Family fun...
Farnham is a great stop for a family day out. With a whole host of family friendly attractions to enjoy all
year round.
Birdworld
Farnham Park
The 26 acre park is home to hundreds of unusual birds, a fabulous farm
Great for letting off some steam with two great play areas, as well as
and an aquarium. With a busy schedule of daily events including two
being an area of historic landscape value, a grade II historic park and
flying shows.
garden and a local nature reserve, Farnham Park has been granted the
prestigious Green Flag Award for three years running, all just off Castle
Alice Holt Forest
Street.
Come for a great day out in the woods! You can walk, cycle, play or
have a picnic in these lovely woods. Experience life in the trees with
The Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line
Go Ape, take a relaxing break in the café or enjoy a quiet stroll in one
Experience the golden age of steam. Special events include meeting
of the more remote parts of the forest. Trails for children include the
Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends.
Gruffalo spotters trail.
Frensham Ponds
For rainy days ­ Local garden centres such as
Squire's in Badshot Lea, Forest Lodge, Country Market
Frensham Little and Great ponds provide a wonderful local location to
and Frensham Garden Centre cater for kids with
discover. A perfect place to run, walk dogs, build sandcastles, sail and
even paddle in the summer months. Both have cafe facilities.
animals to view, play areas and great coffee.
The Sculpture Park
The natural contours of the rolling Surrey Hills have provided the perfect
haven for the display of over 600 sculptures, with over two miles of
paths meandering through mixed heathland and woodland in a natural
valley enhanced by three lakes fed by two natural springs.
Farnham Castle Keep
The impressive motte and shell keep of Farnham Castle was founded
in 1138 by Bishop Henry of Blois is managed by Farnham Castle in
partnership with English Heritage and is free of charge to visit.
The Museum of Farnham
The free museum is perfect for a visit any time of year. With its
changing exhibitions, there are lots of activities for children of all ages,
and a safe enclosed garden for children to explore.
The Rural Life Centre
A museum of past village life is set in over ten acres of garden and
woodland and holds numerous events throughout the year from Donkey
days out to Weyfest and Kids Activity Thursdays during the school
holidays.
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