Faringdon Folly

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Friends of Faringdon welcome anyone who is interested in the Folly and the Woodland to become a friend.

If you would like to become a friend, and receive an occasional newsletter please email enquiries@faringdonfolly.org.uk or Tel: 01367 241142

Read Faringdon Folly Newsletters

In addition to the Friends, many people and organisations sponsor or support the the work of the Folly Trust. They are listed on the Sponsors and supporters page
The main support provided by the friends is in providing stewards for tower open days

Some Friends are resource for the ongoing maintenance and management of the tower and woodland.
The Friends of Faringdon Folly is chaired by Eddie Williams

Friends of the Folly:

· Ensure the tower and the woodland are maintained
· Raise awareness in the local community and beyond
· Gather and display historical information about the Folly
· Develop www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
· Decorate the rooms and replace the furniture

Ideas for the future include:
· Educational packs for local schools
· Conservation or promotion of wildlife and biological diversity
· Painting competition for children
· Illuminate the Tower more frequently to make it more visible for all
· Produce a range of leaflets and gifts


This site is hosted by Live Connections 01367 710178
www.liveconnections.co.uk

Faringdon Folly is open
on the following dates
2008
31st October 1800-2000

2009
5th April
3rd May

7th June
5th July
2nd August
6th September
4th October

Open 11am - 5pm

Adults £1, Children 11-16 20p,
Children under 11 free

More about Faringdon's history, including Lord Berners, Faringdon House, Robert Heber Percy, The Folly Tower and Lighthouse Faringdon can be found on the history pages of Faringdon Online


Faringdon Online
- a community website with information about local services, businesses, leisure activities, places to visit and it's history