Discover the rich heritage of Whitehill & Bordon, where a century-long army presence has woven a fascinating tapestry into the town’s identity.
Whitehill & Bordon is steeped in history, we need to recognise this and make references to past activities and local heroes.
The military facility of the Bordon Garrison remained in the town for over 100 years, with the first REME soldiers arriving in 1945, and the School of Electrical & Mechanical Engineers (SEME) being created in 1961. In September 2015 the Bordon Garrison closed when SEME relocated to RAF Lyneham in Wiltshire.
The army’s departure released considerable training land and barracks and after years of planning, now sees the start of construction for approximately 3,500 new homes, employment space for 5,500 new jobs, a new town centre, community facilities, and up to 200 hectares of green spaces.
The former Sergeants’ Mess and Sandhurst Block are featured in our plans and the Colonial style pavilion has been rebuilt in the same style as a new community cricket, dining and social space. The military cemetery remains on site.
Image courtesy of Woolmer Forest Heritage Society.
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