Venues
The Guildford Pavilion
Everything you’d expect from a classy jazz club – think Ronnie Scott’s, but on your doorstep!
Our regular and most popular venue with a regular calendar of shows throughout the year. Seating is cabaret style, with optional front seat sofas and rear high stools, a licensed bar, and a meal available beforehand delivered freshly cooked from our partner restaurants. Musicians are leading UK jazz artists with jazz styles ranging across the globe from mid-‘50s Blue Note to vibrant contemporary Jazz.
The Stoke
A jazz club in a pub with an emphasis on bluesy, soulful jazz
The rear function room of this traditional town pub in Guildford hosts our jazz nights for occasional performances through the year. Seating is unreserved cabaret style and there’s a bar in the club, with food available from the main pub menu delivered with table service. Musicians are all leading UK jazz artists with an emphasis on bluesy and contemporary, accessible jazz. Expect something a little different!
The Guildford Institute
Afternoon jazz with lunch in a historic setting
A historic building in the heart of Guildford, the Guildford Institute Café boasts a baby grand piano and provides the setting for our monthly shorter afternoon concerts in a relaxed atmosphere, with lunch available beforehand. Music is provided by a jazz trio with piano at it’s heart, featuring both leading UK jazz artists and outstanding local musicians.
The University of Surrey
Superb concert venue for internationally renowned artists
A fantastic concert venue boasting two full size Steinway grand pianos and excellent acoustics, the perfect venue for occasional performances featuring internationally renowned artists.
Guildford Castle
The Guildford Castle grounds and bandstand hosts one of the Festival Headline Events.
Bring a picnic and your favourite tipple and get ready to party!
This event is ticketed and pre-booking is highly recommended. Multi storey car park nearby.
St NicHolas church
Historic Church on the River
The host for this year’s Gospel Concert as part of the 2026 Guildford Jazz and Soul Festival.
Large river-front car park, easy access to train station and Guildford High Street
Art & Grind Café
Independent art café on Guildford High Street, hosting an exclusive evening for Guildford Jazz Members.
Not a Guildford Jazz Member? Benefits include priority booking, reserved seating and discounts on tickets. Click here to find out more.
Limited tickets available, entry includes a complimentary glass of fizz
The Guildford Townhouse (Coppa Club)
Cocktail Hour Jazz in this local restaurant on Guildford High Street in the locally-loved Burton’s building.
Free entry
Cosy Club
A quirky, eccentric and playful restaurant and bar within Tunsgate Quarter on Guildford High Street , well known for its large menu, cocktails and off-the-wall interiors.
Free entry
Rogues Bar
Family-run bar with a chilled vibe and great outside area of different levels with nice lighting and cozy seating, situated at the corner of Epsom and Harvey Road. A popular venue for the acoustic jazz and soul event as part of our Festival.
Free entry, no booking required
Shardana Italian Restaurant
Informal contemporary family-run authentic Italian restaurant with a glass front, serving delicious stone-baked pizza, fresh pasta and Italian wine with a side helping of jazz! Advance booking highly recommended.
Free entry, click here to book a table.
The Britannia
Riverside pub in the heart of Guildford, serving family-friendly hospitality and home of the renowned monthly Guildford Jazz Jam.
Free entry, no booking required
CHRISTChurch
A beautiful church with wonderful acoustics, Christchurch in Guildford provides the atmospheric setting for the 2026 Christmas Concert. Details and tickets available soon!