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Market town in Surrey, England
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Farnham is an ancient medieval town in Surrey, full of interesting historical sites and beautiful Georgian buildings.
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A Norman castle that was lived in for almost 900 years with buildings reflecting the changing architectural styles through the centuries.
Visit the museum and understand the extensive history of the town, from prehistory to today. Features exhibitions of art, crafts and writing produced in the town. Check the website for information about temporary exhibitions and children's activities.
Gostrey Meadow is a public park, through which the river Wey flows. There is a children's play area and a large grassy area ideal for a summer picnic. Gostrey Meadow was created in 1910 as a recreational area for the residents of Farnham. The name comes from the 17th century meadows, now part of the Bush Hotel estate, which were known as Gostreeds.
a shopping village in the town centre, named after a former coaching inn.
The New Ashgate Gallery is a non-profit organisation, promoting and selling contemporary fine art and craft. The gallery holds regular exhibitions.
St Andrew's is the parish church of Farnham. There was a church on the same site as the present St Andrew's some five hundred years before the present building was built in the 11th century.
The nearby Abbey in Waverley is about 10 minutes drive from Farnham town centre. The first Cisterian monastery in this country, the Abbey was built in the 13th century.
Has over 150 species of bird, of which 11 are endangered. Includes a children's petting zoo and an aquarium.
3b The Borough (down an alleyway - follow the signs). The Barn is popular locally for its creative events, which include the Knitter Natter knitting club, life drawing classes, and games nights. This little cafe of mainly vegetarian food, in the centre of town, also holds live music nights featuring local bands and DJs. Check the website for a full list of future events.
Established in 1950, this market offers quality handmade crafts, plants, fresh flowers and vegetables when in season, eggs and honey and a selection of traditional home cooking and preserves.
Annual charity beer exhibition (the longest running in the country) with 35-40 breweries exhibiting real ale, bitter, cider and perry.
Farnham Maltings is a lively community arts centre housed in Farnham’s historic Maltings buildings on the river Wey. The centre offers a vast array of activities for both adults and children, including touring theatre productions, film screenings and craft events. Check the website for a full list of future events.
A local farmer's market selling traditional food, flowers and other produce is held on the fourth Sunday of each month. Many of the stallholders offer free samples before you buy.
This market is one of the oldest and largest in the area, with around 200 stalls selling vintage and handmade items, as well as food. The market is held on the first Saturday of every month, from 9:30AM-4PM.
Offers short baking courses from beginner to advanced. Check the website for a full list of future courses.
Small local restaurant serving traditional Italian meals, with a focus on seafood.
Contemporary Italian food and drink in this small bar and restaurant. Open for light lunches and coffee during the day.
Luxurious authentic Indian restaurant close to the train station. Also does takeaway food.
The Gorge is a small local "greasy spoon"-type cafe which does very affordable all-day breakfasts. The cafe is popular with students due to its bizarre cave-like walls.
French-style patisserie and chocolaterie with coffee and cakes to take away, and a cafe with Wi-Fi.
Fish and Chips
Contemporary Italian food and drink in a converted Georgian school. Plenty of seating in the conservatory at the rear of the restaurant, where you can watch the chefs make your pizza. Also does takeaway food.
Traditional authentic Thai food in pleasant surroundings.
Contemporary Italian food and drink in a beautiful old building.
Low-cost drinks and snacks in a creative arts club, popular with students and arty types.
Classically styled comfortable establishment serving fine ales in the heart of Farnham.
Cosy in winter, lovely beer garden for summer.
A Georgian Pub with wood paneling.
The Blue Boy Railway Hotel
17th-century pub that used to be part of the castle. It has a long and interesting history, and serves traditional British food and drink with generous portions.
Traditional pub food and drink in a pleasant atmosphere. Offers free Wi-Fi, live music, pool, quiz and supper nights.
Pie nights on Mondays and steak nights on Wednesdays.
A traditional pub with a beer garden and HD screens.
Serving lunch, dinner and drinks, plus Sunday Roast. Over 40 gins, many of which are local. With a garden, heated garden pod and skittle alley.
A community run pub.
The Borough. This 17th-century coaching inn provides a 3-star retreat retaining much of its period grandeur, surrounded by its own grounds in the town centre. Double rooms from £72 per night.
An attractively styled 17th-century barn conversion, set in 40 acres of secluded parkland, with ample off road parking. Formerly known as Farnham Park Hotel. Single rooms from £45, twin or double rooms from £55.
A hotel attached to the Fullers Pub. Cosy rooms, free artisan coffee and even Fullers beer in the rooms fridge
Country manor house with 24 ensuite bedrooms, two function rooms, a bar and gardens.
Lion and Lamb Yard. A bright, fun shop established in 1986 packed to the brim with eccentric, colourful items.
Classically styled department store, unique to Farnham.
Thought to be the oldest surviving business in Farnham.
Sells all kinds of cooking and baking equipment, connected to the cookery school.
By plane
Farnham is well served by London airports. For travellers coming directly to Farnham, the most convenient are:
By train
Farnham station is served by commuter and regional train services from many different directions. There are regular services to and from London Waterloo which take approximately one hour.
By coach
Coach services are available from Heathrow to Farnham, via London Victoria. For more information visit the National Express website.
By taxi
There are taxi ranks at the railway station and at the bottom of Castle Street. For a list of taxi companies, visit the town council website.
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