The village of Alton, Staffordshire lies to the east of Stoke on Trent in the rolling countryside and is today famed for the theme park to the north of the village from which it takes its name, Alton Towers. The village of Alton is an ancient village tracing its history back to around 716 AD and with a castle being first mentioned in 1000 AD. The village is ideally situated on rising ground on the south slope of the Churnet Valley and today boasts some of the best views of the valley and surrounding areas. Today the castle, despite many reconstructions still occupies a predominant place in the village centre off Castle Hill Road and is still in use today as a retreat centre. The church of St Peter is to the west of the castle and dates back to the 13th century with some parts dating back to the late 12th century. There is also the Church of St John dating back to the middle of the 19th century and with some interesting features built by the 16th earl of Shrewsbury, John Talbot who’s tomb is located within the church. Alton has plenty to offer both the visitor and resident, not only is there plenty of history surrounding this small village but its setting within this picturesque countryside remains its most constant attraction.
Attraction
Alton Towers
Sea Life Alton Towers
Cottage
Doctor
Pub and Bar
Alton Bridge Hotel
Blacksmiths Arms
Bulls Head Inn
Lord Shrewsbury
White Hart
School
St John’s RC Primary School
St Peters C of E First School
Places to Stay near Alton
Bank House (0.32 miles)
Alton Towers Hotel (1.14 miles)
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The Alton Towers Hotel offers a unique glimpse into the wonderful eccentric inventions of Sir Algernon Aloysius Alton. Situated within Alton Towers, it is the ... More | visit website
Exmoor B&B (1.82 miles)
Peaceful Quixhill, 2 farms & 3 houses are surrounded by beautiful organic countryside ... More | visit website
Bank House (1.97 miles)
Riversholme (2.57 miles)
The Riversholme, hotel & restaurant, is a Georgian house hotel standing back off of the High Street in the ancient Roman settlement village of Rocester. An ideal base for visiting both Staffordshire and Debyshire, being close ... More | visit website
Alton Brook House (2.80 miles)
The Olde Chapel (4.10 miles)
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Set on a country lane just 4 miles from the thrills of Alton Towers and beautiful Dimmingdale, this delightful, smartly furnished and romantic chapel conversion lies amidst ... More
The Manor (4.20 miles)
Centrally located just 5 miles from Alton Towers and 9 miles from Uttoxeter racecourse, Cheadle is just 8 miles from Stoke and Leek and 10 from Stone. The Manor was ... More
Travelodge Uttoxeter (4.39 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Railway Inn Hotel (4.60 miles)
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