Alton

Alton is a market town in East Hampshire that stretches along a river with Georgian buildings in its center and rural surroundings. The town layout blends historic structures with working agricultural landscapes that frame the built environment.

The town began as a market settlement and grew into an important trading center for the surrounding area. During the English Civil War, a major battle took place here in 1643, leaving lasting marks on the local buildings.

The Curtis Museum displays objects from different periods and tells the story of the region from early settlements to today. The collection helps visitors understand how this place developed over hundreds of years.

The railway station offers direct connections to larger cities and serves daily commuters and visitors. The town center has walkable streets and several parking options for those arriving by car.

Excavations in 1996 uncovered Iron Age coins and jewelry that shed light on early settlement before Roman times. These findings show that the region was already populated and economically active over two thousand years ago.

Location: East Hampshire

Shares border with: Golden Pot

Website: http://alton.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.14980,-0.97690

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:21