This group aims to promote and improve Alton as a market town. It will organise a civil war weekend in April in collaboration with the English Civil War Society to commemorate the Battle of Alton in 1643. An Awards for All grant will contribute towards the costs of this event which includes a range of activities such as a battle re-enactment, displays of cannon firing, drill practise, living history displays and opportunities for local people to try traditional crafts.