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North HampshireAlton

Alton,  an historic market town whose prosperity was based on the wool trade and brewing.

There are Georgian buildings in the High Street, and a Tudor cottage was once the home of the poet Spenser in Amery Street.

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Alton Tourist Attractions

                 
Curtis Museum, High Street, celebrates the towns brewery and history, Tel:  01420 82802
    
Alton Abbey, at Beech, east of the A339, Benedictine monks live in the Abbey, grounds and woodlands.
  
Watercress Line, terminus of the Mid-Hants Railway steam trains from Alresford, recreate the pre-war years plus Thomas the Tank Engine and characters, watch out for the Fat Controller!, Ticket Charge
  
Tours of Bass Brewery, groups only, week days only,so telephone! Tel: 01420 541177
        
Jane Austen's House at Chawton, A31 south, 17th century house where Jane Austen lived 1809-1817, period rooms, garden, shop Tel: 01420 83262 Admission Charge
   
Field Marshall Montgomery buried at Binsted church, west off A31
   
The village of Selborne, B3006, is famous as the place for the wildlife study by  Gilbert White, recorded in The Natural History of Selborne. His house contains a museum. The gardens have been restored to his original plans. More on the gardens
 

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The Swan Hotel High Street Alton GU34 1AT MAP
The Swan dates back to 1377 and retains many of its original features. The intimate restaurant serves traditional dishes and has an extensive wine list.

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Alton House Normandy Street Alton GU34 1DW MAP
Located in Jane Austen country with many places of special interest close at hand. Alton House provides the style of a country retreat with its spacious grounds, tennis courts and outdoor swimming pool yet is only minutes walk from the town ...

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Alton Grange Hotel London Road Alton GU34 4EG MAP
The Grange Hotel stands in glorious landscaped gardens on the outskirts of the market town of Alton in Hampshire with views over the surrounding countryside. Yet just one hour to the south of Central London (train Alton/Waterloo)..

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The Swan Hotel High Street Alton GU34 1AT MAP
An ideal base for Business and Leisure Guests. Situated in the Heart of Alton, you do not need a Taxi or Bus to access the Towns local facilities.Our guests include many people of sense and sensibility - that is to say, devotees of Jane Austen..

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Guest Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels


Travelodge Alton Four Marks A31 156 Winchester Road Four Marks Alton GU34 5HZ

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Holiday Cottages


The Coach House Kingsley near Alton
Delightful Victorian coach house in peaceful farm location. Situated near to the farmhouse, it provides beautifully presented first floor accommodation with wonderful views over unspoilt countryside. Enjoy walks from the door on the ... Sleeps 2

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Around The Alton Area

Travel across the countryside to historic Winchester, or maybe a shopping trip to Basingstoke.

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

Farnham (8.81 miles) Liphook (9.04 miles) Alresford (9.09 miles) Basingstoke (9.15 miles) Petersfield (10.08 miles) Hindhead (10.74 miles) Aldershot (11.26 miles) Haslemere (12.27 miles) Frimley (15.09 miles) Midhurst (15.28 miles) Winchester (15.88 miles)

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Area Telephone Code
01420

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