Overview
Farnham is an ancient medieval market town in Surrey with an intact Norman castle and keep that was built for the Bishop of Winchester as a halfway point between Winchester and London. The town features Georgian streets and historic buildings, and sits on the edge of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Budget accommodation starts around £45 for a single at Hotel Daniele. Mid-range options include Mercure Bush Farnham (doubles from £72) and Farnham House Hotel (from £60).
Activities
Many attractions are free including Farnham Museum, Gostrey Meadow, and Waverley Abbey. Farnham Maltings offers regular arts events. Markets run weekly.
Connectivity
UK mobile networks provide good coverage. Standard British three-pin power plugs (Type G) are used.
Food
Budget eats at The Gorge do all-day breakfasts. Mid-range options include Italian restaurants (Caffe Piccolo, Pizza Express, Zizzi) and Indian (The Darjeeling). Expect to pay £8-15 for main courses.
Transport
Farnham railway station connects to London Waterloo (55 min), Guildford, and surrounding Surrey. The town is walkable with taxis available (VGT Taxis 06:00-00:00).