Friends & Trust


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 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Tel: 0845 475 8386

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
. Promote the woodland as an outdoor venue 
· Promote Folly Hill as a viewpoint
· Illuminate the Tower more frequently to make it more visible for all
· Produce a range of leaflets and gifts

 

 

Opening Dates

2010

Aug 30th
Sept 5th
Oct 3rd

Adults- £1.50,
11-16 50p
under 11 free

Normal opening times
are 1100-1700


More information about

opening dates

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