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Upcoming Events

August 2008
22Big Foot the ClownPublic Gardens
2-3pm
23Charity day for 'Over the Wall'
Bouncy Castles for 2 different ages groups, Children's entertainer, BBQ, Bar, Live Music, Raffle, Lucky Ducks, Trolley Slide, Face Painting, Children's Crafts, Alton Community Police, Go Karts, Visit from Delta Radio, Penalty Shoot out, Tug of War, Craft Stalls.
All proceeds to go to Over the Wall, a local charity that provide residential camps for children affected by terminal illness.
Anstey Park
11am onwards
29Jester GigglesPublic Gardens
2-3pm
29-31Jay Miller's Circus
Box Office 07976 655180
The Butts
September 2008
2Archery Free 'Have a Go' session
Alton & Four Marks Archery Club hold a free Archery 'Have A Go' session. Adults & Juniors welcome (juniors over 8 years).
For further information or to register please contact Michele Baker 01420 549894
Bernard Benians Pavilion,
Four Marks Recreation Ground, 6-8pm
6,13,20Archery Beginners Course
Alton & Four Marks Archery Club hold a Autumn Beginners Course. Adults & Juniors welcome (juniors over 8 years). The course is held over three consecutive Saturday mornings - 6, 13 and 20 September, from 10am to 1pm. Cost of course £30 (including equipment hire)
For further information or to register please contact Michele Baker 01420 549894
Bernard Benians Pavilion,
Four Marks Recreation Ground
10am-1pm
6Sailplane Grand Prix and Air Show
Spectacular gliding race, programme of aerobatics and static displays of all kinds of aircraft, mass hot air balloon launch, exhibitions and the DHL 757 Boeing charity wheelchair pull. Day out for all the family. Gates open 9am. Vehicle passes (there is no off-site parking) £5 in advance or £10 on the day.
For further details visit www.gp2008.co.uk
Lasham Airfield
6Alton Health Fayre
For the third year running the Wilson Practice Patient's Participation Group will be holding their Health Fayre at Alton Assembly Rooms. Blood Pressure; Blood Sugar and Cholesterol checks will be available, as will a wide range of expert groups and health professionals. Care and Support Groups will also be attending. The Fayre is an opportunity for all the community to find out about a wide range of health issues.
Assembly Rooms
10am-3pm
6Prodgrow Food MarketHigh Street
6Alton 8Public Gardens
11am-6pm
6St 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 the restoration and maintenance of our historic church. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Church Hall
9am-12.30pm
6Alton Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include, craft, cards, gifts, stamps, jewellery, crystals, watches, Vigin Vie, Body Shop, woven rugs & cushions, preserves and much more. Ring 01420 85057 or pop in for more info or to book a stall.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
10Talk: 'To Bead or Not to Bead'
Join us at Alton Library on Wednesday 10 September and meet stage and screen actress Eliza McClelland who took up beadwork to occupy all the spare time she had on the road during rehearsals! Her talk starts at 7.30pm and tickets are £4.50 each and available in advance from the library or call 01420 85734 (Booking line).
Alton Library
7.30pm
12-14The Big Four Steam Gala
Visit the Watercress Line steam gala and enjoy this 'Big Four' themed event. See steam & diesel locomotives with representatives from Southern, LMS, LNER and GWR.
Watercress Line
13Craft MarketMarket Square
20Farmers MarketHigh Street
27Herald Classic Car Show
Classic cars, motorcycles, live music and more.
High Street / Market Square
25-27Fun FairThe Butts
October 2008
4Prodgrow Food MarketHigh Street
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 the restoration and maintenance of our historic church. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Church Hall
9am-12.30pm
4Alton Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include, craft, cards, gifts, stamps, jewellery, crystals, watches, Vigin Vie, Body Shop, woven rugs & cushions, preserves and much more. Ring 01420 85057 or pop in for more info or to book a stall.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
525th Alton Downland Challenge
10k & 5k Trail Races, organised by Alton Runners & Alton Lions
In this Olympic year, now is the moment to slip on those trainers and prepare for your own moment of glory! Medal to all finishers.
10k race minimum age 15 years, 5k race minimum 10 years. Entry form from www.altonrunners.org, Alton Sports, or call 01420 562372
Anstey Park
Start 10.30
11Craft MarketMarket Square
25-2 NovWizard Week
Travel on the 'Wizard Express', enter the fancy dress competition, see Mr Wizard's magic shows and lots more.
Watercress Line
November 2008
1Prodgrow Food MarketHigh Street
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 the restoration and maintenance of our historic church. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Church Hall
9am-12.30pm
1Alton Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include, craft, cards, gifts, stamps, jewellery, crystals, watches, Vigin Vie, Body Shop, woven rugs & cushions, preserves and much more. Ring 01420 85057 or pop in for more info or to book a stall.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
8Craft MarketMarket Square
8Farmers MarketHigh Street
16Antique Bottle & Collector's Fayre
Admission 75p with accompanied children free. There will be 59 stalls selling old bottles, postcards, tins, breweriana, pot lids, advertiques, enamel signs etc. Refreshments available plus free parking. More details on the club website www.altonbottleclub.co.uk or telephone 01420 88773
Alton Community Centre
10.30am-1.30pm
28Christmas Lights Switch-onMarket Square
6pm onwards
December 2008
6-7, 13-14, 20-24Santa 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
6Prodgrow Food MarketHigh Street
6St 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 the restoration and maintenance of our historic church. If you wish to donate items, please contact the Parish Administrator on 01420 83234, weekday mornings.
St Lawrence Church Hall
9am-12.30pm
6Alton Community Centre Indoor Market
Stalls include, craft, cards, gifts, stamps, jewellery, crystals, watches, Vigin Vie, Body Shop, woven rugs & cushions, preserves and much more. Ring 01420 85057 or pop in for more info or to book a stall.
Alton Community Centre
10am - 2pm
7Yuletide FestivalTown Centre
2-4pm
20Farmers MarketHigh Street
27Christmas Leave
Experience the sights and sounds of a WWII Christmas. Civilian & military re-enactors, vehicles and more.
Watercress Line
This programme is co-ordinated by Alton Initiatives Management Ltd. For event inclusion contact us