Rushmoor Borough Council set to launch new Youth Hub
Updated on: 19/08/2026
A new Youth Hub will open in Farnborough this autumn to help local young people access work, education and training opportunities.
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Aldershot’s amazing day of play and games
Updated on: 12/08/2026
Playfest, Aldershot’s action-packed day of fun, hands-on play and games for all ages is back on Saturday 29 August.
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Council reports strong progress in first quarter performance update
We are making strong progress against our 2026/27 Delivery Plan, with 18 of 23 priorities on track at the end of quarter one.
Updated on: 05/08/2026
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Rushmoor approves funding support for new community 3G pitch at Wavell School
Rushmoor Borough Council has approved a contribution of up to £150,000 towards a proposed new third generation artificial grass pitch at Wavell School in Farnborough.
Updated on: 19/08/2026
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Alpine Snowsports Aldershot celebrates fifth consecutive Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award
Alpine Snowsports Aldershot has been recognised with Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Award for the fifth consecutive year.
Updated on: 04/08/2026
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Sisters earn place on prestigious talent scheme fronted by Olympians and Paralympians
Sisters Maria (15) and Helena Smolinska (13), from Aldershot, have secured places on Everyone Active's Sporting Champions scheme for 2026/27.
Updated on: 29/07/2026
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Aldershot and Farnborough Growth Partnership launches next phase at Farnborough International Airshow
A new collaborative initiative to boost economic growth, skills development and investment, forged ahead at Farnborough International Airshow this week with the launch of a new investment prospectus and website.
Updated on: 28/07/2026
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Rushmoor Borough Council recognised with Gold Award for its exceptional and long-term support for the Armed Forces community
Rushmoor Borough Council is delighted to have been awarded the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award, which recognises employers demonstrating sustained support for the Armed Forces community.
Updated on: 23/07/2026
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Cabinet agrees £400,000 improvement programme for local playgrounds
Five playgrounds in Farnborough and Aldershot are set to be refurbished or renewed over the next two years after Rushmoor Borough Council’s Cabinet agreed a £400,000 investment programme.
Updated on: 03/07/2026
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Severe Weather Emergency Protocol
Due to the current extreme heat, we have activated our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol to help protect vulnerable individuals from harm - especially those experiencing rough sleeping.
Updated on: 23/06/2026
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Wellington ward by-election
A by-election has been called for Thursday 16 July for the Wellington ward in Aldershot following the resignation of one of our councillors.
Updated on: 16/06/2026
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Student writes special piece of music to mark Armed Forces Day National Event
A 16-year-old student from Aldershot has marked the Armed Forces Day National Event in a very special way.
Updated on: 15/06/2026
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Rock star and Armed Forces veteran takes time out of world tour to be at Armed Forces Day National Event
Rock icon Bruce Dickinson, the lead singer of heavy metal group Iron Maiden, is using downtime from his band’s world tour to attend Armed Forces Day National Event in Aldershot and Farnborough on June 27.
Updated on: 10/06/2026
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Former RAF pilot becomes 53rd Mayor of Rushmoor
Councillor Peter Cullum has been appointed as the Mayor of Rushmoor for 2026/27, with Councillor Jib Bebase as his deputy.
Updated on: 01/06/2026
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Poppy of Honour memorial coming to Armed Forces Day National Event in Aldershot and Farnborough
One of the many poignant exhibits that will be displayed during Armed Forces Day National Event weekend in Aldershot and Farnborough on 27 and 28 June will be a large poppy-shaped memorial, called the Poppy of Honour.
Updated on: 01/06/2026
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Flypasts, parades and military bands to bring spectacular Armed Forces Day celebrations to Aldershot and Farnborough
A spectacular series of flypasts, parachute displays and military parades will bring the pride and pageantry of the annual Armed Forces Day national event to Aldershot and Farnborough on 27 June 2026.
Updated on: 27/05/2026
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Aspire Defence Services Limited announced as Platinum Sponsor for Armed Forces Day National Event 2026
Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL), a KBR company, is proud to announce its support for the Armed Forces Day National Event 2026 as a Platinum Sponsor, reinforcing its longstanding commitment to the Armed Forces and the Rushmoor community.
Updated on: 26/05/2026
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Victoria Day is back for free family fun!
Victoria Day will be back on Saturday 6 June for a day of free family fun in Aldershot town centre.
Updated on: 21/05/2026
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Community fun day at Aldershot Lido
This Saturday, 23 May, Aldershot Lido is hosting a community fun day, with a special £5 ticket offer.
Updated on: 26/05/2026
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SSAFA named as official charity partner for Armed Forces Day National Event 2026
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been selected as the official charity partner for this year’s Armed Forces Day National Event 2026 by Rushmoor Borough Council.
Updated on: 26/05/2026
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Warning to food businesses
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.
Updated on: 15/05/2026
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Get ready for summer opening at Aldershot Lido
Aldershot Lido, is set to reopen this month for the summer season.
Updated on: 14/05/2026
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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: 26/05/2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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