Guildford’s historic cobbled High Street boasts a wide variety of high-end home and fashion stores, shopping centres packed with brand name favourites and a labyrinth of side streets housing independent gems.
Completely Retail has partnered with Guildford’s Business Improvement District, Experience Guildford, to provide a comprehensive guide to the latest available properties in the town. With expert property advice on hand, and useful local information, there’s never been a better time for businesses to locate their next retail or leisure venture in central Guildford. Whether you are a national retailer or a local start-up business this page will give you an insight into why Guildford is the perfect place for your brand.
We have a selections of articles written by industry experts giving you advice and local insight when setting up your retail or leisure business in Guildford.
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Retail and leisure businesses in Guildford town centre are automatic members of the Business Improvement District (BID), Experience Guildford.
View WebsiteVisit Guildford Borough Council’s dedicated online hub for businesses, here you will find information on business rates, licenses and permits, commercial waste and planning and building control.
View WebsiteGuildford has great travel links. Just 30 miles from London and on the main line from Portsmouth Harbour to London Waterloo, the town’s two railway stations ensure you are never waiting too long for a train up to the city and can travel in to Guildford with ease.
For those needing to venture further afield, both London Heathrow and Gatwick airports can be easily accessed by public transport via bus or train.