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Alton (/ ˈ ɔː l t ən / AWL-tən) is a market town and civil parish in East Hampshire, England, near the source of the northern branch of the River Wey. It had a population of 19,425 at the 2021 census. Alton was recorded in the Domesday Survey of 1086 as Aoltone. During the Saxon period Alton was known as Aweltun.
Jul 29, 2024 · Alton, town (parish), East Hampshire district, administrative and historic county of Hampshire, southern England. It lies among the downs on the River Wey, about 18 miles (29 km) northeast of Winchester by road. The Church of St. Lawrence is in the Perpendicular style with a Norman tower.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
The thriving market town of Alton offers a delightful mix of historic buildings and modern shops and arcades. It is well known for its regular Tuesday market day as well as other markets and fairs. The Curtis Museum has one of the finest local history collections in Hampshire.
Hampshire’s friendliest market town, Alton is a delightful and welcoming place and the ideal base for exploring. The surrounding area, home to Jane Austen, is renowned for its tranquil and unspoilt beauty.
Things to Do in Alton, England: See Tripadvisor's 13,665 traveller reviews and photos of Alton tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Alton. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Things to Do in Alton, England: See Tripadvisor's 13,672 traveler reviews and photos of Alton tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Alton. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Situated at the source of the River Wey and enjoying a rural backdrop at the gateway to the South Downs National Park, Alton is known by many as “Jane Austen Country” with its close ties to...
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