Alton, Staffordshire Hotels and Guest Houses

The town of Alton in Staffordshire is home to a fantastic range of activities, history and unusual stories! With a rich heritage and some fantastic architecture, as well as stunning natural surrounds, Alton hosts things to see and do that will appeal to all ages, interests and backgrounds.

Perhaps Alton's most notable attraction, Alton Towers, is situated in the town. A theme park built around an amazing stately home, Alton Towers features a rich variety of rides, rollercoaster's, sideshows and gift shops providing not just one day's worth of entertainment but a week's worth of different things to do. Alton Towers is home to some of the most famous rollercoaster's in the world and has set many records with its great rides. Alton Towers has rides for all ages and abilities and is definitely somewhere you should visit if enjoying a trip to the town.

Also in the area is Dimmings Dale, once a section of the Earl of Shrewsbury's land, is a hive of wildlife and beauty now owned mainly by the Forestry Commission. Dimmings Dale is considered as being one of the most beautiful parts of the Churnet Valley with a rich biodiversity, and offers tranquil and stunning walks through acres of peaceful, gorgeous wildlife. Perfect for picnics, Dimmings Dale is definitely worth a visit.

Alton has also achieved fame amongst those interested in supernatural phenomenon, as it is considered to be one of the most haunted villages in Staffordshire, with many ghostly sightings situated in most of the key areas, including Alton Towers. The main figure to have been spotted is a figure riding a horse whilst wearing a top hat, and sights have been reported in many different areas, including fields and back streets. So if you're interested in spooks and ghouls an overnight stay is definitely a consideration!

Alton also offers a vast array of accommodation and places to dine, with cafes, restaurants, delicatessens and pubs as well as some great evening entertainment. There are also a host of retail outlets, both independent and well recognised, allowing visitors to enjoy a more cosmopolitan feel whilst enjoying the rich history and culture of the village.

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