Farnborough, located on the Surrey and North Hampshire boarders, is most famous for its biennial International Air Show held on the site of the birthplace of flying and aeronautical research in Britain. Exhibits, photographs and artefacts are available to view at Trenchard House. Built in 1907 by the Royal Engineers to be the headquarters of their Balloon School, Trenchard House is one of the oldest aviation related buildings in the country.

Visitors can reach Farnborough by direct train links from London in less than 40 minutes or by car from junction 4 & 4a of the M3. Rail links, via Farnborough main line station, serve London (Waterloo 37 minutes), Southampton and Basingstoke, with additional lines serving Guildford and Reading and connections nationwide.

Basingstoke canal runs through the area and is a popular spot for walking, cycling, boating, picnicking and fishing.