Aldershot and Farnborough heritage trails

Aldershot heritage trails

The heritage trails tell the story of Aldershot from a small village in 1850, and how it became the home of the British army, to its current status. The six trails tell stories of people, places, events and buildings throughout the town.

At the beginning of each trail there is a tall totem. The trails are different lengths, and you can learn about the history along the way by reading the signage, using our digital app, through a physical booklet or our website.

The six trails are:

• Marlborough trail
• Stanhope trail
• Wellington trail
• Redan trail
• Town trail
• Village trail

How to use the Aldershot heritage trails app

You can use the app as you walk along the trails. As you arrive at a point of interest, audio stories, images and facts will pop up.

Along the town trail you can see historic views of Aldershot, through augmented reality, and take a souvenir selfie against an historic backdrop.

Simply download app from the App Store or Google Play. 

You can also follow the trail on the Aldershot Heritage Trails website.

A booklet with maps of the trails and a list of the points of interest is also available from the Princes Hall, the library, Alpine Snowsports Centre and the Military Museum in Aldershot, and the council offices in Farnborough.

This project has been developed by Rushmoor Borough Council, Grainger Plc, the Aldershot Garrison and the Friends of Aldershot Military Museum.

Farnborough heritage trails

The Farnborough heritage trails will help you trace the history of the town. Each trail features buildings of interest, illustrated by historic and modern images with accompanying text to add to the enjoyment of the journey.

The history of the town spans more than a millennium and has grown from a tiny hamlet with a population of 13 recorded in the Domesday Book, to over 65,000 in the 2021 census.

The Farnborough Street trail outlines the history of the original village. Along the way there is  evidence of the early pottery industry, the arrival of the railway, the first recorded school, and a brewery connection.

To discover more about Farnborough's aviation heritage, take the Aviation trail which will show the progression from the earliest recorded flight in this country, through the development of world-famous research facilities, and noting some prominent contributors on the way.

The North Camp trail charts the effects that the army camp had on the civilian population which had established itself in the 19th century in the southern part of Farnborough.   

The St Peter’s trail starts with a look at St Peter’s Parish church, the oldest building in Farnborough. It then takes you on a route through the development of the surrounding area including Farnborough College of Technology.

Finally, the Cove Village trail explores the development of the village and uncovers several historic buildings which still remain.

How to use the Farnborough heritage trails app

You can use the app as you walk along the trails. As you arrive at a point of interest, audio stories, images and facts will pop up.

Simply download app from the App Store or Google Play.