Rushmoor

Rushmoor is an administrative district in Hampshire comprising two main towns, Aldershot and Farnborough, with a mix of developed areas and green spaces scattered throughout. The district includes residential neighborhoods, local shops, and open areas that serve the surrounding communities.

The area was formed in 1974 when the former Aldershot Municipal Borough was merged with Farnborough Urban District. This combination created the modern administrative structure that has remained in place since then.

The district carries strong ties to military life, with Aldershot serving as a garrison town and Farnborough developing as an aviation hub. These connections shape how locals see their communities and what draws people to visit.

The district is accessible from various directions and well-connected to surrounding areas and larger towns. Visitors will find shops, parks, and public facilities distributed across both towns that are managed by the local authority.

Rushmoor Arena, a military ground built in 1923, is where the district's name comes from. This shows how central Aldershot's military facilities were to shaping the entire region's identity and development.

Website: https://rushmoor.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.27524,-0.76939

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:40