English Heritage sites near Farnham Parish
KNOWLTON CHURCH AND EARTHWORKS
6 miles from Farnham Parish
The siting of this ruined medieval church at the centre of a Neolithic ritual henge earthwork symbolises the transition from pagan to Christian worship and creates an atmospheric scene.
OLD WARDOUR CASTLE
7 miles from Farnham Parish
Set in landscaped grounds beside a lake in peaceful Wiltshire countryside, these 14th century ruins provide a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families and budding historians alike.
FIDDLEFORD MANOR
9 miles from Farnham Parish
The principal parts of a small stone manor house, probably begun about 1370 for William Latimer, Sheriff of Somerset and Dorset. The hall and solar chamber display outstandingly fine timber roofs.
OLD SARUM
16 miles from Farnham Parish
Site of the original Salisbury, this mighty Iron Age hill fort was where the first cathedral once stood and the Romans, Normans and Saxons have all left their mark during 5000 years of history.
SHERBORNE OLD CASTLE
19 miles from Farnham Parish
Built on a grand scale in the 12th century by the Bishop of Salisbury, Sherborne was coveted by churchmen and noblemen alike giving it a long, chequered history. Picnic, shop, light refreshments.
CHRISTCHURCH CASTLE AND NORMAN HOUSE
19 miles from Farnham Parish
The castle remains include parts of the keep and the 12th century riverside chamber block or Norman House, a very early example of domestic architecture including a rare Norman chimney.
Churches in Farnham Parish
Farnham: St Laurence
Farnham
Blandford Forum
01725 516311
http://www.chasebeneficedorset.org.uk/
The church is situated within a short walk of the Museum Inn and is normally open from 9am until 5pm. The church path is opposite the old Wellhouse. For all details of our and other services in the Chase Benefice please visit our benefice website http://www.chasebeneficedorset.org.uk/