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.
Alton has a Tourist Information CentreAlton Abbey Abbey Road, Beech, Alton GU34 4AP
An Anglican, Benedictine monastry with grounds and woodlands. Alton Abbey information
Binsted Church Binsted, Alton
A medieval church, the last resting place of Field Marshal Lord Montgomery. Binsted Church information
Gilbert White's House & Gardens The Wakes, Selborne, Alton GU34 3JH
The home of the famous naturalists, with gardens and a museum. Gilbert White's House & Gardens information
Curtis Museum High Street, Alton GU34 1BA
Discover the local history of the town. Curtis Museum information
Jane Austen's House Museum Chawton, Alton GU34 1SD
The life and times of Jane Austen. Jane Austen's House Museum information
Watercress Line Station Road, Alresford SO24 9JG
Enjoy a ride on a steam train. Watercress Line information
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Gosport Road Alton GU34 3NN MAP Situated in the heart of Hampshire, The Angel a Citylodge Hotel is just 20 minutes' drive from historic Winchester. The hotel has a cosy ale bar, a traditional restaurant and rooms with free Wi-Fi. More Information and Book ... |
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Normandy Street Alton GU34 1DW MAP Situated in spacious grounds, the Alton House Hotel is the largest hotel in Alton featuring outdoor tennis courts, ample free parking and free Wi-Fi. Alton town centre is just a 5-minute walk. More Information and Book ... |
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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.. More Information and Book ... |
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A31 156 Winchester Road Four Marks Alton GU34 5HZ MAP More Information and Book ... |
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Upper Neatham Mill Lane Holybourne near Alton GU34 4EP MAP Set in a 17th-century barn, Upper Neatham Mill offers hearty breakfasts and luxury rooms with antique furniture. The B&B is situated just outside Alton in scenic Hampshire. More Information and Book ... |
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High Street Selborne near Alton GU34 3JJ MAP Guests wishing to find an historic escape in rural Hampshire can enjoy contemporary styled rooms at The Queens at Selbourne. More Information and Book ... |
Visit historic Winchester on a day out.
Towns Near Alton To Visit - straight line distance:
Farnham (8.81 miles) Liphook (9.04 miles) Alresford (9.09 miles) Basingstoke (9.15 miles)
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