Guildford Family Mediation Services
Mediate UK's Guildford mediation service operates from the modern and welcoming Brighter Spaces offices on Quarry Street, overlooking Guildford Castle. These comfortable, contemporary meeting rooms offer the perfect environment for private family mediation sessions, supported by a friendly reception and waiting area during working hours.
The building is also used by therapists, counsellors, and consultants, making it a calm, considered space for sensitive conversations. Well-positioned for residents across Guildford and the surrounding Surrey area, we offer face-to-face MIAMs, joint sessions, and shuttle mediation tailored to your family's unique needs.
We've helped thousands of families nationwide move forward, and our team upholds the same level of care and professionalism that's earned us a 4.9-star rating on Reviews.co.uk from over 700 clients.
Mediation Services in Guildford
From your first MIAM to a full financial or child arrangements settlement, our Guildford team covers every stage of the family mediation process.
MIAM Appointments
Book a Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting with our Guildford team. A MIAM helps you understand whether mediation is suitable before making a family court application.
MIAM appointments in Guildford →Family Mediation
Support for separating couples who want to resolve family issues without unnecessary court proceedings. Sessions can cover children, finances, property and communication.
Family mediation services →Child Arrangements Mediation
Mediation for parents who need help agreeing where children live, contact arrangements, school holidays, handovers and parenting plans.
Child arrangements mediation →Financial Mediation
Help with financial discussions after separation, including property, pensions, savings, debts, income and financial disclosure.
Financial settlement mediation →Shuttle Mediation
Available where clients prefer not to sit in the same room. The mediator moves between separate rooms to help discussions progress safely and professionally.
Shuttle mediation →£500 Mediation Voucher
Eligible child arrangements cases may qualify for support through the family mediation voucher scheme. Our team can explain eligibility when you book.
£500 mediation voucher scheme →Mediate UK
54 Quarry St
Guildford
GU1 3UA
0330 999 0959admin@mediateuk.co.uk Contact Us Find a different branchOpening hours:
| Monday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
Guildford Mediation Branch Information
Payments accepted: Card or Bank transfer. Please note our mediators cannot accept cash payments.
Nearest Train Station: Guildford train station is an 8-minute walk.
Wifi: Yes.
Reception Area: Yes.
Waiting area: Yes.
Shuttle Mediation Possible: Yes. Please let the admin office know you require this when booking your mediation appointment.
Café on site: No. There are many cafes in Guildford Town Centre.
Disabled Access: Sometimes. Please call to discuss your requirements.
Directions: In the middle of Guildford and overlooking Guildford Castle, these offices are used by therapists, counsellors and consultants. Each meeting room here is a great space to conduct family mediation. The entrance is next to Olivo’s restaurant. When you arrive at the branch, just ring on the intercom system and you will greeted by the concierge. At weekends or evening, the Guildford mediator will greet you in person.
Parking: There is plenty of parking in Guildford town centre. You can download a parking app, which is helpful for telling you where there are free spaces.
Guildford Mediation FAQs
Do you offer MIAMs in Guildford?
Yes. Our Guildford mediator conducts MIAM appointments at Brighter Spaces on Quarry Street, in the heart of Guildford town centre. We support clients across Guildford, Woking, Godalming, Cranleigh, Farnham, Aldershot, Haslemere, Camberley, Send, Worplesdon, and the wider Surrey area. Most MIAMs are held online, so you can usually attend from home or work without needing to travel in person. If you'd prefer a face-to-face appointment, our Guildford venue is available Monday to Friday, with later opening hours until 6pm every weekday. To book a face-to-face MIAM, please contact our office on 0330 999 0959 or email admin@mediateuk.co.uk.
Where in Guildford do you hold mediation sessions?
Our Guildford mediator conducts in-person sessions at 54 Quarry Street, Guildford, GU1 3UA, with town centre parking nearby (the RingGo app is helpful for finding free spaces). Disabled access is available by arrangement, so please call ahead to discuss any specific requirements. The venue overlooks Guildford Castle, with Guildford Train Station an 8-minute walk away. We also offer online MIAMs and joint mediation sessions across England and Wales. Not based in Guildford? We have 30+ locations across England, including nearby Woking and Aldershot.
How much does a MIAM cost in Guildford?
A MIAM in Guildford costs £115 per person plus VAT for an online MIAM or £150 plus VAT for an in-person MIAM at our Guildford venue. Joint mediation sessions are £120 per person per hour plus VAT online or £150 plus VAT for in-person meetings. Our fees are fixed and transparent, with no hidden extras and no surprise costs at the end. To book an online MIAM, you can do so directly through our website. To book a face-to-face MIAM or joint session at our Guildford venue, please contact our office on 0330 999 0959 or email admin@mediateuk.co.uk. You can see our full pricing, including fixed-fee mediation packages and consent order fees, on our costs page.
Can I use the £500 mediation voucher in Guildford?
Yes, parenting cases in Guildford may qualify for the £500 government family mediation voucher. If your case is eligible, the voucher is applied directly towards your joint mediation sessions after your MIAM, so you'll see the discount on your invoice. We'll let you know if your case qualifies during your initial call, and we handle the voucher claim with the Family Mediation Council on your behalf. To find out if you're eligible, the easiest first step is a free 15-minute consultation.
How quickly can I book a MIAM in Guildford?
Very quickly. You can book an online MIAM in under two minutes, or call us on 0330 999 0959 to arrange a face-to-face MIAM at our Guildford venue. You can also email admin@mediateuk.co.uk. We often have appointments available within a few days, and in many cases, we can invite your ex-partner to their own MIAM within 5 minutes of yours finishing. If you have an urgent court deadline, we also offer same-day urgent MIAMs.
Do I need a MIAM before applying to Guildford Family Court?
In most cases, yes. Anyone applying to Guildford County Court and Family Court (which covers Guildford, Woking, Godalming, Farnham, and the wider west Surrey area) for child arrangements or a financial order must first attend a MIAM, unless you qualify for an exemption such as domestic abuse or urgent safeguarding concerns. Our Guildford mediators are accredited by the Family Mediation Council and can provide MIAM certificates valid for any application to Guildford Family Court or any other court in England and Wales. For more detail, see our Do I Need a MIAM? guide or our complete guide to attending a MIAM.
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