Events in Farnham

Farnham Carnival - Myths and Legends

Farnham Carnival has been a feature of the town's summer scene for several decades. Organised now by two Farnham "Service" Clubs, The Lions and The Hedgehogs, the objective remains to provide an event in which the community can participate and which they can enjoy. Any money made, over and above expenses, has been welcomed and used wisely for local charitable causes, but this has never been the driving force. Above all, we have encouraged the youth of the town to take a leading part in the festivities.

Carnival procession - 6pm from the Hart Car Park

The Procession assembles in the Upper Hart Car Park from about 4pm. Judging takes place between 4.45pm and 6 pm. Following this, the procession commences on its route through Farnham, progressing down The Hart and West Street towards the Borough, around Woolmead, down South Street, along Union Road, up Downing Street then back along West Street to the Upper Hart Car Park. This usually takes about an hour or so, depending on the number of floats.

Castle Street Fayre - 2pm to 9pm

On Carnival Day the street is usually closed to traffic from Noon until Midnight. From quite early morning until 2 p.m. the organisers can be seen frantically setting up the infrastructure for the Fayre, running power cables, marking out stall positions, erecting the Entertainment area and, from Noon, trying to clear the street of parked cars. This last activity is critical since the parking spaces are allocated to stalls, etc. Stalls, Toilets, Barriers, Tables and Chairs have to be delivered into the street at the earliest practical opportunity and erected once the traffic flow has ceased. Stallholders are permitted to commence laying out their wares after 1 p.m.

Live entertainment and music. Side stalls, bar and food.

For further information, please go to: www.farnhamcarnival.org.uk

Rehearsals are once a fortnight at The Barn, located next to Woolworths in Farnham High Street at 19.30-21.00. Please contact me for exact rehearsal dates.

We sing contemporary songs for fun, and it's a great way of meeting new people in the area. You don't need to be able to read music, but it always comes in handy! Any suggestions for repetoire welcome.

We're always on the look out for more people, so if you know of anyone who will be interested, then please contact me by email: farnhamnewmusic@hotmail.com

What are you waiting for?!

Dates:
March 9th and 23rd
April 13th and 25th
May 11th and 25th
June 8th and 22nd

The Farnham Farmers’ market

Takes place on the fourth Sunday of every month in the Central Car Park, Victoria Road, off Union Road from 10am to 1:30pm

Over 50 local producers come together to sell products and produce that they have baked, reared and produced themselves.

At the market you can expect to find a range of products from

fresh and frozen meats, poultry, oven ready game, fish and pies, eggs, honey products, preserves and cheeses, homemade speciality breads, fresh cakes, seasonal fruit and vegetables, plants, barbecue, wood products and much more...

Dates for 2009: (22 February, 22 March, 26 April, 24 May, 28 June, 26 July, 23 August, 27 September, 25 October, 22 November, 13 December)

Boogaloo Promotions hold regular Blues & Boogie gigs in the Cellar Bar at Farnham Maltings. The Maltings is a historic building with a great atmosphere. There's plenty of parking as well as a train station close by, which helps if you like to have a drink! The Maltings is also easy to find.

CELLAR BAR BLUES
Farnham Maltings, Bridge Square,
Farnham, Surrey, GU9 7QR
Telephone: 01252 726234

The Maltings Market inside the Great Hall. The Farnham Maltings monthly market is a lively bazaar with over 200 stalls, selling a variety of crafts, antiques, jewellery, plants and fresh produce.

Enjoy the hustle and bustle on the first Saturday of every month from 9.30am to 4pm.

For more information go to the Farnham Maltings website.

There is a comedy night the 1st Monday of every month at The Mulberry.

Address: Station Hill, Farnham, GU9 8AD

Telephone: 01252 726673

For more information, please go to: www.mirthcontrol.org.uk/clubs

The Plough, on West Street is starting a QUIZ for businesses – we think this is a great way to socialise after work, exercise your grey matter and to meet other likeminded business folks in your town. We are a traditional, local pub serving great ales from Shepherd Neame in Kent and honest homemade food. We pride ourselves on welcoming all ages to enjoy a friendly, hospitable atmosphere.

To that end we are starting a business to business quiz, to be held after work on the first Thursday of each month. Is your office team the best at Trivia in Farnham??? There is only one way to find out! Maximum 6 per team (you can enter as many teams as you like though) at a charge of £1.50 per head. Entry money will be divided out in first and second prizes and there will be a special bumper round with a mystery prize!

Interested? We hope so! Please forward to anyone in your office that may like to take part, and register your interest in entering a team by emailing me, alixelvin@gmail.com. The first quiz will start Thursday 5th February 2009 – 6.30pm!

Let's get local businesses talking, but in a fun & social way!!

Country Market Car Boot Sales

Every Sunday, Wednesday & Bank Holiday Monday

Entrance from 7:30am (Sunday & Monday)

Entrance from 9:00am (Wednesday)

Entrance times are the same for both buyers & sellers. Car boot finishes around midday.

Free admission for buyers!

