Your stay — Bluebells B&B
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at airports and tourist-heavy spots like train stations as they charge poor rates and fees.
Contactless cards and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and transport, though some smaller independents may prefer cash for low amounts.
Not obligatory. In restaurants, 10% for good service is appreciated but not expected; taxis round up to the nearest pound; hotel staff don't need tips unless for exceptional service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a cafe or takeaway from a chain costs around £2.50-£3.00.
Meal deal from any supermarket (sandwich, snack and drink) for about £3.50-£4.00; a hot lunch from a bakery or cafe is £6-£8.
A main course at a pub or casual restaurant costs £12-£16; pizza or curry is similar.
Guildford has sporadic street food markets (e.g. on Fridays in North Street or the Tunsgate Quarter) with stalls selling burgers, wraps, and Asian dishes for £5-£8.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Aldi are the main budget supermarket chains in the GU1 area.
High-street chains like Primark, H&M, and Zara on the main shopping streets (High Street, North Street) offer affordable fashion.
A single bus fare within Guildford is around £2.50 (contactless); the cheapest way from an airport is a National Express coach from Heathrow or Gatwick to Guildford for £15-£20 each way.
Buy a 'Guildford Eat Out' voucher if visiting during promotional periods; walk between most sites as the town centre is compact; use supermarket meal deals for lunch instead of eating out.
Good to know — Guildford
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Emergency Contacts
GuildfordAll emergency services in the UK can be reached by dialing 999. This is a free call available 24/7. For non-emergency police matters in Guildford, contact Surrey Police on 101.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Guildford, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Bluebells B&B
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Guildford town centre/railway station → Local attractions (university, Godalming, Woking)
💡 Day ticket (£4.50) offers best value for multiple journeys; covers most town and surrounding areas
London Gatwick Airport to Guildford Station → Holiday Inn Guildford (0.3 miles walk)
💡 Most economical option; exit platform 1 and follow High Street signs; Guildford station is very central
London Gatwick Airport → Holiday Inn Guildford
💡 Pre-book through hotel concierge for guaranteed rates; journey time varies with M25 traffic
London Gatwick Airport → Guildford town centre (0.4 miles to hotel)
💡 Cheapest airport transfer; services stop at coach station near high street; luggage space can be limited
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Bluebells B&B?
Check-in at Bluebells B&B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Bluebells B&B?
Meal deal from any supermarket (sandwich, snack and drink) for about £3.50-£4.00; a hot lunch from a bakery or cafe is £6-£8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Bluebells B&B?
A single bus fare within Guildford is around £2.50 (contactless); the cheapest way from an airport is a National Express coach from Heathrow or Gatwick to Guildford for £15-£20 each way.
Top Attractions in Guildford
💡 Climb the mound for a free panorama of the town and cathedral. The keep itself charges entry, but you don't need to go inside to enjoy the site.
💡 Arrive early in the afternoon – the museum is compact and gets busy on weekends. The Carroll room has a special Alice-in-Wonderland display that's easy to miss if you head straight for the ground floor.
💡 Start at the footbridge near the leisure centre and head south – you'll reach the towpath of the Wey Navigation. Bring binoculars for kingfishers. The walk is free, but if you fancy a break, Dapdune Wharf's tea room is pay-entry (though you can see the wharf from the path).
💡 Look for the piazza behind the Guildhall – it's a quiet spot for a bench break. The High Street is traffic-free on market day (Fridays), but the surrounding streets get busy; avoid midday if you dislike crowds.
💡 Park at Newlands Corner car park if you don't want to pay for the main Newlands Corner pay-and-display. On a clear day, you can see the South Downs. Bring sturdy shoes – the climb is muddy after rain.