What is it about Alton, this little market town,

That makes me leap to its defence when others put it down.

Why do I feel so strongly about its present and its past,

What do I want to change and what do I hope will last.

I hope our children will inherit the parks and open space,

And that the library and museums will also have their place.

But right now, here in Alton, what is it that’s sublime,

What makes us different from the rest and stands the test of time.

It’s not the buildings or the landscape that makes this town the best,

Or the Clubs and Pubs that sets it apart from all the rest.

It’s the friendliness of Alton folk that many people seek,

And in my opinion that’s the reason Alton is unique

Linda Schofield  Seenager (Senior Citizen)