Camping in Farnham

Farnham sits on the western edge of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, where heathland, pine woods and the gentle valley of the River Wey give campers a genuinely varied stretch of countryside to explore, from the wooded slopes around Crooksbury Hill to the open commons closer to the Hampshire border. As in the rest of England, wild camping without the landowner's permission is not legal here, so a proper campsite or a permission-based pitch is the way to enjoy a night under Surrey's skies, and the area around Farnham has a reasonable spread of small, well-run sites within a short drive of the town.

The terrain rewards a tent-based stay: footpaths and bridleways head out towards Waverley Abbey and the North Downs Way from many pitches, and the sandy heathland soils common to this part of Surrey mean campsites tend to drain well even after wet weather, unlike heavier clay ground found elsewhere in the county. Spring through early autumn is the most reliable camping season, with long evenings for walking or cycling the Surrey Hills lanes, though the sheltered woodland around Farnham can also make a mild autumn weekend surprisingly pleasant for a short break.

For those who prefer a roof over their heads without losing the outdoor feel, glamping options in the Farnham area range from shepherd's huts and safari-style tents to simple wooden pods, often on working farms or smallholdings within the Surrey Hills. These sit well alongside the area's craft and countryside character, giving visitors a comfortable base from which to explore the castle, Waverley Abbey and the wooded hills without needing full camping kit. Whichever style of pitch you choose, the proximity to both the A31 and the rail line into Farnham makes it easy to combine a countryside stay with visits into the historic town centre.