Guildford in Surrey, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Star Inn History
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 13, 2026
1. The Star Inn History Marker
It is built in the local timber frame style with a projecting upper floor "jetty" and was updated by adding a parapet, sash windows and plaster scored to imitate stonework.
In 1779 The Star was bankrupted by the billeting of soldiers during the American Rebellion. Troops marching to embark at Portsmouth stayed overnight in Guildford.
The Star became a base for many Waggoners who transported bulky goods and ran errands to the villages south of Guildford and was a convenient place to contact the carriers to set up trade. Brewing in Guildford ceased in 1969 with the Brewery demolished in the 1970s to build the Friary Shopping Centre.
The Back Room is The Star's own function space and the most renowned music venue in Guildford. It has showcased some excellent acts including The Stranglers, who performed their first ever gig here.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1600.
Location. 51° 14.099′ N, 0° 34.491′ W. Marker is in Guildford, England, in Surrey.
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Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Stranglers (here, next to this marker); St. Mary's Church (a few steps from this marker); Medieval Synagogue (within shouting distance of this marker); The Town Bridge (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Quarry Street/Rosemary Alley (about 120 meters away); Friary Square (about 150 meters away); The Castle Keep (about 180 meters away); Tunsgate Arch (about 210 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Guildford.
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 13, 2026
2. The Star Inn & Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 7, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 7, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 12 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 7, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
