Explore Guildford's rich heritage and history through free museum exhibitions, plus enjoy the interactive Scullery Playroom designed for young children.

Guildford Museum offers families a fascinating insight into the town's cultural heritage and history. Located at Castle Arch on Quarry Street in the heart of Guildford town centre, the museum welcomes visitors with free admission, making it an accessible attraction for all budgets. The museum features engaging exhibitions that bring Guildford's past to life, alongside the Scullery Playroom—a dedicated space designed specifically for young children to explore and learn through interactive play. Families can also access online exhibitions, extending the learning experience beyond their visit. Open Wednesday to Saturday from noon to 4:30pm, the museum is conveniently situated just 200 metres from Guildford High Street and is easily accessible by car, public transport, or on foot. The venue is pushchair-friendly and welcomes dogs, making it ideal for families with young children and pets. An access guide is available to help visitors with specific accessibility needs plan their visit.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Lawrie Siteman

3 months ago

Very interesting delve into the history of what became Guildford, and some lovely old toys that brought back memories.

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Yvonne Fernandes

4 months ago

Lovely cozy place. Very kid friendly and games for children. There were Easter eggs hidden 🐣

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Sami A

a year ago

The place was closed when I visited Guildford Castle. the main grounds were accessible and free to entre. Been again recently is free and stones throw from town centre. Been there a few months later, is almost how I remembered it. Obviously there have been changes. Some of the exhibits are still the same. Opening hours are as follows: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday open from 12 until 4:30pm, last admission 4pm. Closed all other days

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Ev Dubinsky

a year ago

Cute little museum with a lot of items from different periods to look at. Would spend more than 10-15 mins here. Got accessible toilet on the ground floor and kids area

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Shraddha

3 years ago

Nice place just outside of Guildford castle. It has many old age items to look into. Good place for history lovers. They have many old items like cycle, old stitching, old clothes, old bungalows in displays

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026