# Fareham: Full Reference > Local news and community guide for Fareham, Hampshire. A market town between Portsmouth and Southampton with good transport links and a growing town centre. ## Areas ### Town Centre Fareham town centre is the commercial and civic heart of the borough, centred on the pedestrianised High Street and the adjoining West Street and East Street. The core shopping area runs from the junction with Quay Street in the south to Portland Street in the north, with Fareham Shopping Centre (or... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/town-centre ### Fareham Common Fareham Common is a residential area to the north-west of the town centre, taking its name from the open common land that historically formed part of the town's agricultural hinterland. The area is broadly defined by Peak Lane to the west, Highlands Road to the north, and the town centre to the sout... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/fareham-common ### Cams Hill Cams Hill lies to the south-east of the town centre, between the A27 and the head of Fareham Creek. The area takes its name from the Cams estate, whose historic parkland stretches down to the waterfront at Fareham Lake. Cams Hill is predominantly residential, with a range of housing from 1960s and 1... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/cams-hill ### Wallington Wallington is a small settlement north of Fareham town centre, straddling the River Wallington. It has a distinct identity from the town itself, though modern development has blurred the boundaries. The area is centred on the Wallington crossroads where the old road from Fareham to Wickham crosses t... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/wallington ### Titchfield Titchfield is a village to the west of Fareham with a history that predates the town itself. It has its own distinct identity and a strong sense of community. The village is centred on the wide South Street, which retains a number of historic buildings including timber-framed houses from the sixteen... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/titchfield ### Hill Head Hill Head is a coastal settlement south of Fareham, sitting on the shoreline where the River Meon flows into the Solent at Titchfield Haven. It is a quiet residential area with a character shaped by its position between the nature reserve and the sea. The seafront at Hill Head provides views across ... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/hill-head ### Park Gate Park Gate is a suburban area to the north-west of Fareham, sitting astride the A27 Southampton Road at the point where Fareham borough meets the boundary with Eastleigh. The area developed significantly in the second half of the twentieth century, transforming from a rural crossroads into a busy sub... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/park-gate ### Locks Heath Locks Heath is a modern suburban area to the west of Fareham that has grown rapidly since the 1960s. What was once open farmland and scattered houses between Fareham and the Hamble River is now a substantial residential area with its own shopping centre, schools, and community facilities. Locks Heat... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/locks-heath ### Whiteley Whiteley is the newest major development in Fareham borough, a planned community built from the late 1990s onwards on former farmland to the north of the M27 between junctions 9 and 10. It is dominated by the Whiteley Shopping Centre (originally Whiteley Village Outlet Shopping), a large retail park... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/whiteley ### Portchester Portchester sits on the eastern edge of Fareham borough, overlooking Portsmouth Harbour. It is best known for Portchester Castle, the finest surviving example of a Roman Saxon Shore fort in northern Europe, with a Norman keep built within the Roman walls. The castle is managed by English Heritage an... URL: https://www.fareham.news/areas/portchester ## Guides ### Restaurants in Fareham Fareham has a reasonable selection of restaurants for a Hampshire market town of its size, though it is not a major dining destination. The town centre provides the main concentration of options, with... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/restaurants ### Cafes in Fareham Fareham's cafe scene has improved noticeably over the past decade, with independent coffee shops supplementing the established chains. Costa, Caffe Nero, and Starbucks all have town centre branches, b... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/cafes ### Pubs in Fareham Fareham has a selection of pubs that ranges from traditional town centre locals to village inns and modern bar-restaurants. The number has reduced over the years, as it has across most of England, but... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/pubs ### Takeaways in Fareham Fareham has a wide range of takeaway food outlets spread across the town centre and the suburban areas. The concentration is highest on and around the High Street, Portland Street, and East Street, wh... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/takeaways ### Fish and Chips in Fareham Fish and chips occupy a particular place in the affections of Fareham residents, as they do in most English towns. The tradition of the Friday evening fish supper remains strong, and there are several... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/fish-and-chips ### Supermarkets in Fareham Fareham is well served by supermarkets, with all the major chains represented within the borough. The choice is broad enough that most residents can do their main shop without travelling far, and the ... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/supermarkets ### Doctors in Fareham Fareham has several GP surgeries spread across the borough, serving the local population under the NHS. The practices are part of the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care System and are general... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/doctors ### Dentists in Fareham Finding a dentist in Fareham follows the pattern seen across much of Hampshire and southern England: private dentistry is readily available, but NHS dental places are harder to come by. This is a nati... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/dentists ### Pharmacies in Fareham Fareham has good pharmacy provision, with branches of the major chains and some independent pharmacies spread across the town and the surrounding areas. The provision is broadly adequate for the popul... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/pharmacies ### Hospitals Near Fareham Fareham does not have a major acute hospital within the town itself. For accident and emergency treatment, major surgery, and specialist care, residents rely on the hospitals in Portsmouth and Southam... