Former Fanling Magistracy Guided Tour
Erected in 1960 as the first magistracy in the New Territories, the Former Fanling Magistracy (FFM) became temporarily vacant after the new Fanling Magistrates' Court Building opened in 2002. In 2010, it was designated a Grade 3 historic building and included in the Development Bureau's "Revitalising Historic Buildings Through Partnership Scheme." The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups took over the building to transform it into Hong Kong's first leadership institute. During the tour, we will guide you through the former court facilities of the FFM, demonstrating how The HKFYG Leadership Institute blends heritage and technology to support the growth of young people while preserving historical culture.
Duration: Approximately 45 to 60 minutes
Participants: Maximum 30 people
Fee: Free for public tours; HK$50 per person for group guided tours
Explore the Culture of Walled Villages: Fanling Wai Guided Tour
Built in the Ming Dynasty, Fanling Wai has long been the main settlement of the Pang family, one of the five major clans in the New Territories. As one of the few walled villages in Hong Kong dating back 400 years, Fanling Wai has preserved its unique architectural layout, historical features, and feng shui ponds, along with the traditional customs of walled villages and the strong bonds of its clan. During the tour, we will guide you through the rich history and unique charm of Fanling Wai, highlighting the cultural significance and heritage of this remarkable walled village.
Duration: Approximately 120 minutes
Participants: Minimum 12, Maximum 30 people
Fee: HK$80 per person for group guided tours
For Individual Applicants only: Please submit your application through the online booking system at least four days prior to the visit date. The booking system will display and accept reservations for guided tour sessions for the upcoming months and will be updated at 9:00 a.m. on the first working day of each month.
For Group Applicants only: Please submit your application through the online booking system at least one month before your preferred visit date. The Institute will process group applications on a first-come, first-served basis.
For assistance with the online booking system or for any inquiries about this event, please contact our enquiry hotline at 2169 0255 (from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.).
Public group tours are held on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please check the online booking system for the exact times of available sessions.
Each guided tour can accommodate up to 30 participants and is led by one of our Cultural Ambassadors.
Each guided tour requires a minimum of 5 participants. If the number of participants is below this minimum 4 days before the tour, the Institute will notify affected applicants that the tour will be canceled.
The Institute will not offer make-up tours or special arrangements for applicants affected by tour cancellations.
Each individual application can include up to 5 participants, including the applicant.
The Institute accepts group applications from all organizations, such as educational institutions, professional institutions, community centers, elderly homes, private companies, etc.
The maximum number of participants in each guided tour is 30, and the minimum is 12. Each guided tour will be led by one of our Cultural Ambassadors and accompanied by one staff member.
Incomplete, insufficient, or incorrect data may affect the processing time and result of the application.
The Institute's staff will contact group applicants who have successfully submitted their e-forms. Typically, the Institute will contact the group applicant by phone within three working days after receiving the application to follow up on the arrangement of the guided tour.
Fees for group guided tours are based on the rates posted on the website. Receipts will be mailed to the mailing address of the group applicant approximately one month after payment is received.
The Institute will take photos and videos during the visit and may use them for promotional and publicity purposes.The Institute will decide whether to continue or suspend the visit based on the weather or the actual situation at the venue.
The Institute is exempt from all liabilities of claims, costs, damages, and expenses in respect of any damage, injury, or loss to the participants or their properties occasioned by or in any way arising from the visit or any purpose pertaining to or associated with the visit.
Participants in the guided tour are required to arrive on time. If any participant is late, the Institute reserves the right to start the tour according to the scheduled time and make adjustments to the itinerary as necessary.
As the court building also serves as a training center, classes or training activities may be in progress during the tour, and visitors may be asked to avoid disruption. The use of recording equipment may be restricted. Any filming or recording of students or participants requires prior approval from the Institute.
Since the site is a Grade 3 historic building, visitors are urged to treat all artifacts with care. The Institute reserves the right to take action in the event of any damage.
In case of an accident or emergency, please immediately notify a staff member of the Institute.If any participant violates the above guidelines, the Institute reserves the right to ask them to leave.
The personal information you provide will be used for purposes related to your participation in activities, issuing receipts, collecting feedback, data analysis, and other matters in line with the objectives and mission of The HKFYG Leadership Institute and The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups. You have the right to access and amend your personal information. For inquiries or changes to your personal data, please contact the Institute via email at spe@leadershipinstitute.hk or The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups at personaldata@hkfyg.org.hk.