Things to Do Near Farnborough

Ascot

12.1 miles • 25 minutes by car

For horse racing lovers, a short drive takes you to the most famous racecourse in the world. Enjoy a day at the races followed by private, luxury accommodation close by.

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Kempton Park

20.6 miles • 35 minutes by car

Kempton Park and Sandown Park racecourses are both a short drive away, around 35-40 minutes on a good day.

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Wimbledon

35.7 miles • around 1 hour by car

For tennis lovers, a trip to the most famous tennis championship in the world. Enjoy a day at Wimbledon followed by luxury accommodation less than an hour away.

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RHS Wisley

20.2 miles • 30 minutes by car

For the avid gardener, RHS Wisley is the flagship garden of the Royal Horticultural Society, around 30 minutes away by car.

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West End, London

10 minute walk to the station • 34 minutes by train to Waterloo

Perfect for a day trip to the big city without paying London prices for accommodation. You'd be hard pressed to find such private, extensive accommodation with similarly premium facilities so close to a mainline station.

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The Quays

1.1 miles • 4 minutes by car or a 21 minute walk

A large lake with wakeboarding, water skiing, wake surfing, paddleboarding, ringo rides and open water swimming, all with a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. We recommend the Kingfisher on the Quay gastro pub nearby.

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Winchester

35 miles • 40 minutes by car

The ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great, with a stunning cathedral that has housed King Arthur's Round Table for over 700 years. Winchester College, the oldest continuously running school in the country, has featured in films including Harry Potter and offers tours of its historic buildings.

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Gatwick Aviation Museum

49.1 miles • 56 minutes by car

Hundreds of model aircraft and instrument panels on display, alongside fascinating aviation memorabilia, iconic aircraft and engines from the golden age of British aircraft manufacturing.

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Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

52.4 miles • 1 hour 10 minutes by car

For lovers of boats and ships, the dockyard is home to vessels ranging from ancient to modern navy ships, including HMS Warrior, HMS Alliance, HMS Victory and HMS M.33.

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Thorpe Park

20 miles • 28 minutes by car

Great for adrenaline seekers, with fast, thrilling rides including Hyperia - the UK's tallest and fastest rollercoaster.

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Windsor Castle

18.2 miles • 32 minutes by car

Over 1,000 years of history - the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been home to 40 monarchs.

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Littlehampton

43.5 miles • 1 hour 20 minutes by car

Home to West Beach and East Beach, plus family-friendly attractions such as the Harbour Park amusement park and a good choice of restaurants.

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Swinley Bike Park

10.2 miles • 20 minutes by car

Swinley Forest has mountain bike trails for all abilities, from green beginner routes to red intermediate trails, plus a paid skills area known as The Summit. The Look Out Discovery Centre and a nearby Go Ape course are great for children too.

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Coral Reef

10.2 miles • 20 minutes by car

Great for kids, with a variety of slides and pools making it enjoyable for the whole family.

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Things to Do

Events & Exhibitions

Farnborough Airshow

The British Motor Show

The Creative Craft Show

Home Automation Show

Screwfix Live

Live South

South Coast Summit

Places Worth Visiting

Ascot

Kempton Park

Wimbledon

RHS Wisley

West End, London

The Quays

Winchester

Gatwick Aviation Museum

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Thorpe Park

Windsor Castle

Littlehampton

Swinley Bike Park

Coral Reef

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