Our new Hidden Heritage leaflet series features in-depth information and images on the local history of Farnham from the Palaeolithic to the modern day.
The leaflets were created with the help of volunteers and compiled by local archaeologist Dr Anne Sassin in the hopes of bringing to light some of the little-known artefacts found in the area over the years. They are broken down into various historical periods and themes (Stone Age, Late Prehistoric, Roman, Saxon, Medieval, Early Modern, Industrial and Wartime) and provide useful historical information and timelines for each era of history, as well as education tips through their links to the Primary History Curriculum.
Each leaflet also showcases Farnham’s distinctive history as a crafting town by focusing on historical industries and crafts for every period, helpfully illustrated by unique drawings created by local artist Victor Ambrus.
Each leaflet is available to download from this page, and they are distributed at various venues throughout town, including the Town Council Offices and Museum of Farnham.
Leaflets
Download our Stone Age leaflet
Download our Late Prehistoric leaflet
Download our Industrial Farnham leaflet
In addition to the more detailed leaflets, general multi-period heritage display boards and pop-ups have been created which showcase select sites and artefacts from the Farnham region.
Artefacts and sites which lie beneath our feet.
Prehistoric dwellings, Farnham Castle, Tudor Market and Roman road
Farnham Terraces, Roman Pottery, Medieval and Civil War
Bronze and Iron Age, Waverley Abbey, Six Bells Villa, Victorian Factories
Periods of History
Palaeolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic, Bronze Age, Iron Age
Tudor, Stuart, Georgian, Victorian, 20th Century
