Alan Turing

Our popular Alan Turing Encounter walk is now circular and lasts 90 minutes

Alan Turing is considered the Father of modern computing and well known for his code-breaking work during the Second World War. He was also a significant figure in the development of of ideas about Artificial Intelligence.

Guildford was the home of Alan Turing, where he grew up, and continued to visit his family members right up to his tragic death.

See the Turing locations and experience the unfolding drama.

Meeting point: G-Live main entrance, London Road, GU1 2AA.

Duration: The new walk route is circular and lasts 90 minutes approximately.

There are some steep slopes which are not suitable for those with limited mobility.

Cancellation:

If you will not be able to come on a walk, please cancel your booking. This can be done from the email confirming your booking (click on ‘Modify reservation’) or by clicking on the ticket on your Eventbrite page (select ‘Cancel Order’)

Souvenir booklet: Alan Turing - Guildford's best kept secret

A fully-illustrated publication telling the stories and highlighting the locations associated with Alan Turing and his time in Guildford is on sale at the Guildford Tourist Information Centre. It talks about the man behind the genius and why Guildford was such an important part of his relatively short life.