Why Alton?
Originally built round a wealthy Saxon settlement, today’s town centre offers a delightful mix of historic buildings jostling with modern shops and arcades. Visitors enjoy the many markets, fairs and other events held in the town. To the south of Alton lies the South Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, rich in wildlife and unique natural features such as the hanging woods or hangers and the sunken lanes that cut through them.
Activities to enjoy in Alton
Around 500 miles of footpaths and bridleways thread their way through this region of East Hampshire. Long rambles or short strolls, wheelchair paths or nature trails, riverside, village and town walks are all possible. For cyclists, quiet country lanes can be used to explore peaceful and scenic areas and there are circular routes for horse riders to enjoy.
The Access Hampshire site gives details of many ways to enjoy the Countryside including walking, cycling and horse riding. The site also lists details of country parks and nature reserves across South East Hampshire. To visit Access Hampshire, click here
Click below more information on the activities you can enjoy in Alton:
Planning your stay in Alton
Whether you come to Alton for one night or stay for a longer visit, click on the links below to find all you need to know about where to stay, where to eat and drink and other activities on offer in the area.
