Big River Race  – Raft Race and Duck Race – 2 July 2022

Big River Race – Raft Race and Duck Race – 2 July 2022

We are extremely pleased to say that our annual charity Raft Race on 2 July was a big success.  Although numbers of raft entries were low we enjoyed a warm sunny day, a good crowd, and a great spectacle and atmosphere.  A real buzz.   This year we held the event in...
Defibrillators for Burpham

Defibrillators for Burpham

The first defibrillator for Burpham was installed on Thursday 7th April – outside Aldi on London Road. This results from a campaign to raise over £6,000 fundraising by The Burpham Community Association. Guildford Lions Club donates £750. Pictured above (left to...

Good homes for 340 Christmas lunches!

19 December 2021 Like many hospitality venues, The Mandolay Hotel in Guildford town centre has been beset by cancellations for Christmas parties and events thanks to people’s understandable concerns about Covid. So, what to do with all the food that had been ordered...
Fireworks Fiesta -a great success!  record amount raised!

Fireworks Fiesta -a great success! record amount raised!

  When we first realised that the impact of the pandemic meant we needed to move away from our tried and tested format it was undoubtedly a huge step into the unknown and to say we were on a steep learning curve is an understatement. The journey was eventful and...