Aim of the Society
The aim of the Society is to promote interest in geology and its allied sciences for people of all levels of geological knowledge, from interested amateur to professional geologist.
This is achieved by holding regular monthly meetings at which invited speakers cover all aspects of the geological spectrum, ranging from palaeontology through to structural geology, volcanism, earthquakes and environmental effects.
In addition, an online Quarterly Newsletter is provided to all members.
Farnham Geological Society is a Local Group of the Geologists’ Association.
Currently, membership stands at 89, and extends from Cornwall to Dorset, Gloucester, Hereford, Warwickshire, and into Scotland.
In 2020 we celebrated our 50th Anniversary and as part of the commemoration, our Chair prepared a Guide to the Local Geology of Farnham, and a booklet Farnham Geological Society 1970–2020.
Meetings are held monthly on the second Friday of the month (7:30pm for 8:00pm) at the Methodist Church Hall on South Street, Farnham. This is opposite the junction with Union Road in central Farnham. The entrance to the Hall is at the back of the church via the public footpath between the Methodist Church and the Citizen’s Advice office at 50 South Street. The Hall is on the ground floor with access to a kitchen for refreshments.
Car parking is available a short walk away at South Street “Sainsbury’s” car park and at Central car park. There is a £2 charge after 6:30pm. However, The Waggon Yard car park is free after 6:30pm.
In addition, the Society arranges many varied and interesting field trips throughout the year, ranging in length from day outings up to visits lasting a week or more.