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If you want to explore Farnham there are a number of walks and trails to guide you. Whether you want
to delve into the history of Farnham or discover its rich history of flora and fauna there is so much to do!
A number of ready-made trail leaflets are available to pick up from
Farnham Town Council offices or download from
www.farnham.gov.uk.
If you are in Farnham on the first Sunday of the month why not take
part in a Farnham town walks and explore Farnham's hidden treasures
while learning about its wealth of history. The walks start from a
meeting point in Waggon Yard car park and cost £3 which is donated to
charity.
On the circular walking Heritage Trail you can discover more about
Farnham's historic treasures. Find out why groups of seven steps lead to
the castle, see where King Charles I stayed on West Street and William
Cobbett's tomb at St Andrew's Church.
The Boardwalk - Thursley Common Nature Reserve
A self-guided Tree Trail guides you around central Farnham identifying
a mix of common native species and more unusual specimens. Starting
North Downs Way
in Gostrey Meadow in the centre of Farnham discover a huge range of
In the summer of 2015 the North Downs Way was captured by the
beautiful trees.
Google Trekker; a panoramic Google Street View camera mounted on a
In 2017, The Industrial Heritage Trail and Public Art Trail provide a
backpack designed to go off-road. The North Downs Way was the first
unique insight into some of Farnham's hidden gems. Including a
UK National Trail to be recorded to highlight the wonderful landscapes
sculptural marker for the start of the North Downs Way, installed at
and communities the trail runs through.
Hickley's Corner.
The North Downs Way is one of only 15 designated National Trails in
England and Wales with diverse appeal and many unique features.
Starting in Farnham, passing through 153 miles of stunning and
varied countryside, the North Downs Way goes through the protected
landscapes of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
(AONB) and the Kent Downs AONB to Dover. This makes the trail a great
place for a family day out, short walks or a life-changing long distance
walk.
www.nationaltrail.co.uk
New for 2017 Farnham will be inviting everyone,
of all ages and fitness levels, including wheelchair
users, to discover historic Farnham and the
beautiful surrounding area through a range of
free walks. Leading into the Spring Festival in
Gostrey Meadow.
24 www.farnham.gov.uk

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