Frequently asked questions

How can I contact Alresford Crafts?

Alresford Crafts once produced high quality soft toys here in the town but they closed their business some twenty years ago and the toys are no longer produced. Unfortunately we do not have any contact details for them or anybody who used to work there.

Can you send me some brochures or leaflets?

The web site was set up and is run on a voluntary basis and we do not have the resources, financial or otherwise, to send out publicity. All available information is contained within the web site and is more comprehensive than the information contained in published material.

Do you have any information on Mr or Mrs X?

We do not have access to any information that is not freely available to anybody who has Internet access, e.g. telephone records, electoral rolls, census data, etc. and unless the individual was a prominent citizen of Alresford it is unlikely that we will be able to provide any information.

Can we travel directly to Alresford by train?

The nearest networked railway stations are Winchester and Alton and there is a bus service, at least once per hour during the day to Alresford. The Watercress Line heritage steam railway connects with the main line at Alton but there are no through trains. The Watercress Line does not run a regular passenger service from Alton to Alresford, it is mainly a visitor attraction, but timetable details are available at www.watercressline.co.uk

How do we get our business details on to the web site?

Members of the Alresford Chamber of Commerce have their details included as part of their membership. If you details do not appear within 60 days of joining the Chamber please e-mail. Advertisers in the Alresford Diary & Directory of Services and the Alresford Pocket Guide also have their details included as part of the package. Again if your details do not appear within 30 days of publication please e-mail.

If you are neither a Chamber member or advertiser we will include your details but there is a one-off charge of £25.00 which includes all subsequent changes and updates. E-mail us your details and we will add them to the site and send you an invoice.

How do we get details of our club or society on to the web site?

There is no charge for the inclusion of any non-commercial organisation or society - just e-mail the details. We do reserve the right to edit or reduce the copy. Please remember to advise us of any changes in the details.

Can our pictures be posted against our directory entry?

We are happy to use your pictures on the understanding that they can be freely downloaded and used by anybody and that you retain no rights or copyright over them. Simply e-mail. them to us.

When was the web site established and how many visitors does it get?

The web site was established in 2003 and is now regularly receiving 25000 unique visits per month with many more page enquiries or hits.

To include your details or correct an entry in this web site please e-mail:

This web site is published by Roy Gentry. All details are believed to be correct at time of publication, but no responsibility can be taken for errors, omissions or subsequent alterations.

Web site design and creation by Roy Gentry.

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