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Welcome to Alton

Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Alton - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.

Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Alton to suit all the family, whatever the weather.

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Tourist Attractions


Alton Towers

Unleash a torrent of thrill ride roller coaster fun at the fantabulous world of the Alton Towers ResortThe Theme Park Re‐opens for February Half Term from 18th ‐ 22nd February 2014. There is something for all thrillseekers and families, with tons of terrific rides, blockbusting attractions, amazing live…

Churnet Valley Railway

'The Railway in the Valley'. Cheddleton Station is located towards the northern end of the current Churnet Valley line and is the headquarters of the railway. It is one of only three original Churnet Valley Stations that have survived demolition in the 1960s and 1970s the other…

Foxfield Light Railway

The Foxfield Light Railway is one of the UKs earliest heritage railways. The line was built in the 1890s and unlike many lines which follow valleys, the Foxfield Railway maintains a 5 mile round journey which boldly crosses open moorland, hills and woodland. This results in spectacular…

Uttoxeter Racecourse

Uttoxeter Racecourse is a great day out for all the family. There are 25 race meetings spread throughout the year. Kids go free.Uttoxeter Racecourse is part of Arena Racing Company ARC, which operates 15 racecourses across the UK. All of our racecourses are versatile venues that…

Cheddleton Flint Mill

Cheddleton Flint Mill is a fine example of a water mill that ground flint for the pottery industry. The site features two water mills, a small museum, a period cottage, traditional narrow‐boat and many other exhibits.Cheddleton Flint Mill consists of a complex of buildings including two separate…

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