See Aldershot and Farnborough in a whole new light this September with interactive, animated talks.
A Glorious Name: How the roads, barracks and buildings of military Aldershot got their names
Saturday 7 September, Aldershot
Great battles, historical events and military personalities are all commemorated by the names of Aldershot Military Town's roads, barracks and buildings. Some names are still well-known today, while others have been largely forgotten over the years. There are puzzles as well, for example why does Hospital Hill not lead to the hospital? and why is Redvers Buller Road nowhere near Buller Barracks?
Local historian Paul Vickers tells the stories of how the names were chosen, the different patterns and systems applied during various periods of the building and re-building of the camp, and how even the names being used in current re-development sites reflect the proud and unique military heritage of Aldershot.
Further information: For times, costs tickets and more information, visit the Aldershot Military Museum website or Heritage Open Days website.
Organiser: Friends of Aldershot Military Museum
Marching to War: Deployments from Aldershot from the Zulu War to Afghanistan
Saturday 7 September, Aldershot
An illustrated talk which tells how soldiers from Aldershot garrison were sent to fight in almost every major conflict from Victorian times to the modern era.
Aldershot garrison was established during the Crimean War and quickly became the largest permanent army camp in Britain. From Aldershot troops deployed to wars across the British Empire during the later nineteenth century, to the Boer War, both World Wars, and to many conflicts since 1945.
Local historian Paul Vickers tells the stories of some of these departures from the camp, and some of the veterans’ returns, reflecting the major role played by Aldershot garrison in these wars and its importance to national defence.
Further information: For times, costs tickets and more information, visit the Aldershot Military Museum website or Heritage Open Days website.
Organiser: Friends of Aldershot Military Museum
FULLY BOOKED - Farnborough in wartime 
Thursday 12 September, Farnborough
Despite its proximity to the army in Aldershot and the experimental work being carried out at what was formerly the Royal Aircraft Establishment, wartime in Farnborough and North Camp received relatively little bombing compared to other parts of the country.
Join local historian Jo Gosney for an illustrated talk and learn more about how wartime restrictions impacted on local inhabitants. North Camp has a colourful history and Jo’s talk on this subject will cover its origins to the present day.
Time: 7pm to 8pm
Location: The Village Hotel Farnborough
Cost: Free
Tickets: Fully booked
Organiser: Rushmoor Borough Council
About these events
Many activities are free and some require advance booking. The programme of activities will grow over the next few weeks. Please check back here regularly for more events.
Many of these events are not organised by ourselves, so please check each individual organiser's website for more information.
To see the full list of events, please visit our main Rushmoor Heritage Festival page.
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