Godalming was formed in 1967 by Peter Gabriel and Tony Banks while they were pupils at Charterhouse School. Actor Sam Worthington was born in Godalming in 1976, before moving to Australia at a young age. Billy Dainty a British comedian, dancer, physical comedian and pantomime and television star lived in Godalming. He died on November 19, 1986, aged 59, of prostate cancer at his home, Cobblers, in Godalming. Significant people currently living in the town include the actress Rachel Hurd-Wood, Great Britain field hockey player Dan Fox, Scottish international footballer John Hansen, brother of football pundit Alan Hansen, mathematics author Matt
Godalming Town F.C. initially played at the Recreation Ground, before moving to the Weycourt ground, taking over the tenancy from Farncombe. Improvement works at the site included moving the pitch to a former rubbish tip. During the works the club temporarily played at Broadwater Park. In 1985 the main stand from Addlestone & Weybridge Town's Liberty Lane ground was purchased for £225 after the club went bust. Godalming Town F.C. Godalming Town Football Club is a semi-professional football club based in Godalming, Surrey, England. They are currently members of the and play at Weycourt. The club was established in 1950 as Godalming United