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/hospitals ### Schools in Fareham Fareham borough has a broad range of schools serving children from reception age through to sixth form. The provision includes state-funded community schools, academies, voluntary-aided schools, and a... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/schools ### Primary Schools in Fareham Fareham borough has a good number of primary schools distributed across the residential areas. Most are community schools or academies within multi-academy trusts. The church schools include both Chur... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/primary-schools ### Secondary Schools in Fareham Fareham has four main secondary schools serving the borough, each with its own catchment area and character. All are comprehensive, non-selective schools providing education from eleven to sixteen. F... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/secondary-schools ### Parking in Fareham Parking in Fareham town centre is reasonably straightforward, with several car parks serving the shopping area. The provision is adequate for a town of this size, and finding a space is rarely a major... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/parking ### Trains from Fareham Fareham railway station is well connected, sitting on the main line between Portsmouth and Southampton with direct services to London Waterloo. The station is operated by South Western Railway, with s... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/trains ### Buses in Fareham Bus services in Fareham are provided primarily by First Hampshire and Dorset, with some routes operated by Stagecoach and smaller operators. The town centre bus station on West Street is the main inte... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/buses ### Getting to Fareham Fareham sits at a natural crossroads in south Hampshire, and reaching it is straightforward from most directions. The town benefits from both motorway and rail connections, making it accessible from L... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/getting-here ### Taxis in Fareham Fareham has a reasonable taxi provision, with hackney carriages (black cabs) and private hire vehicles available in the town. The provision is adequate for most needs, though late-night availability c... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/taxis ### Property in Fareham Fareham's property market reflects its position as a commuter town between two cities. Prices are generally lower than in central Portsmouth or Southampton, but higher than in Gosport. The borough off... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/property ### Estate Agents in Fareham Fareham has a reasonable number of estate agents covering the town and the surrounding borough. The mix includes national chains and local independent firms, with enough competition to give sellers an... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/estate-agents ### Council Tax in Fareham Council tax in Fareham is set annually by Fareham Borough Council, Hampshire County Council, and the Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner. The total bill comprises charges from each of these bodies... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/council-tax ### Postcodes in Fareham Fareham borough is covered by several postcode districts, which can be confusing for those unfamiliar with the area. The main districts are PO14, PO15, PO16, PO17, and SO31. PO16 covers Fareham town ... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/postcode ### Population of Fareham The population of Fareham town is approximately 42,000, with the wider Fareham borough having a population of around 116,000. The borough figure includes the town itself along with Portchester, Titchf... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/population ### Things to Do in Fareham Fareham is not a tourist destination in the conventional sense, but there is enough to fill a day or a weekend, particularly if you include the wider borough and its varied landscape. For history and... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/things-to-do ### Walks in Fareham Fareham borough offers a good variety of walking, from coastal paths to woodland trails to urban exploration. The landscape is gentle, with no significant hills apart from the Portsdown ridge, making ... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/walks ### Parks and Green Spaces in Fareham Fareham has a decent provision of parks and green spaces for a town of its size, though there is no single large destination park comparable to a city park. The green spaces are distributed across the... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/parks ### Dog Walking in Fareham Fareham is a reasonably dog-friendly borough, with several good walking areas and a generally tolerant attitude toward well-behaved dogs. The variety of landscapes, from woodland to estuary to coastal... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/dog-walking ### Gyms and Fitness in Fareham Fareham has a selection of gyms and fitness facilities ranging from the council-operated leisure centre to national chain gyms and independent studios. The provision caters to most fitness requirement... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/gyms ### Swimming in Fareham Swimming in Fareham centres on the pool at Fareham Leisure Centre, with some options for open water swimming at the coast. The provision is limited to a single main public pool, which means it needs t... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/swimming ### Churches in Fareham Fareham has a range of churches and places of worship reflecting the borough's size and the diversity of Christian tradition in Hampshire. Church attendance has declined over the decades, as it has na... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/churches ### Markets in Fareham Fareham's Monday market is the main regular market in the town, operating on the pedestrianised High Street. The market has been a feature of the town for centuries, with the original charter dating f... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/markets ### Shopping in Fareham Shopping in Fareham is spread across several locations: the town centre, Locks Heath Shopping Village, Whiteley Shopping Centre, and the retail parks along the main roads. The provision is adequate fo... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/shops ### Hairdressers in Fareham Fareham has a generous provision of hairdressers and barbers, spread across the town centre and the suburban areas. The High Street and surrounding streets have several salons, ranging from traditiona... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/hairdressers ### Fareham High Street Fareham High Street is the main shopping street in the town, running north-south through the centre with the Fareham Shopping Centre on its eastern side. The street was pedestrianised in the 1980s, re... