News releases - Rushmoor Borough Council

Warning to food businesses

Updated on: 15/05/2026

We've been made aware that a number of local food businesses have been contacted by people claiming to be from ‘Rushmoor’ and that they need to make an appointment to come and do a food hygiene visit.

Get ready for summer opening at Aldershot Lido

Updated on: 14/05/2026

Aldershot Lido, is set to reopen this month for the summer season.

Book your free tickets for Armed Forces Day National Event weekend in Aldershot and Farnborough!

Tickets are now live for everyone to join the celebrations at Armed Forces Day National Event weekend in Aldershot and Farnborough on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June.

Updated on: 14/05/2026

Rushmoor Borough Council announces second platinum sponsor for Armed Forces Day

With less than two months to go until Aldershot and Farnborough have the proud honour of hosting the Armed Forces Day National Event 2026, Rushmoor Borough Council is thrilled to announce that BAE Systems is supporting the event as a Platinum sponsor.

Updated on: 29/04/2026

Aldershot restaurant owners admit food safety offences

The owners of an Aldershot restaurant have appeared in court charged with four food safety offences found by Rushmoor Borough Council’s Environmental Health Officers during a food hygiene inspection.

Updated on: 27/04/2026

New responsibilities for landlords and tenants from 1 May

The law governing the private housing rented sector is changing, bringing significant reforms that will affect both landlords and tenants.

Updated on: 22/04/2026

Farnborough Airport sponsors Armed Forces Day National Event 2026

Rushmoor Borough Council is delighted to welcome aboard Farnborough Airport as a Silver sponsor of the Armed Forces Day National Event 2026. Farnborough Airport is the birthplace of British aviation. It was here that Samuel Cody took off in his British army aeroplane in 1908 for the UK’s first powered flight.

Updated on: 16/04/2026

New unitary council for northern Hampshire

Aldershot and Farnborough will be served by a new unitary council for northern Hampshire from 2028 as part of the government’s restructure of local government in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Updated on: 26/03/2026

Sponsorship deal puts QinetiQ at the heart of Armed Forces Day National Event

Rushmoor Borough Council is proud to announce that one of the borough’s largest employers has agreed to be the headline sponsor at the Armed Forces Day National Event in June.

Updated on: 30/03/2026

Negotiations continue on the transformation of a vacant town centre site in Farnborough

Negotiations are under way between Rushmoor Borough Council and Affordable Housing Communities Ltd (AHC) to give a new lease of life to vacant land at the north of Farnborough town centre.

Updated on: 24/03/2026

Dedicated community volunteers honoured with Mayor’s Award

Dedicated Aldershot volunteers Caroline and Mick Mills have been honoured with a Mayor’s Award, recognising more than 20 years of outstanding service – particularly their unwavering support for the wider Armed Forces community.

Updated on: 24/03/2026

Building work set to start on new cafe bar in Farnborough town centre

Plans for the arrival of Loungers in Farnborough have taken a step forward after members of Rushmoor Borough Council’s Cabinet agreed to appoint an Aldershot-based contractor for essential works at 16-18 The Meads.

Updated on: 23/03/2026

New what's on calendar

We've launched a new what's one calendar on our website to make it easier for residents to find out what's happening locally.

Updated on: 20/03/2026

Council celebrates 100 days to go until Aldershot and Farnborough host Armed Forces Day National Event

Celebrations kicked off the countdown to Armed Forces Day National Event in Aldershot and Farnborough on 27 and 28 June.

Updated on: 19/03/2026

Green light for new leisure centre in Farnborough town centre

Planning permission for a new leisure centre in Farnborough town centre has been approved, subject to legal agreement, paving the way for work to start on site in early summer.

Updated on: 17/03/2026

Leisure operator and development partner selected for Farnborough leisure centre

Rushmoor Borough Council has selected both the leisure operator and development partner that it will work with to deliver a new leisure centre in Farnborough town centre.

Updated on: 05/03/2026

Invitation to get involved in Armed Forces Day National Event in June

Planning is well under way for the prestigious Armed Forces Day National Event 2026 which will proudly be held in Aldershot and Farnborough over the weekend of 27 and 28 June.

Updated on: 25/02/2026

A high five for great food hygiene in Aldershot and Farnborough

Rushmoor Borough Council is celebrating food businesses in Aldershot and Farnborough that were rated a magnificent ’5’ at the time of their last food hygiene inspection.

