Welcome to Farnham Castle and Bishop’s Palace
For more than 900 years Farnham Castle was one of the more important residences of the Bishops of Winchester, many of whom were amongst the most prominent men in the kingdom. In the Great Hall, or the Bishop's Camera eminent personages discussed great events, plotted schemed and prayed. It has played host to monarchs from the early Middle Ages onwards who appreciated its location and access to hundreds of square miles of hunting.
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There are tours of the Bishop's Palace almost every Wednesday afternoon 2-4pm. Click here to check Palace Tour dates or see below.
Tours are free to under 18s, students and HHA members. Others £5 each
The Castle Keep is currently closed awaiting masonry repairs. Please check back for further news.
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If you have any questions about a potential visit, contact us on farnhamcastle1138@gmail.com
If you have been to visit Farnham Castle recently, we'd love to receive your feedback.
PALACE TOUR DATES
How to get here
Direct trains to Farnham from Waterloo, approximately every 30 minutes. Farnham station is just 1 mile away.
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CASTLE STREET
FARNHAM
SURREY
GU9 0AG
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Limited parking is available for 'blue badge' holders.
Farnham Castle Charity Trust Mission/Constitution
To preserve and maintain Farnham Castle’s buildings, fabric and environment, ensuring all groundworks, repairs or restorations are effectively conducted, safeguarding an ancient monument, buildings, and entire site for future generations. The charity works to guarantee public access, increase awareness, interest and historical knowledge of a site of major historic and architectural importance.
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Farnham Castle is managed by the Farnham Castle Charity (charity registration 313648, limited company by guarantee 00596938) on behalf of the Church Commissioners for England
