These pages provide information on the many things to do and attractions to explore in and around Farnham with links to relevant local websites for further details. There is information on Art & Culture, Heritage, Gardens/ Nature Reserves, Market towns and villages, Children’s activities and Events.

Art & Culture

Farnham Maltings – A community arts centre with a varied events programme that includes films, comedy evenings, gig nights and various workshops. Bridge Square, Farnham, GU9 7QR.Tel: 01252 726234. More...

Frensham Heights Performing Arts Centre - The award winning centre hosts touring companies, local groups and societies and school productions. Frensham Heights PAC, Frensham Heights School, Rowledge, Farnham, GU10 4EA. Tel: 01252 795854. More…

The Pride of the Valley Sculpture Park – Nearly 200 sculptures from classical to conceptual set in a wide variety of topographical situations featuring lawns, low-lying bog, coniferous and deciduous woodland, hillsides and valleys. Jumps Road, Churt, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2LE. Tel: 01428 605 453. More…

Crafts Study Centre – The Tanner Gallery displays objects from the Crafts Study Centre’s Nationally important collection of ceramics, textiles, lettering, calligraphy and furniture. It is located at the entrance to the Farnham campus of the Surrey Institute of Art & Design University College. Falkner Road, Farnham, GU9 7DS. Ring for opening times 01252 891 450.

Farnham Pottery – Founded in 1872 by Absalom Harris and is one of the best-preserved examples of a Victorian county pottery in England. It is now the home to the oldest wood fired kiln in the world, craft workshops and an arts based education centre. Quennels Hill, Wrecclesham. Tel: 01252 722975. More…

New Ashgate Gallery – See and experience a wide variety of fine and applied art works. Exhibitions include the work of professional artists and crafts people as well as emerging artists. Wagon Yard, Downing St, Farnham. GU9 7PS. Tel: 01252 713208. More…

Library Gardens – During the summer months the gardens are home to a temporary site responsive display of artwork produced by students of the Surrey Institute of Art and Design.

Heritage

Farnham Museum – Explore the history of Farnham at the town museum housed in a splendid Georgian house. Interactive displays, audio tour, garden & shop. Admission is free. Open Tues - Sat 10am - 5pm. Wilmer House, 38 West Street, Farnham GU9 7DQTel: 01252 715094. More…

Farnham Castle – Farnham Castle was built in the 12^th century and is the former residence of the Bishops of Winchester. Guided tours every Wednesday between 2pm and 4pm and between June and August on Fridays at 2:30pm. Castle Hill, Farnham, GU6 0AG. Tel: 01252 71339. More…

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Farnham Castle Keep – There is a Farnham Castle Keep audio tour available to discover its fascinating role in the Civil War. Open between 24^th March and 30^th September on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays between 12noon and 5pm.

The Rural Life Centre - The biggest countryside collection in the south of England marking over 150 years of farming and rural life. Reeds Road, Tilford, Farnham GU10 2DL. Tel: 01252 795571 More…

Waverley Abbey – Impressive 12^th Century ruins of the first Cistercian abbey in Britain. Free entry to the ruins during daylight hours. Waverley Lane, Farnham GU9 8EP. More…

Hogs Back Brewery – In the 18^th Century Farnham was a great hop-farming centre. This real ale brewery offers tours and an excellent gift shop. Manor Farm, The Street, Tongham, Surrey, GU10 1DE. Tel: 01252 783000. More…