Updated on: 18/02/2026

Cabinet members agree budget that delivers for the people of Rushmoor

Members of Rushmoor Borough Council’s Cabinet have reaffirmed their commitment to building strong, resilient communities between now and when Rushmoor’s services transfer to a new unitary authority in 2028.

Updated on: 12/02/2026

Business leaders gather to support jobs and growth drive

Business leaders from across Aldershot and Farnborough met on Friday (6 February) to discuss the formation of a new partnership dedicated to boosting jobs and economic growth in the two towns.

Updated on: 12/02/2026

Community Governance Review update

On Thursday 29 January, a meeting of the Council agreed that there would be no changes to the current community governance arrangements in Rushmoor at this time.

Updated on: 30/01/2026

Confirmation that local elections will go ahead in Rushmoor

We have now received a letter from the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Steve Reed OBE MP, confirming that elections will go ahead as planned in Rushmoor.

Updated on: 26/01/2026

Honorary Alderman Donald Cappleman

It is with deep sadness that we have learnt about the passing of former councillor and Honorary Alderman Donald (Don) Cappleman on 7 January.

Updated on: 23/01/2026

Local government reorganisation and 2026 local elections

We have written to the government confirming that we do not think there is a need to postpone the borough elections taking place in May 2026.

Updated on: 16/01/2026

Caution for Farnborough restaurant for food hygiene contraventions

The owner of The House of Dosai in Victoria Road, Farnborough has accepted a caution from Rushmoor Borough Council for a number of food hygiene contraventions.

Updated on: 15/01/2026

Aldershot Crematorium reopens after a major refurbishment project

Aldershot Crematorium has been officially reopened following a major refurbishment project undertaken by Rushmoor Borough Council over the last year.

Updated on: 07/01/2026

Uber driver given fine and told to pay court costs for plying for work at Aldershot taxi rank

A private hire driver has received a fine and must pay £5000 in costs after plying for hire at a taxi rank in Alexandra Road, Aldershot, on 27 May last year, without the appropriate licence.

Updated on: 17/12/2025

Man fined for breeding dogs without a licence

A resident from the Aldershot area has been fined for breeding dogs without an appropriate licence.

Updated on: 10/12/2025

Council delight at plans for Aldershot and Farnborough to host National Armed Forces Day next summer

Rushmoor Borough Council has welcomed the government’s announcement that Aldershot and Farnborough have been chosen to host the National Armed Forces Day next summer.

Updated on: 20/02/2026

Caution for Aldershot restaurant

The operator of an Aldershot restaurant has been given a caution by Rushmoor Borough Council after he was caught carrying out a number of unlicensed activities, including the sale of alcohol.

Updated on: 27/11/2025

Rushmoor Borough Council is delivering on priority work for residents

The opening of Farnborough town centre's Landing area, a successful summer of events and a crackdown on flytipping were among the highlights of recent projects, councillors from Rushmoor Borough Council heard last night (Tuesday 25 November).

Updated on: 26/11/2025

Council and housing association to strengthen partnership

Rushmoor Borough Council and the area’s biggest housing association, VIVID, have agreed to work closer together to strengthen their partnership.

Updated on: 25/11/2025

Airport owners submit revised plans to amend operations

The owners of Farnborough Airport have submitted new plans to change the way they operate to meet their aim of increased growth.

Updated on: 01/12/2025

Loungers set to open in Farnborough with all day cafe-bar in the heart of the community

Rushmoor Borough Council and Loungers are delighted to announce a new café-bar venture in Farnborough, marking another milestone in Loungers' nationwide expansion and the continuing regeneration of Farnborough’s town centre.

Updated on: 20/11/2025

Mural unveiled at Aldershot Town Football Club

Last week we were thrilled to unveil a new mural celebrating Aldershot Town Football Club’s unforgettable FA Trophy victory outside the EBB stadium with some of the fans who have helped to make it possible.

Updated on: 06/01/2026

Have your say on introducing parish councils and neighbourhood area committees at drop-in events

Rushmoor Borough Council is running a consultation asking residents if they’d like parish councils or neighbourhood areas committees set up – and, if so, what services they should run.

Updated on: 12/11/2025

Christmas is coming to Aldershot and Farnborough

The countdown to Christmas is on and a number of free events organised by Rushmoor Borough Council will be sprinkling festive magic over Aldershot and Farnborough throughout November and December.

Updated on: 22/12/2025

Armed Forces Day National Event 2026