Farnham Walk: Town Centre【4K】

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  • Опубліковано 10 лип 2024
  • Located at the western edge of Surrey, around 35 miles southwest of London, is the town of Farnham.
    Recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as 'Ferneham', it was granted a town charter in 1249. Lying on the River Wey, the town is overlooked by Farnham Castle to its north. Built in the 12th century by the grandson of William the Conqueror, its keep was partially dismantled by Parliamentarians following the Civil War, although the castle and adjoining Bishop's Palace had been home to the Bishops of Winchester right up until the early 20th century.
    In the 17th century Farnham became a prosperous market town, producing greenware pottery, wool, cloth and wheat. Owing to its relative proximity to London, Farnham became a popular resting place for horse-drawn carriages going to and from the capital. A number of coaching inns thrived during this era, as is evidenced by the various timber-framed buildings we see around the town.
    The arrival of the railway in Farnham in 1849 saw a decline in the coaching inn trade, although other industries benefitted as goods produced in the town could be transported more quickly and efficiently. The nearby village of Aldershot grew into a town not long after, as it became the home of the British Army. This was to benefit traders in Farnham, who were able to provide goods and services for their new neighbours.
    During the walk we see a statue of William Cobbett. Born in 1763 in Farnham, Cobbett was an outspoken political journalist who called out corruption among the ruling class and promoted traditional rural values.
    Other people from Farnham include cricketer Graham Thorpe and World Cup winning rugby union player Jonny Wilkinson, although Wilkinson was born in nearby Frimley.
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    Filmed: 6th March 2021
    Link to the walk on Google Maps: goo.gl/maps/ryS5yLgowWGEfJQi6
    Filmed on a Sony FDR-AX700 with a Zhiyun Crane 2 and a Rode Stereo VideoMic Pro.
    TIMESTAMPS:
    0:00 River Wey
    0:10 Longbridge
    1:14 William Cobbett Statue
    1:19 Longbridge
    1:37 Downing Street (yes, Downing Street)
    4:36 West Street
    5:26 Lion and Lamb Yard
    6:28 West Street
    8:09 Castle Street
    9:22 The Borough
    10:40 South Street
    12:05 Farnham United Reformed Church
    12:10 South Street
    14:32 Gostrey Meadow

КОМЕНТАРІ • 31

  • @rempica
    @rempica 2 роки тому +8

    My english is not good. I'm south korean. 49yrs old. I had been at broomleaf road near Farnham station in 1997 for 8 month. I still miss one pint of poster beer at the pub! I studied at Surrey language centre(now they quit teaching) and Waverley abbey. I still remember the rental house owner, Frank hanmer and his family. This 15min. Cam Walk reminds me unforgettable memories. Thank you so much for uploading :)

    • @4KExplorer
      @4KExplorer  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the kind words! Your English seems fine to me! :)

  • @ShakeelAhmed-pr7gn
    @ShakeelAhmed-pr7gn 3 роки тому +11

    One of the most beautiful English towns. The introduction part of the video makes it more interesting. Thank you for this charming walk.

    • @4KExplorer
      @4KExplorer  3 роки тому +3

      Thanks! Yeah it's definitely one of the prettier towns I've seen.

  • @AmbientWalking
    @AmbientWalking 3 роки тому +7

    Outstanding! I love this trip that I just took with you! It's amazing!

  • @ILoveWalksRides
    @ILoveWalksRides 3 роки тому +6

    That town is a gem for filming... nice job :)
    Big thumb up!

  • @WowJapan
    @WowJapan 3 роки тому

    Nice video and beautiful tour!! Great share my friend!! Thank you😊 Greetings from Japan!! Like 21👍

  • @Nataly01010
    @Nataly01010 3 роки тому

    Wonderful walk. Great video as always. Thank you!)

  • @user-hd8yx3jf7o
    @user-hd8yx3jf7o 3 роки тому

    Very nice walking video.nice cityscape.

  • @canman5060
    @canman5060 Рік тому

    I remember Lloyds and Keyworth where I bought my music supplies when I was a student at the nearby school.

  • @richstreetfood8666
    @richstreetfood8666 3 роки тому

    Very nice friend

  • @andrewholt9332
    @andrewholt9332 Рік тому

    Britains first ever F1 world champion Born in Yorkshire,
    Mike Hawthorn lived in Farnham, he moved there with his mother Winifred and father Leslie when he was 3 years old, Leslie was hooked on speed and wanted to be near the Brooklands racing circuit, and many times took young Mike to Brooklands and Goodwood racing circuits 🏁🙏

  • @gillhargrove6807
    @gillhargrove6807 2 роки тому +1

    I love Farnham

  • @ConfusedGrapes-sg3dh
    @ConfusedGrapes-sg3dh Місяць тому

    Farnham for me..😊 When l can make the Tube,,😊Seems aClean Cosy place..See you Farnham This Summer 😊

  • @psbart7782
    @psbart7782 2 роки тому +1

    i live there its amazing

  • @DinezTaxis
    @DinezTaxis 2 роки тому

    Lion and Lamb - it's nice to sit there and have a coffee, tea or breakfast!

  • @canman5060
    @canman5060 3 роки тому

    Is Tasty House chinese takeway still there close to the station ?

    • @rempica
      @rempica 2 роки тому +1

      Yes. It's still there. they are selling nice chinese meals over 25yrs. I sometimes ate that chinese noodle in small paper box. it is really yummy!

    • @canman5060
      @canman5060 2 роки тому

      @@rempica They were already there when I went to the boarding school in Frensham from 1975 to 1979.

  • @robertkates3294
    @robertkates3294 2 роки тому

    Did someone go on a litter pick before filming< its usually quite littered at times even with a fine young man who works very hard trying to keep up with it.

  • @divyamohan2739
    @divyamohan2739 2 роки тому +1

    Anyone from kerala?

  • @terrythomas3755
    @terrythomas3755 2 місяці тому

    My town, ruined by the traffic.

  • @terrythomas3755
    @terrythomas3755 2 роки тому +1

    As can be seen, spoilt by the traffic. Shame really..

    • @loganfox2386
      @loganfox2386 Рік тому +1

      It’s a mixed bag. Godalming is similar to Farnham but pedestrianising the town centre really kind of killed it.
      Though I agree the traffic is a bit excessive.

  • @thebagfather4633
    @thebagfather4633 Рік тому

    still the same old shit whole not a lot has changed great vid mind you Alton is no better

    • @Mugen2201
      @Mugen2201 9 місяців тому +1

      It's literally in the most affluent borough of the Uk

  • @Krueger755
    @Krueger755 10 місяців тому +1

    Very Snobby atmosphere