DECEMBER 21: Alton Ramblers meet 9.50am at Alton Sports Centre lower car park (SU 704380) for five-mile walk led by Ray and Diana, starting 10am. Walk taking in Alton’s beautiful public spaces, to include Windmill Hill and views, King’s Pond, Flood Meadows and Public Gardens. Call 01962 733934 or visit altonramblers.org.uk.

DECEMBER 22: Barryoke at Alton Community Centre. Barry Buckley sings classic songs and hosts a night of entertainment in The Lounge Bar, 7.30pm-11pm. Entry £4 on the door. Visit altoncommunitycentr.org.uk.

DECEMBER 23: Carols around the tree community carol service in Alton’s Market Square, 7pm-7.45pm. Accompanied by Alton Salvation Army band.

DECEMBER 24: Cue Starlight carol service for Christmas Eve at Alton Salvation Army, Amery Street, 6pm-7pm. Call 01420 84456.

DECEMBER 26: Hampshire Hunt Boxing Day meet at The Butts, Alton, 11am.

JANUARY 1: Lasham Gliding 9th annual New Year’s Day charity run: 11am start at clubhouse. Run (or walk) three miles around the airfield. For adults and children over the age of 10. No dogs (due to flying activity). Refreshments and tombola. Car parking via Avenue Road entrance. All proceeds to the Cinnamon Trust (national charity for the elderly and terminally ill people and their pets). Entry £5 on day. For sponsorship forms, call organiser Marjorie Hobby on 01420 85458 or e-mail [email protected].