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Upcoming Events

July 2009
Until 18 JulyJane Austen FestivalVarious
1Frills and Frivolity: a delightful costume-in-context presentation with The History Wardrobe
Regency fashion from top to toe! A talk inspired by Jane Austen's writings - letters and excerpts from the novels. Tickets £5 each available in advance from the library or call the booking line on 01420 85734. Part of the Jane Austen Regency Week celebrations.
Alton Library
7.30pm
3/4, 11/12'A Lavender Experience' Open Days
Admission: £2. Supporting The Rosemary Foundation 'Hospice at Home'
Hartley Park Farm on the B3006
4Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include jewellery, craft, cards, homemade produce, plants, woven rugs, charity and surprise stalls. Free admission. Coffee shop open.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
4St Lawrence Church Furniture Sale
In addition to second hand furniture, we sell bric-a-brac, books, crockery, glassware, books, videos, and CDs. Coffee and tea are also available. All the proceeds go towards youth work in the Greater Alton Parish. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, on weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Parish Centre, Vicarage Hill
9am-12.30pm
4Amery Hill Presents...Public Gardens
5Alton ShowFroyle Park Showground
11Alton Food Festival
Alton's High Street will be filled with fantastic flavours and aromas coming form the food festival on Saturday 11 July. Over 50 food and drink stalls plus many of the local food shops and bars and restaurants will join in the spirit of the food festival.
High Street
11Last Night of the PromsPublic Gardens
7.30-10pm
19Alton Model Railway Group Open DayAnstey Park
19Bus Rally
One of the South's largest bus rallies. Features free bus trips.
Anstey Park
24Punch & Judy ShowPublic Gardens
2-3pm
31Wobbly WizzardPublic Gardens
2-3pm
August 2009
1Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include jewellery, craft, cards, homemade produce, plants, woven rugs, charity and surprise stalls. Free admission. Coffee shop open.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
1St Lawrence Church Furniture Sale
In addition to second hand furniture, we sell bric-a-brac, books, crockery, glassware, books, videos, and CDs. Coffee and tea are also available. All the proceeds go towards youth work in the Greater Alton Parish. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, on weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Parish Centre, Vicarage Hill
9am-12.30pm
7Big Foot the ClownPublic Gardens
2-3pm
8Lounge Fest Music Festival
9 bands of varied genre playing an average 45 minute set each. From blues to rock, female soloist to folk bands. Local Triple F Ale served alongside alcohol, soft drinks, hot and cold food. Outdoor event with amazing stage and lighting. Come and support local talent. Tickets £11.50 each. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Departure Lounge Cafe/Restaurant Alton
5pm til late
8Farmers' MarketMarket Square
8-16Day out with Thomas
Ticket allows freedom to travel all day by trains pulled by 'Henry' or 'Daisy' the diesel rail car. See 'Thomas the Tank Engine', 'Bulgy' the bus and 'George' the steam roller. Free car parking, free children's entertainment, buggy park & picnic storage at Ropley.
Watercress Line
9Bagshot Concert BandPublic Gardens
2-4pm
14Teddys Bears' PicnicPublic Gardens
2-3pm
21Jester GigglesPublic Gardens
2-3pm
21-23Bentworth Blues Weekend 2009
The annual Bentworth Blues Weekend is back. Bands include Cryin' Out Loud, Funky Dory, Five Field Holler, Robert Hokum Blues Band, Bar Room Band and The Antidotes Jam
The Star Inn Bentworth
23Cactus BrassPublic Gardens
2-4pm
28Stevo the MagicianPublic Gardens
2-3pm
2940's DayTown Centre
29'Over the Wall' FundayAnstey Park
31Live on the LawnPublic Gardens
September 2009
5Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include jewellery, craft, cards, homemade produce, plants, woven rugs, charity and surprise stalls. Free admission. Coffee shop open.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
5Health FayreAssembly Rooms
5St Lawrence Church Furniture Sale
In addition to second hand furniture, we sell bric-a-brac, books, crockery, glassware, books, videos, and CDs. Coffee and tea are also available. All the proceeds go towards youth work in the Greater Alton Parish. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, on weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Parish Centre, Vicarage Hill
9am-12.30pm
11-13Autumn Steam GalaWatercress Line
12Farmers' MarketMarket Square
19Alton 8Public Gardens
10am - 4pm
26Classic Car ShowTown Centre
28-29FunfairThe Butts
October 2009
1-4Word FestTown Centre
3Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include jewellery, craft, cards, homemade produce, plants, woven rugs, charity and surprise stalls. Free admission. Coffee shop open.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
3St Lawrence Church Furniture Sale
In addition to second hand furniture, we sell bric-a-brac, books, crockery, glassware, books, videos, and CDs. Coffee and tea are also available. All the proceeds go towards youth work in the Greater Alton Parish. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, on weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Parish Centre, Vicarage Hill
9am-12.30pm
9Ballroom Dance
A social evening of ballroom dancing, please bring your own drinks, glasses and refreshments. Tickets £5 on the door Wendy Baker 01420 520814 wendy@baker11.fslife.co.uk
Assembly Rooms
8-11pm
10Farmers' MarketMarket Square
24-1 NovWizard Week
Travel on the 'Wizard Express', enter the fancy dress competition, see Mr Wizard's magic shows and lots more.
Watercress Line
November 2009
7Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include jewellery, craft, cards, homemade produce, plants, woven rugs, charity and surprise stalls. Free admission. Coffee shop open.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
7St Lawrence Church Furniture Sale
In addition to second hand furniture, we sell bric-a-brac, books, crockery, glassware, books, videos, and CDs. Coffee and tea are also available. All the proceeds go towards youth work in the Greater Alton Parish. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, on weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Parish Centre, Vicarage Hill
9am-12.30pm
7Farmers' MarketMarket Square
8Remembrance DayCrown Hill, High Street
10.45am onwards
20Ballroom Dance
A social evening of ballroom dancing, please bring your own drinks, glasses and refreshments. Tickets £5 on the door Wendy Baker 01420 520814 wendy@baker11.fslife.co.uk
Assembly Rooms
8-11pm
27Christmas Lights Switch-onMarket Square
5.50pm onwards
December 2009
5Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include jewellery, craft, cards, homemade produce, plants, woven rugs, charity and surprise stalls. Free admission. Coffee shop open.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
5-6, 12-13, 19-24Santa Specials
As you chuff merrily along, Santa will visit every child at their seat and give them a gift. Adults receive wine and a mince pie.
Watercress Line
5St Lawrence Church Furniture Sale
In addition to second hand furniture, we sell bric-a-brac, books, crockery, glassware, books, videos, and CDs. Coffee and tea are also available. All the proceeds go towards youth work in the Greater Alton Parish. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, on weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Parish Centre, Vicarage Hill
9am-12.30pm
6Yuletide FestivalTown Centre
10am-4pm
12Farmers' MarketMarket Square
26-27Christmas Leave
Experience the sights and sounds of a WWII Christmas. Civilian & military re-enactors, vehicles and more.
Watercress Line
January 2010
17The Princess & The PeaAssembly Rooms
3pm
This programme is co-ordinated by Alton Initiatives Management Ltd. For event inclusion contact us