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/high-street ### Community Groups in Fareham Fareham has an active community life, with groups and societies covering a wide range of interests. The borough's population is large enough to sustain specialist clubs while retaining the community f... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/community-groups ### Vets in Fareham Fareham has several veterinary practices spread across the town and the surrounding suburbs, providing care for domestic pets and, in some cases, more exotic animals. The provision is good for a borou... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/vets ### Nurseries in Fareham Fareham has a reasonable range of nurseries and pre-schools serving families with children from birth to school age. The provision includes private day nurseries, pre-schools attached to schools, chil... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/nurseries ### Fareham Borough Council Fareham Borough Council is the local authority for the borough, responsible for a range of services that affect daily life including refuse collection, recycling, planning applications, council tax bi... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/council ### Crime in Fareham Fareham is a relatively safe place to live by national standards. Crime rates across the borough are lower than the national average and lower than those in the neighbouring cities of Portsmouth and S... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/crime ### Sailing Near Fareham Fareham sits at the head of Portsmouth Harbour and within easy reach of the Solent, making it a reasonable base for sailing even though the town itself is not a major sailing centre. The opportunities... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/sailing ### Cycling in Fareham Cycling in Fareham benefits from relatively flat terrain and several traffic-free paths that make it feasible as both a leisure activity and a practical means of transport. The borough is not a cyclin... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/cycling ### Fishing in Fareham Fareham offers a modest but genuine range of fishing opportunities, from shore fishing along the Solent coast to coarse fishing in local lakes and ponds. The borough's position between Portsmouth Harb... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/fishing ### Events in Fareham Fareham has a calendar of events that marks the seasons and brings the community together, from the summer festival to the Christmas lights switch-on. The programme is modest compared to a city, but i... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/events ### History of Fareham Fareham's history stretches back well over a thousand years, from its Saxon origins through its centuries as a market town to its expansion as a Victorian and twentieth-century commuter settlement. Th... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/history ### Weather in Fareham Fareham benefits from the mild climate typical of the south Hampshire coast. Sheltered by the Isle of Wight and Portsdown Hill, and warmed by the proximity of the sea, the town enjoys relatively moder... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/weather ### Cinema in Fareham Cinema-going in Fareham is centred on the Vue multiplex at Whiteley Shopping Centre. The town centre itself does not have a cinema, which means a car or bus journey to Whiteley for anyone wanting to s... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/cinema ### Fareham Library Fareham Library on Osborn Road is the main public library serving the town, operated by Hampshire County Council's library service. It occupies a building close to the town centre and provides a range... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/library ### Leisure Centre in Fareham Fareham Leisure Centre on Park Lane is the main public sports and fitness facility in the borough. Operated by Everyone Active on behalf of Fareham Borough Council, it provides a range of facilities t... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/leisure-centre ### Jobs in Fareham Fareham's employment landscape is shaped by its position between two cities and the presence of several significant business parks and industrial areas within the borough. The town functions both as a... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/jobs ### Recycling Centre in Fareham The Fareham Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) is located on Newgate Lane, on the southern edge of the town toward Stubbington. It is operated by Hampshire County Council and provides a facility ... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/recycling-centre ### Football in Fareham Football in Fareham operates at the grassroots and non-league level, with Fareham Town FC as the most prominent club. The town does not have a professional or semi-professional club, and for top-level... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/football ### Museums in Fareham Fareham has two distinct museum offerings that between them cover local history, military heritage, and the wider story of the area. Westbury Manor Museum provides the local focus, while Fort Nelson o... URL: https://www.fareham.news/guide/museum ## History - 700: Saxon Settlement at Fareham - 1086: Fareham Recorded in the Domesday Book - 1228: Fareham Granted a Market Charter - 1500: Fareham Creek as a Working Waterway - 1600: Fareham Brick-Making Industry Begins - 1784: Henry Cort's Iron Works at Funtley - 1830: Price's Candles Established in Fareham - 1841: Fareham Railway Station Opens - 1860: Palmerston Forts Built Around Fareham - 1870: Fareham Brickworks at Peak Production - 1940: Fareham During the Second World War - 1960: Post-War Town Centre Redevelopment - 1975: Fareham Shopping Centre Opens - 1975: M27 Motorway Opens Through Fareham Borough - 1990: Whiteley Village Development Begins - 2015: Fareham Town Centre Regeneration ## Streets - High Street - West Street - East Street - Trinity Street - Osborn Road - Portland Street - Quay Street - Bath Lane - Fareham Park Road - The Avenue - Cams Hill - Highlands Road - Miller Drive - Wickham Road - Southampton Road - Gosport Road - Peak Lane - Hartlands Road - Redlands Lane - Gudge Heath Lane - Bridge Road - Palmerston Drive - West End Grove - Newgate Lane - Prospect Lane - Kiln Road - Salterns Lane - Longfield Avenue ## Places - Fareham Shopping Centre (Shopping) - Fareham Leisure Centre (Sport & Leisure) - Westbury Manor Museum (Heritage) - Holy Trinity Church (Heritage) - Price's Candles Site (Heritage) - Fareham Railway Station (Transport) - Fareham Academy (Education) - Fareham College (Education) - Fort Fareham (Heritage) - Fort Nelson (Heritage) - Titchfield Abbey (Heritage) - Titchfield Haven National Nature Reserve (Nature) - Holly Hill Woodland Park (Nature) - Cams Hall Estate (Sport & Leisure) - Ashcroft Arts Centre (Culture) - Fareham Borough Council (Civic) - Fareham Community Hospital (Health) - Portchester Castle (Heritage)