All of Alresford Behind Festival
14th April 2008
Alresford Rugby Club
Helping as event stewards, with thanks also to Paul Rees for assistance with the World Watercress Eating Championships!
Formed in 1991, the club consisted of a single, senior team of XV players for the first season. It then expanded into two teams and gained promotion through the Hampshire Leagues to gain Hampshire League 1 in 2004.
New young enthusiastic players have since joined a nucleus of seasoned players with the aim of helping the team get back to those lofty heights! The club currently plays in Bighton and enjoys the use of changing and social facilities at Arlebury Park in Alresford, although it is the aim to achieve pitches in Alresford itself so that the club may be opened up to provide rugby at youth level. Training is on Tuesday evenings in Bighton from 7.15pm – do pop up and join us! Contact: www.alresfordrfc.org
The Alresford & Cheriton Scout Group
Helping to keep the festival area clean and tidy!
The Alresford & Cheriton Scout Group is based in the Scout Hut, off Bridge Road, and has a long history of providing the young people of Alresford and surrounding districts with a vibrant and energetic programme of activities focusing on outdoor pursuits, fun and friendship. Scouts take part in a balanced programme that helps them to find out about the world in which they live, encourages them to know their own abilities and the importance of keeping fit and helps develop their creative talents. It also provides opportunities to explore their own values and personal attitudes. The Club is always keen to hear from adults who have time to volunteer to work with the group. Contact: www.alresfordcheritonscouts.co.uk
Old Alresford Cricket Club
Helping to marshal car parking!
A village cricket club with its home ground in a delightful setting at Upton Park Farm. The club are in regional Division 1 North of the Hampshire Cricket League. On Saturday afternoons, the Club plays competitive but enjoyable 42 overs per side matches. Contact: John Stanbrook on 01962 733612.
The Alresford Pigs Association
Helping to ensure the safe passage of the festival procession, and advising members of the public!
A voluntary group who proactively raise money from events and activities for distribution to local causes. The Alresford Duck Races, the putting up of Christmas trees and the taking of entry fees at the Alresford show are just some of the fundraising events supported by the Pigs. Local causes include nurseries and playgroups, schools, individuals and families, senior members of the community as well as clubs and organisations. Contact Peter Blewett on 01962 734797 or www.alresfordpigs.org.
Alresford Rotary Club
Helping to marshal car parking for the third year running!
Part of the international organisation, Alresford Rotary Club was established just over 20 years ago. There are 35 members who all live locally, meeting each week for dinner. Their motto is "Service above Self" and their objective is to give support to local, national, and international projects, although our prime aim is not merely to act as fund-raisers. In Alresford, thee club runs the annual Bonfire Night celebrations at Arlebury Park, sells Christmas trees and other similar activities. This year, they are also organising a 10K. Fun Run on June 15th - why not enter? The Rotary Club is always on the look-out for new members. Contact: Peter Tudor on 01962 733666.
St. John's Parish Church
Helping today by serving teas and handmade cakes!
In a major fund-raising event for this ancient church, volunteers from the church will be serving teas, coffees and homemade cakes from 11am- 4pm in the John Pearson Hall. Follow the signs up the path between Barclays Bank and the opticians. This is a major fund-raising event for our church so please come and support us! Contact: www.stjohnsalresford.org.uk
