Rushmoor
Properties and events in Rushmoor
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A Legacy of Army Fitness - Open Day at RAPTC Museum
Step inside the gates of military history at the Royal Army Physical Training Corps Museum, founded in 1953 and located “behind the wire” at the Army School of Physical Training in Aldershot.
At Home with Miss Daniell – a guided walk
Discover the remarkable lives of Mrs and Miss Daniell founders of the Soldiers’ Home in Aldershot.
Behind the Curtain - Princes Hall Backstage Tours
Explore the magic behind the curtain during Rushmoor's Heritage Festival! Discover the stories behind the stage and explore a venue that has entertained generations of Aldershot audiences.
Brimstone Bat Walk at Wellesley Woodlands
Join an evening guided walk around Chalk Farm Lake and discover the fascinating world of bats. Set within Wellesley Woodlands, a former military training area, this event offers a chance to learn about some of the area's remarkable nocturnal wildlife
Edgar Jerome’s Museum - A Hidden Gem of Aldershot
Step above the shop floor and into Aldershot’s past at Edgar Jerome’s small museum - a fascinating collection tucked away above one of the town’s longest-running businesses of 102 years.
Faith, Flight and Remembrance - St Mark's Memorial Chapel Open Days
Explore a unique space of remembrance, artistry, and local legacy. The Memorial Chapel, dedicated to the Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force, was created by returning WWI servicemen to honour fallen comrades.
Farnborough Hill
Come and enjoy a self guided tour of the former home of Empress Eugénie, the last Empress of France.
Footsteps Through Old Farnborough - A Guided Walking Tour with Mike Johnson
Join local resident and heritage enthusiast Mike Johnson for a guided walking tour through Farnborough Street village - the historic heart of old Farnborough.
Former Royal Aircraft Establishment 24 foot Wind Tunnel Building Q121
Saved for the Nation in 1993 when the Ministry of Defence set out to demolish and sell the former RAE Site, the wind tunnel buildings are now listed and during Heritage Open Days we are able to visit the 24-foot tunnel in Building Q121.
Hidden Heritage Habitats - Rowhill Nature Reserve Field Centre Open Days
Step into one of Aldershot’s best-kept natural treasures - Rowhill Nature Reserve. Covering 55 acres on the Aldershot-Farnham border, this beautiful reserve is home to ancient woodland, heathland, ponds, streams and the source of the River Blackwater
Military Monuments and Memorials of Aldershot – A Talk by Paul Vickers
Aldershot is home to a remarkable collection of military monuments and memorials, each with its own story to tell. Join this fascinating talk and uncover the histories behind some of the town's best-known landmarks, as well as a few hidden gems.
Preserving the Past - Rushmoor Repair Café
Discover the satisfaction of giving broken items a second chance at the Rushmoor Repair Café. Bring along household items, clothing, toys or small electricals and work alongside skilled volunteers to see whether they can be repaired.
Rooted Together - Celebrating 10 Years of Hawley Community Garden
Join Hawley Community Garden for a special celebration marking ten years of growing community, wellbeing and nature.
Rushmoor Eco Festival
Rushmoor Eco Festival is a vibrant celebration of sustainability, community and natural history. This free, family-friendly event invites you to explore how we can all contribute to tackling climate change and protecting our local history.
The Medieval Lathe
Discover how medieval craftsmen created essential everyday utensils such as cups, bowls and plates out of wood in the days before industrial production, and see the techniques demonstrated on a faithful reproduction of a medieval lathe.
The social history of North Camp
A talk by local historian Jo Gosney on the community of North Camp, South Farnborough, looking at the growth of the community, the businesses and lives of the local people.
Tour of Aldershot Military Cemetery
Discover the remarkable lives of some of the people laid to rest in the Aldershot Military Cemetery. Among the graves are three holders of the Victoria Cross, two defenders of Rorke’s drift, pioneer aviators, and many others with fascinating stories.