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Travelling to College

Located three miles from Guildford town centre in Worplesdon, the college dates back as early as 1318.

We encourage our students to use alternative modes of transport other than cars. By doing this we are aiming to reduce the amount of traffic as well as promoting a healthy lifestyle and living environment.

We have 3 new covered cycle shelters, one in the machinery car park, one in student overflow car park behind Harris Centre and one behind Merrist Wood House.  

At Merrist Wood College, the car park is located at the back of the Harris Centre. Motor bike spaces and cycle racks are also provided. In order for students to park on the campus, you must register your car details with Student Services.  

Please note that there is no vehicle access to the College from Coombe Lane and there is strictly no parking in this road. You must access the College via Holly Lane.

We have worked with Carlone Limited to make the college more accessible for students. Full timetable can be found here.

To arrange a boarding point or for more information, please visit https://www.carlonelimited.co.uk/455-and-merrist-wood 

From Guildford:
There is a bus service from Guildford Friary Bus Station in Woodbridge Road to Fairlands Estate which is a short walk away from the College. 

From Guildford: 
Friary Bus Station, catch the number 20 bus (Kite) to Aldershot via Fairlands Estate. 

From Woking: 
Catch the number 34 or 35 bus (both Arriva) to the Guildford Friary Bus Station and then get the number 20 bus (Kite) to Aldershot, getting off at Fairlands Estate. 

From Camberley: 
Catch the number 3 bus (Stagecoach) to Ash, then the number 20 bus (Kite) to Guildford, getting off at Fairlands Estate. 

From Godalming: 
Catch the number 70 or 71 bus (both Stagecoach) to Guildford Friary Bus Station and then catch the number 20 bus (Kite) to Aldershot, getting off at Fairlands Estate. 

From Farnborough: 
Catch the number 1 bus (Stagecoach) to Aldershot Bus Station and then the number 20 bus (Kite) to Guildford, getting off at Fairlands Estate. 

For latest news about bus services or discount travel schemes in the area visit the Surrey Council website.

Although there is a train station in Worplesdon it is easier to travel to Merrist Wood from the main Guildford station. 

From there, you can either catch the number 20 public bus that runs from Guildford bus station (see bus information above). 

Support with travel

If you are finding it hard to meet the costs of travelling to college, you may be able to get a travel bursary, depending on your situation. For more information on bursaries, to check if you’re eligible, and how to apply, please contact our Advice and Admissions team or see our Fees, funding and bursaries page.

Merrist Wood offers accommodation for new and existing full-time students who wish to live in our halls.

Merrist Wood College

  • Address
    Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Worplesdon, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE

Opening Times

Day Opening time Closing time
Monday to Thursday 8:30am 5pm
Friday 8:30am 4pm
     

Term Time 
Monday and Wednesday: 8:30am–5:00pm 
Tuesday and Thursday: 8:30am–7:00pm 
Friday: 8:30am–4:00pm 

Out of Term 
Monday–Thursday: 8:30am–5:00pm 
Friday: 8:30am–4:00pm 

Term Time 
Monday and Wednesday: 8:30am–5:00pm 
Tuesday and Thursday: 8:30am–7:00pm 
Friday: 8:30am–4:00pm 

Out of Term 
Monday–Thursday: 8:30am–5:00pm 
Friday: 8:30am–4:00pm 

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