Country Market
Malthouse & Osborne Farms
Kingsley
Bordon
Hants
GU35 9LW

Enquiries: 01420 472 486

Country Market Food & Farming Trails

Self Guided Walks

There are two walks you can follow. Both walks are easy to walk with no stiles, howeve they may be a bit muddy during the winter.
You can increase the number of steps you walk by venturing further into Alice Holt Forest, the Forestry Commission woods, and exploring the network of paths available to you. The Explorer Map 133 Haslemere and Petersfield and Explorer 144 Basingstoke will help you find your way.

After the walk, you can relax in the coffee shop/restaurantor enjoy the fine range of quality Hampshire produce on offer in the Country Market shop.

Please go into Country Market and pick up a leaflet!

Country Market
Malthouse & Osborne Farms
Kingsley
Bordon
Hants
GU35 9LW

Phone: 01420 472486
Fax: 01420 487736
PY0 Information Line 01420 477582

Website address: www.countrymarket.co.uk

This evening gives you the opportunity to enjoy the park surroundings at a more peaceful time, then whilst you sit back with a glass of wine, our guests the Great Bustard Group, will provide you with an informative talk about the reintroduction of this endangered species that were formerly very much part of British wildlife before they were finally hunted out of existence in Britain by the 1840’s.

Children are welcome to attend but must be supervised, as there will be no organised children’s activities for this evening.

Members - FREE
Non Members - £5.00

Tickets must be booked in advance, simply call 01420 22140 to book your place.


Teddy Bears’ Picnic Fun Day (2009)
Wednesday 29th July 11.30am-4.00pm (Usual park entry ticket prices apply)

Today’s the day for all teddy bears to bring along their owners to have a great time picnicking in the Park! ! Bring your own bear and join in with our Grand Teddy Bears’ Parade and you could win a very special prize.

Silly clowns, magical shows, races, games and dancing fun will fill the day for your little ones. Amusement Rides FREE (weather permitting).

PLUS: Face Painting, Horse & Cart Rides, Bouncy Castle and more,
(weather permitting). Separate charges apply.


Bug Day (2009)
Wednesday 20th August 11.00am-4.00pm (Usual park entry ticket prices apply)

Today you will have the chance to get up close and personal with some of our more creepy-crawly residents. If a slithering snake is not for you, then come along and have fun at our Punch and Judy shows or join in with the craft activities.

PLUS: Face Painting, Bouncy Castle and more, (weather permitting). Separate charges apply.


Princesses and Knights Fun Day (2009)
Wednesday 26th August 11.30am-4.00pm (Usual park entry ticket prices apply)

Calling all Maidens and Heroes!

Join Birdworld and go back in time, of Castles, Kings and Queens.
Come in fancy dress for our competition on unique attire. The King may award you with prizes from his very special loot.

Silly clowns, magical shows, races, games and dancing fun will fill the day for your little ones. Amusement Rides FREE (weather permitting).

PLUS: Face Painting, Horse & Cart Rides, Bouncy Castle and more,
(weather permitting). Separate charges apply.


MAD ACADEMY MUSIC & DANCE FREE TASTER SESSION (2009)
Saturday 29th August 11.45am (Usual park entry ticket prices apply)
Spaces are limited so please arrive early. Please note this activity is undercover but outside. Class commencing at 11.45am and is suitable for children who can walk up to and including 4 year olds.
Birdworld is hosting a very special opportunity for you to bring your little ones to join in a free music and dance session
*Songs & Singing
* Instruments to play and explore
*Games & Activities
For more information about Mad Academy
visit the website at:
www.madacademy.com

Halloween Activity Week (2009)
Monday 26th- Friday 30th October 11.00am-4.00pm (Usual park entry ticket prices apply)

Want to ‘magic’ up a little something for the spooky season, visit our grotto and see strange happenings in the Heron Theatre. Plus test yourself in our Halloween Quiz? Come and join in the scary fun, and put yourself in the mood for haunting!

PLUS: Face Painting (weather permitting). Separate charges apply.


Birdworld’s Halloween Fright Night (2009)
Friday 30th October 6.30pm–9.00pm

Is there anybody there? Calling all those who prefer to come out at night for some fun and frights! Enter our popular fancy dress competition to win some great prizes.

Come and mingle with some rather strange, wondrous creatures, least not our staff, who will ensure you are exposed to a weird mixture of spooky activities, the grotto by night, a spooky tour, not to mention a bite to eat! See what the night holds for YOU…..!

Booking is required, please call 01420 22140 to advise if you will be joining us for this event.

PLUS: Face Painting (weather permitting). Separate charges apply.


Birdworld’s Winter Wonderland and visits to Santa (2009)
Throughout December -Watch out for this year’s booking dates!

To begin the experience you will meet some of our friendly farm animals before you enter a magical world full of animated characters in a variety of winter wonderland settings.

As you walk through the different scenes, you can enjoy friendly banter with the impish elves before your children meet Santa to receive their very own presents.

For those of you are too old for a present, a complimentary mince pie and hot fruit punch awaits!

This visit a must for all those who love Christmas in its true magical spirit. Booking is required, please call 01420 22140.


For any further details you require, please go to the website: Birdworld