Introduction
Guildford is a town in Surrey, England; Known for its cobbled high street and historic buildings. Key landmarks include, a medieval castle, Cathedral and town hall clock. Despite its hilly location, there are plenty of accessible places to visit in Guildford.
In this blog post I will share some local attractions, suitable for visitors with POTS or other forms of dysautonomia. The pages linked will contain all the information you will for your visit, such as parking, walking distances and places to stop and rest along the way.
Guildford Castle
Address: Castle St, Guildford GU1 3SX
Guildford Castle is located near the top of Guildford high-street, and is only 50 metres away from the nearest car park. It is thought to have been built by William the Conqueror, or one of his barons, shortly after the 1066 invasion of England.
This is a great place to visit for people who struggle to walk long distances, with Tunsgtate car park, just across the road. There are plenty of benches around the Castle grounds, so you don't have to worry about walking too far without having place to stop and rest. There is a short, but steep slope to the castle with a great view from the top. Surrounding the Castle, there are gardens, a bandstand and a bowling green. The paths around the castle grounds are wheelchair accessible.
For more info, visit our Guildford Castle Post
Stoke Park
Address: Nightingale Rd, Guildford GU1 1ER
With a play area, mini golf and paddling pools, Stoke Park is the ideal location for a day out with your family. There's also the rose garden, as well as a quiet Japanese style garden/pond which are enjoyable for people of all ages. During the summer, Stoke Park is busy with lots of visitors, but outside of peak holidays, it tends to be a quiet and peaceful place.
Stoke Park is a great place to visit for people with POTS, with plenty of benches located around its grounds. The car park, primarily used by Guildford College, is free to use outside of college hours.
For more info, visit our Stoke Park Post
Guildford Cathedral
Address: Stag Hill, Guildford GU2 7UP
Guildford Cathedral is free to enter and has a café on site. It stands at the top of Stag Hill, one of the highest points in Guildford. Parking is free for two hours and is right next to the Cathedral. Around the cathedral grounds you will find various gardens, as well as a view over the surrounding town. The cathedral is wheelchair accessible, with a ramp at the west entrance and a lift on the north door.
For more info, visit our Guildford Cathedral Post
Newlands Corner
Address: Drove Rd, Newland's Corner, Albury, Guildford GU4 8SE
Located 4 miles east of Guildford, Newlands Corner is right in the heart of the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. While it's known for its many walking and cycling trails, there is also a lot to see for less-able visitors as well, with great views from the top of the hill without even needing to leave your car. There's a café, with a good selection of cooked food and warm drinks, adjacent to the car park.
For more info, visit our Newlands Corner Post
Millmead Lock
Address: Guildford GU2 4BB
Millmead Lock is located along the River Wey, just outside Guildford town centre. It's a quiet place, with open green areas great for picnics. With plenty of benches and places to rest, Millmead Lock is a great place to visit for people with POTS. The car park is right next to the river, so there is very little distance needed to travel.
For more info, visit our Millmead Lock Post
Conclusion
Overall, Guildford has a lot to offer, with a rich history and award winning parks. There is lots to see, and plenty of POTS accessible locations. As someone with POTS, I would highly recommend a visit.
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