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Rushmoor Heritage Festival


See Rushmoor in a whole new light this September during the Rushmoor Heritage Festival, the local area’s largest celebration of history and culture. From 12 to 21 September, over 25 events will be celebrating Aldershot and Farnborough’s unique aviation history.

There is so much to discover throughout the local area!

• Join a guided tour of Farnborough’s wind tunnels

• Sit in a human centrifuge

• Head to the Aldershot Military Museum to attempt their WWII assault course

• Watch a wacky street theatre show

• Play a D-Day themed outdoor escape game

• Take an immersive music history walk

• Learn about Aldershot’s military heritage in expert talks

• Discover the story of Marianne Young in a new promenade play

• Plus lots more!

Don’t miss this chance to discover hidden places and try out new experiences, many of which are free to explore.

For more information visit www.rushmoor.gov.uk/heritagefestival.

This festival is part-funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Activities and venues are subject to change.

Timings & Tours 

Friday 12 September

Saturday 13 September

Sunday 14 September

Monday 15 September

Tuesday 16 September

Wednesday 17 September

Thursday 18 September

Friday 19 September

Saturday 20 September

Sunday 21 September

Location & directions 

Directions: The programme of events will take place at various venues through Aldershot, Farnborough and North Camp. Please check the Council's website for full details over the next few months. www.rushmoor.gov.uk/heritagefestival.

Accessibility Details

Please contact the event's organiser directly for further details.

Additional Information

Rushmoor Heritage Festival is a programme of individual events, organised by local historians, organisations, historical venues and volunteers. Please visit www.rushmoor.gov.uk/heritagefestival for the full programme and the contact / booking details for each event.

Booking information 

Pre-booking requirement: Pre-booking preferred.

Earlier Event: September 12
An Estate Through Time
Later Event: September 12
Self Guided Tour of the Church of St Faith