Escape to Farnham for the Weekend and breathe in the country air. The scenic heathland and woods that surround Farnham have long been a popular destination for those that enjoy the great outdoors with a wealth of walking and cycling opportunities.

Although so near to London, you'll feel a million miles away in the surprising oasis of quiet rural charm.

Arrive in Farnham on Friday afternoon, check into your accommodation.

Between March and September, visit Farnham Castle Keep and explore the mighty shell of the castle. 

After exploring the Keep, if visiting on a Wednesday, you can enjoy a guided tour of the Bishop's Palace at 2.30pm. This is also repeated on a Friday during the months of June, July and August. The Castle is the former home of the Bishop of Winchester and is now home to the International Briefing and Conference Centre.

After visiting the Castle, visit nearby Farnham Park, where the Bishop of Winchester used to keep his deer. Today, the park is a haven for wildlife and you can marvel at the views of the town.

Enjoy supper in one of the towns many restaurants.

Visit the countryside surrounding Farnham and enjoy one of the three Surrey Hills circular walks starting from Frensham Great Pond. The trails can be collected from the information centre at the Great Pond or it is available to download from the Surrey Hills website.

Enjoy a light lunch in either one of the pubs nearby or in the cafe at the Rural Life Centre.

The Rural Life Centre is the biggest country life collection in the south of England. Over ten acres of fields, woodlands and barns tell the story of farming over the past one and a half centuries as well as every aspect of village and rural life. For information on opening times, visit the Rural Life Centre's website.

Head back into Farnham for the evening and enjoy a relaxing evening meal.

After breakfast, take a visit to Alice Holt Forest and marvel at the park, famous for its oak trees. Explore this ancient woodland either on foot using a way marked trail or hire a bike.

Before departing Farnham, enjoy Sunday lunch in one of the local pubs.