Guildford Walkfest 2026 is all Set To Go Throughout September

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        August 27, 2026

Guildford Walkfest 2026 is all Set To Go Throughout September

Good Morning Surrey — 2026-08-27

Guildford Walkfest returns this September for its 21st year with, once again, free walks for all ages and abilities and on a wide range of themes. Here is a...
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Guildford Walkfest 2026 is all Set To Go Throughout September
• Guildford Walkfest returns this September for its 21st year with, once again, free walks for all ages and abilities and on a wide range of themes.
• Here is a pick of some of the walks taking place during the month.
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On 4 December 1926, crime writer Agatha Christie's car was found abandoned at Newlands Corner near Albury, sparking an 11-day national hunt before she turned up in Harrogate.
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