Timeline
14:42
Grab a bite early. The Crab & Anchor serves freshly prepared British pub grub and international favourites. Go before the dinner rush to secure a table and enjoy the relaxed pace.
15:17
Walk to Southwood Country Park. This is the easternmost part of the greenspace, featuring Rafborough Marshes with its mix of wetland and woodland. Arrive just before the golden light hits the marshes to find the best vantage point.
15:27
Watch the golden light wash over the mixed wetland and woodland at the source of Cove Brook. The former golf course straddling Ively Road offers open views as the sun begins to set toward the SW.
16:07
Return to The Crab & Anchor for dinner. Since food is prepared to order, service is slower but the quality is high. It is a popular spot for travellers and locals alike.
Local tip
The Crab & Anchor is slightly off the beaten path but worth the detour. If you are visiting on a Sunday, note that it closes at 22:30, so plan your evening accordingly.
Check before you go
- The Crab & Anchor is open Tu-Sa 12:00-23:00 and Su 12:00-22:30. It is closed on Mondays.
- Golden light on 15 January starts at 15:27. Sunset is at 16:23.
Worth knowing
- The Crab & Anchor is open at 14:42 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
- The Crab & Anchor is open at 16:07 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Farnborough (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).