
NEW WEBSITE LAUNCHING MONDAY 6TH JULY 9.00AM
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COORS AND THE REDEVELOPMENT OF OUR GROUND |
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Previous applications by Coors and their agents to build houses on our ground have been rejected by the planning authority. One of the reasons for refusal was the unsatisfactory arrangements to relocate the football stadium and ATFC. For the past year or so things have been quiet, presumably as the value of land declined. Coors have recently changed their agents and appointed Alton based Chris Glanfield who, obviously, should have a greater knowledge of the local scene and what is required to be provided under planning regulations when a sports field is to be redeveloped. It appears now that a planning application to redevelop our ground will shortly be made by Asda Supermarkets - with Coors being responsible for the relocation of the football & bowls club from the Bass ground. On Wednesday last week Alton Town Council agreed that Coors can draw up plans (which would still have to be agreed and passed) to upgrade & develop the Diggers area of Anstey Park to accommodate pitches and pavilions suitable for youth football (previous suggestions for a full stadium for us at Diggers met with opposition because of floodlights and high fence enclosure - this new suggestion for Diggers is without floodlights and would have less buildings, regarded by some as an intrusion in that area.) Should the proposed Diggers plan more adequately meet the requirements of Alton United Youth FC they would then move to Diggers from their current home at the Anstey Park Enclosure (stadium). This would then free up the Anstey Park Enclosure to be upgraded (at Coors' cost) to a stadium of Wessex League standards (to FA Ground Grading 'F') and allow Alton Town FC to lease that upgraded facility from Alton Town Council. There is, obviously, a long way to go and much to be negotiated in pulling this plan together to the satisfaction of all parties - including ATFC. At first sight, however, there appears to be at least the basis of a plan that could lead to our football club being properly relocated from our current home. I will keep you informed as matters proceed. Jim McKell Chairman |
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| PRE SEASON FRIENDLY DATE FIXED ALTON TOWN Vs ALDERSHOT TOWN Saturday 4th July, Kick Off 3.00pm Delighted to announce that Aldershot's opening pre season friendly will again be hosted by Alton Town FC. Our thanks to Shots' Chairman, John McGinty and Manager, Garry Waddock for again being quick to agree (indeed, suggest) that we fix this up now and get on with it! The past two pre season meetings between the clubs have been wonderful, friendly encounters for all involved and a terrific way to banish the memory of those football-blank Saturdays of the summer! |
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| ANOTHER PRESTIGE HOME PRE-SEASON FRIENDLY ALTON TOWN Vs BASINGSTOKE TOWN Tuesday 28th July, Kick Off 7.30pm |
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![]() Alton Town supporters gather for departure to Cup Final on Wednesday 13th May |
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