Ginny Boxall District Councillor for Whitedown

17/07/2026

The Big Butterfly Count 2026 is here! 🦋

From now until 9 August, spend 15 minutes outside counting the butterflies you see and help us take nature's pulse.

With 80% of UK butterfly species in decline, it’s never been more important to understand how our insects are responding to climate change and habitat loss.

The best part? Anyone, anywhere can take part. No lab coats. No science degrees. Just 15 minutes of your time. ⏱️

Count yourself in 👉 https://butrfli.es/3SVFepj

15/07/2026

The Weekly Altonian – Week 27

In this week’s Altonian:

Alton In Bloom – closes on 31st July
Fun Fridays – Start on 24th July
Alton Arts Festival
Town Guided Walks
Alton Repair Cafe
And so much more

There will be no Weekly Altonian next week. The next issue will be on the 31st July.

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14/07/2026

11/07/2026

Advance warning that there could be some traffic delays on the weekend of the convention 24-26th July

10/07/2026

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10/07/2026

10/07/2026

Current Status for South East Water in Alton:Status: Voluntary Red Alert.Rule: You are legally allowed to use your hosepipe, but are strongly urged not to.Request: Swap your hosepipe for a watering can to protect local water storage levels.

09/07/2026

Following my report of the damaged car I have confirmation that it will be removed shortly

08/07/2026

Please see below an update on the Gas Lamp in Kings road

Hi Ginny,

Many thanks for your email.

The purchase order has been issued to William Sugg & Co and they have commenced work on the repair and refurbishment of the column.

Unfortunately, this is likely to take between 16 and 20 weeks, although they will try to complete it sooner.

I will keep you posted on progress.

Kind regards,

Simon Carpenter