COMMUNITY
New Alresford Town Council events provide the public with an overview of the Neighbourhood Plan process and how they can get involved. The Neighbourhood Plan Advisory Group is now formed and progressing the Plan and can be contacted via the mailbox NPAG@newalresfordtc.gov.uk Please visit the Neighbourhood Plan page on our website for further updates.
New Play Area at Stratton Bates
Exciting news at Stratton Bates Recreation Ground! Work is well underway with the construction of a brand-new play area. The new play area is funded by the town residents via the council with contributions from, Alresford PIGS, Rotary and Alresford Youth Association for which we are grateful. Subject to the contractors being on schedule, the playground will be officially opened by Alresford children on Thursday 21 July, at 2pm in time for the summer school holidays. Keep an eye on the New Alresford Town Council website and Facebook page for updates.
New Alresford Neighbourhood Plan
On 28th April 2022, a Community Engagement event took place for the Neighbourhood Plan. This is an interesting, ongoing project for New Alresford and the conclusions of the event can be read in full on the New Alresford Town council website – Neighbourhood Plan page. These
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Thursday Market
Cars parked on Broad Street prevent the popular Thursday market from setting up properly. Please can we kindly request that you do not obstruct the stall holders setting up on Thursday mornings.
Queens Platinum Jubilee Celebrations
On Saturday 4th June, many Alresford residents joined friends and family to enjoy the sunshine at the Picnic in the park organised by the “Coordinating Alresford” – Town Council, Rotary, The PIGS, New Leaf, Chamber of Commerce and Churches
Together to celebrate the Jubilee. Activities included best dressed wheelbarrow, photo and best crown competitions, music, refreshments, and entertainment were enjoyed by all. Hardy fans stayed to dance the night away watching the concert from Buckingham Palace with Diana Ross and others on the big screen. A big thank you to all those that assisted with the event and helped to make it an enjoyable day out. Also, to all the Alresford knitters and the Sip and Stich group who together knitted the four Union Jack flags that were on display at the event
Antisocial Behaviour Unfortunately, our parks are suffering from antisocial behaviour, many complaints received regarding loud foul
language, broken glass on the grass and in the football stands at Arlebury Park, loud music, litter and drug use, sadly we have lost another tree that was pulled out of the ground. The matter has been reported to the police and the Winchester Rural Team visit regularly. If you witness any antisocial behaviour, please report to the police immediately.
Grants
We award grants to local groups and charities serving our community every quarter. If you would like to be considered, please submit your application by Tuesday 5 July 2022. Applications will be considered at the next Town Council meeting on 26 July 2022. Please visit our website for more details. We look forward to hearing from you. Call us: 01962 732079 E-mail us: townclerk@ newalresford-tc.gov.uk New Alresford Town Council Alresford Recreation Centre, The Avenue, SO24 9EP
