Green Farm community days

Two drop-in events on Green Farm's heathland habitat

Come along to meet us at Green Farm as we share the wonder of heathland habitats and species which thrive in these environments:

Monday 20th July 10am-12 midday

Thursday 23rd July 3pm-6pm

As well as CRT staff and volunteers, heathland experts will be on hand from ARC (Amphibian and Reptile Conservation), bird and butterfly monitors, experts from Natural England, Surrey Wildlife Trust, Surrey Fire & Rescue Service and Haslemere Biodiversity Group.

Learn more about our plans to restore this precious habitat, including:

The work we are doing onsite to alter habitats
Detail on the forestry operations that will take place on site in 2026/2027
How this will impact public use of Green Farm in the following months/years, such as access, dogs on leads and fire risks

We'd love for you to come along and talk with us, plus you can enjoy a short guided walk on the heath to see butterflies, birds and identify plants.

Event details

Where

Green Farm, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2LT

When

Start: 20^th July, 2026 at 10:00am

End: 20^th July, 2026 at 12:00pm

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