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Civilian war death grave restored
A grave in West Street cemetery has been restored to a pristine condition thanks to the efforts of local stonemasons, Stonecrest. The grave is significant as it is the final resting place of Arthur Charles Porter who was Farnham's only civilian de...
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Work starts to improve Wrecclesham Community Centre
Work has started on the project that will see Wrecclesham Community Centre in Greenfield Road receive a £150,000 facelift. Successful applications for funding by Farnham Town Council and the Wrecclesham Community Centre trustees have made it poss...
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A fitting tribute
A small party of George Sturt enthusiasts gathered recently at Green Lane cemetery to pay tribute to the restoration of the graves of George Sturt and his sisters Susan and Mary. Over the years, Farnham craft town has been home to many creative pe...
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Farnham to represent the south east in Britain in Bloom
Golden Year for Farnham in the RHS Britain in Bloom 2014 Finals Farnham to represent the south east in Britain in Bloom in the 50th Bloom finals Farnham has been selected from more than 1,000 entrants to take part in the Royal Horticultural Soc...
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Farnham sets council tax precept
Services provided by Farnham Town Council will continue to offer excellent value for money as members of the council voted to increase the town council's element of the 2014/15 council tax by less than two pence per week for an average band D propert...
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Grants for art based activities
The South Street Trust is inviting applications from Farnham organisations who wish to apply for a grant for an art-based educational activity. The South Street Trust was set up following the sale of the Farnham School of Science and Art in 1986/8...
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Farnham deals promptly with storm damage
Farnham’s cemeteries have received a battering during the winter storms. Three Scots’ pines in Hale cemetery came down just before Christmas and between Christmas and New Year, a large conifer was uprooted in Badshot Lea cemetery. Councillo...
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Photos wanted for town guide
Cameras and gadgets with built in cameras were popular presents this Christmas. Farnham Town Council wants to capture the enthusiasm for photography by inviting residents to enter their pictures into the competition to find the best images for Farnha...
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Special offer breakfast at the Farmers' Market
The first Farmers' Market of 2014 will take place on Sunday 26 January. The market coincides with Farmhouse Breakfast Week which champions the importance of making time for a healthy breakfast. The campaign demonstrates the wealth of wonderful bre...
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Nominations open for Services to Farnham awards
Farnham Town Council is seeking nominations for the prestigious Services to Farnham Awards. The Awards are kindly sponsored by Sir Ray Tindle of the Tindle News Group and are presented to those who have served the community and people of Farnham. ...
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Plans to control dogs in cemeteries
Farnham Town Council is asking for people's views on the introduction of dog control orders in the council's cemeteries at West Street, Green Lane, Badshot Lea and Hale. If introduced, the orders will make it an offence for those in charge of a do...
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Mayor's new year message
Dear Farnham resident It is that time of year when I find myself spending some time reflecting on 2013 and looking at some of the year’s achievements and events. It has been a good year for Farnham Town Council, and also for me; some of the h...
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