History

Guildford Castle is thought to have been built by William the Conqueror, or one of his barons, shortly after the Norman invasion of England in 1066. Used as a Royal Palace, a prison and a private residence, Guildford Castle and grounds was sold to the Guildford Corporation in 1885. The grounds at Guildford Castle opened as public gardens in 1888 to mark Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee in 1887.

The castle gardens are famous for their vibrant floral displays, centred on the 11th Century Castle Keep. Other attractions include a life-size statue of Alice Through the Looking Glass, a bowling green and music concerts in the bandstand. The town’s war memorial stands in the grounds. Open-air theatre takes place in the summer months. 

Paranormal

It is said that visitors and helpers have been scratched by a spirit near or in the cells which was converted into a chapel. A feeling of being watched and a sense of spirits present when walking around.

We are not sure if an investigation has been conducted before. But we will document and see what or who is lurking in the shadows.