Timeline
15:08
Grab a pint or a coffee at The Thatched Cottage. This 16th-century former pottery is rustic, cosy, and just a five-minute walk from the park entrance. It’s the perfect warm-up before the evening chill.
15:28
Walk to Queen Elizabeth Park. Stroll through the mature trees and rhododendron shrubs. The path is flat and easy, leading you toward the open spaces where the light will be hitting the canopy.
16:23
Watch the sunset. At 16:23, the sun sets toward the SW. Find a spot near the pond or the play area to see the golden light fade from the trees and the sky.
16:53
End the evening with a drink at The Alexandra. This traditional red brick pub is an eight-minute walk back from the park. If it is a Friday, you might catch live music; otherwise, enjoy the beer garden or a warm interior.
Local tip
The car parks at Queen Elizabeth Park close at dusk, so if you are driving, park near The Thatched Cottage or The Alexandra first.
Check before you go
- The Thatched Cottage is open daily from noon.
- Queen Elizabeth Park is accessible 24 hours, but car parks close at dusk.
- The Alexandra opens at 12:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, and 12:00 on Sundays.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Farnborough (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).