York Road Synagogue,
Guildford,
GU1 4RD
Guildford,
GU1 4RD
The Synagogue was rededicated in September 2024.
We have now grown from 25 individuals to a new community of 175 members.
We have now grown from 25 individuals to a new community of 175 members.
Guildford and District Jewish Community is an orthodox Jewish community in the centre of Guildford. The Synagogue dates back to 1979 though the community is older.
The community in the main holds services for the Yamim Noraim (Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur). It runs the local burial scheme in conjunction with Guildford Borough Council. There are a number of social events throughout the years for members.
Guildford Synagogue
Jewish Chaplain Guildford University
Guildford has had a Jewish presence since the Middle Ages.
The medieval synagogue was built in 1180 and its remains now lie under a modern shop on the High Street.
It is thought to be the second oldest synagogue in England, with Jews Court in Lincoln predating it by thirty years.
The modern synagogue was built in 1979.
Services are held on the last Shabbat of the secular Calendar month.
There are also services for the High Holydays and major festivals.
The synagogue is under the aegis of the Chief Rabbi.
There are also services for the High Holydays and major festivals.
The synagogue is under the aegis of the Chief Rabbi.
Hi – could you tell me if men and women are seated together in this shul or segregated?
I’m in my third year 10 months practising obedient Noahide living in woking under the authority of rabbinical judaism at netiv houston usa that teaches orthodox Torah.
Guildford synagogue is orthodox
Please welcome me into your congregation.
Sincerely in His service
I’m afraid the nearest Kosher restaurant is going to be in north London
Hello there
I am looking for a local or nearby Jewish restaurant, any suggestions please?
Look, I just wanted to say that I am appalled by the anti semitism which is in the media. Please be assured that this is not a majority view. I am not sure I can articulate how concerned I am but please be aware the ‘quiet majority’ want you to stay and feel safe and welcome in your own country.
I have seen a number of requests on this site for the first time tonight. Please feel free to email at a.goldberg@surrey.ac.uk – I’m the Chaplain to the University of Surrey and would be delighted to help.
Alex
My elderly uncle has now sadly had to go into a nursing home and I have the task of disposing of everything.
My uncle has some old prayer books plus other items and he has asked me to donate them to a synagogue.
Would this be something you would consider taking?
I look forward to your reply .
Kind regards
Charmain
Dear Chief Rabbi,
Would you please consider my attending your Shabbat Service this coming Saturday, October 29th?
I have been walking a spiritual path for many years and am undertaking a personal study of the great major teachings. My father was Jewish by birth and its ancient, deep, wisdom draws me to understand it more fully for myself.
Married for nearly 25 years we have a 15 year old son, 2 cocker spaniels and a hamster! We live
in Churt, near Handheld, Surrey and I am a teaching assistant at our local primary school.
Thank you for taking the time to read this email.
Yours sincerely,
Suzy Privett
I have been doing my heritage & have since found out that I’m of Jewish descent, I am hoping to convert to the Faith that I’ve always had a feeling was within me. Please could you answer a question, are you Orthodox or Liberal @ the Synagogue? Thank you for your time. Shalom.
Dear Sir, Dear Ma’am,
Could it be possible if a non-jew would like to pray together with you guys (at least once) in your synagogue during one of the prayer service moments/prayer hours?
Like this, very much your reply, please.
Kind regards,
Vincent Willems