning application submitted to Woking Borough Council.
Surrey Comet · Local news · 5 days ago
Woking man, 21, raped woman and used tracking app to control her life
• A Woking man raped a woman and controlled her life for two years, using a tracking app to monitor her movements and restricting her access to money, family and friends.
Woking News & Mail · Local news · 6 days ago
Pianothon hits right notes on welcome return
• The Woking Pianothon has made a triumphant return after a four-year absence.
Local utility · Practical note
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Official notice: Guildford Borough Council news. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->Official notice: Woking Borough Council news. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->Official notice: Experience Guildford BID events. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->Official notice: Guildford Dragon. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->Official notice: ONS - Guildford Census 2021 area change. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->
What's On · 50 items
What's on: next 14 days
A quick-view of 50 public listings happening across Guildford over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.
16 OctCraft Cafe - Pumpkin Lanterns G Live16 & 23 OctThe Ghost Tour of Guildford Every Friday night Holy Trinity Church17 OctAn Evening with Sir Derek Jacobi and Richard Clifford Yvonne Arnaud Theatre17 OctHalloween Monster Roll Rosa's Thai17 OctSebastian Faulks in conversation with Patricia Nicol — Farewell to Eden Guildford Baptist Church17 OctThe Last Wolf with Rob Biddulph Guildford Baptist Church18 OctAlison Weir — The Boleyn Secret Guildhall, Guildford18 OctGuildford 10k High Street18 OctMelita Thomas — 1,000 Tudor Women Guildhall, Guildford20 OctHope and Heal: FREE Art Exhibition Art & Grind20 OctLittle Notes: 14mos-2.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Yvonne Arnaud Theatre20 OctThe Anastasia File Yvonne Arnaud Theatre22 OctCreative Make-Up: Special Effects 12-16yrs Yvonne Arnaud Theatre22 OctHellfire Comedy Club October G Live23 OctCake Sale & Raffle for Breast Cancer Now Mary Ann Weeks23 OctCreative Make-Up: Special Effects 7-11yrs Yvonne Arnaud Theatre23 OctSpring Bulb Planting, ages 5+ Guildford Museum23 OctSusan Calman: Tall Tales G Live24 OctDan Whitehouse at The GI Music Lounge The Guildford Institute24 OctRosalie Yvonne Arnaud Theatre25 OctCrafting Gender: Live Podcast with Susan Stryker and Creative Workshop New House Art Space25 OctGuildford Coffee Club: Juthan Chocolate New House Art Space25 OctTracy Borman OBE: Tudors On Tour Yvonne Arnaud Theatre26 OctBeginners' Magic Workshop: Become a magician in a day 10-13yrs Yvonne Arnaud Theatre26 OctBeginners' Magic Workshop: Become a magician in a day 6-9yrs Yvonne Arnaud Theatre27 OctCreative Collages, ages 5+ Guildford House27 OctRainer Hersch: All Classical Music Explained - Live! Yvonne Arnaud Theatre27 OctShort Stories, Tall Tales: The Three Little Pigs Yvonne Arnaud Theatre27 OctSister Queens Yvonne Arnaud Theatre27 OctSuds & Scents: Halloween Soap-Making Workshop 12yrs+ Yvonne Arnaud Theatre27 OctSuds & Scents: Halloween Soap-Making Workshop 5yrs+ Yvonne Arnaud Theatre28 OctCeltic Nights Yvonne Arnaud Theatre28 Oct at 14:00Corn Dolly Making Workshop with Two Crooked Ladies (12-2pm) New House Art Space28 Oct at 17:00Corn Dolly Making Workshop with Two Crooked Ladies (3-5pm) New House Art Space28 OctFemme Films Halloween Screening and Craft: The Velvet Vampire 18+ New House Art Space28 OctNigel Price & Libor Smoldas Guildford Pavilion28 OctSound Design for the Stage 12-16yrs Yvonne Arnaud Theatre27 OctCreative Collages | Guildford House Gallery22 Oct at 11:45Guildford Explorers| Guided Walk - Thursday 22 October at 11:4523 OctYoung Explorers Walk | Friday 23 October 202617 OctAn Evening with Sir Derek Jacobi and Richard Clifford Sat 17 Oct 2026 A towering figure of stage and screen.22 OctCreative Make-Up: Special Effects 12-16yrs Thu 22 Oct 2026 Become a theatrical media-makeup artist for the day18 OctDaniel Foxx: How Lovely Sun 18 Oct 2026 Daniel was determined to handle his Big Breakup with the grace of Julia20 OctLittle Notes: 14mos-2.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 20 Oct 202620 OctLittle Notes: 2.5-4.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 20 Oct 202620 OctLittle Notes: 5-14mos Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 20 Oct 202615 OctScummy Mummies: Hot Mess Thu 15 Oct 2026 Helen and Ellie are back with a brand-new comedy show.17 OctSir Derek Jacobi: Meet & Greet Sat 17 Oct 2026 Join us for an exclusive opportunity to meet the legendary Sir Derek Jacobi.20 OctTheatre Royal Windsor presents The Anastasia File Starring Jenny Seagrove Tue 20 Oct 2026 - Sat 24 Oct 202615 OctWithout Thu 15 Oct 2026 One man's life from the Windrush era through to the modern day.
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On this day in Guildford
Author and humourist P. G. Wodehouse, creator of Jeeves and Wooster, was born in Guildford on 15 October 1881 at 59 Epsom Road, where a brown plaque now marks the spot. Source →
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