Aldershot, Hampshire

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Aldershot is a town located in the English county of Hampshire, southwest of London. The town has a population of 36,321. Aldershot is referred to among locals as the “Home of the British Army”. A status which was as a result of the military presence that contributed to its rapid growth from a small village into a modern day town. The town's name was probably derived from the alder trees found in the area.
 
Before the year 1850, not much was known about Aldershot, the area was a large expanse of land which was unsuitable for most forms of agriculture and had scant population. It began to gain prominence during the Crimean war when the British Army established a permanent training camp in 1854. Aldershot’s population increased from about 900 people to over 2000 people. By 1861, the population of the town had increased to as much as 16,000 people including over 9000 from the military. The population continued to grow as the development of the town was on the rise. A rebuilding of the barrack was executed between 1961 and 1969.

Aldershot Military Town is a garrison town located Aldershot and North Camp near Farnborough that serves as a location of military presence in the area. In the town are the Garrison’s Married quarters, Army playing fields, barracks and other facilities. Some of the military town’s landmarks include the Aldershot Observatory, Aldershot Military Cemetery, the Royal Garrison Church, the statue of the first Duke of Wellington mounted on his horse, which is situated on Round Hill behind the Royal Garrison Church, and other churches.
 
ATTRACTIONS        

Alpine Snowsports Centre - There is the Alpine snowsports centre, where visitors can go skiing, snowboarding and other snow sporting activities. They have supportive staffs that can teach novices and help the seasoned ones learn more. The atmosphere at the place is friendly and enjoyable.

Aldershot Military Museum - The Aldershot museum is a very nice and interesting place to visit with the family. The museum offers great insight into the British Army. They offer couple of quizzes for young children, the staffs are pleasant. There are little vehicles the kids could play with. There are a variety of hot and cold drinks for the family. Cost of entry is only £3.00 per adult for a visit.

Arlington Stadium - This is another attraction that guarantees a great night out seeing stock racing cars, superb entertainment at reasonable prices. Great for race lovers. An ideal family meeting place great for all the family. Family tickets are available. Pace car rides for the kids are also available.

Army Golf Club - A superbly set club with a well stocked bar and a lovely patio area. Great staff, friendly and ready to attend to your needs. Nestled alongside the 18th green is the bar where you can grab a cold beer. The course is good and the fees are reasonable for the area.

EVENTS

Lost World Zoo Exhibition - A nice exhibition for the family which includes all inclusive activities for everyone. A magical menagerie of extinct animals, made from building bricks. The family can get involved with LEGO play tablets and lots more to do, see and make. The exhibition holds at the Aldershot Military Museum Every day of the week.

Live at the Harlington

Live at the Harlington holds on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. It features the best Acoustic sounds from all over the country. It also affords local performers the opportunity to perform to an audience. Artists include singers, song  writers, bands and musicians.

Alzheimer's Afternoon - A free workshop organized by the Surrey Health and Wellbeing Team for people with Dementia. The informative narration explains the various types of dementia and the different stages of the disease development. The next one holds at the Farnham Library between 2pm and 3:30pm on May 22, 2014.

Aldershot is also well known for its beautiful landscape with an abundance of rare flower species. If you are looking to order flowers from Aldershot for your decorations or any other use, we can send to Aldershot or around Hampshire County for you. Our Aldershot flower ranges include a wide array of flowers in bouquets and arrangements you can choose from like our Classic Bouquets and Colorful flower Bouquets.

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