Welcome to Alton

Alton is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. It is situated on the eastern edge of the Peak District National Park and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. Alton is known for its stunning scenery, charming architecture, and friendly community.

One of the most notable landmarks in Alton is the Alton Towers theme park. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the UK and attracts millions of visitors every year. The park features a variety of thrilling rides, including roller coasters, water rides, and family-friendly attractions. In addition to the theme park, Alton also has a number of other attractions, including the historic Alton Castle, the beautiful Alton Towers Gardens, and the picturesque Churnet Valley Railway.

Alton is also home to a number of local businesses, including shops, restaurants, and pubs. The village has a strong sense of community, and residents take pride in supporting local businesses. Alton is a great place to live or visit, with its stunning scenery, rich history, and friendly community. Whether you're looking for a day out with the family or a peaceful retreat in the countryside, Alton has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

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Local Schools

School Details
Eastwood Grange School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:9-18
Head Teacher
Mr Stuart Lees
Eastwood Grange
Milken Lane
Ashover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 0BA
01246590255
School Website
Ashover Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Sue Myhill
Narrowleys Lane
Ashover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 0AU
01246590207
School Website
Holmgate Primary School And Nursery
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Tim Priestley
Holmgate Road
Clay Cross
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 9QD
01246862270
School Website
Stretton Handley Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Louise Nicholson
Beresford Lane
Woolley Moor
Alfreton
Derbyshire
DE55 6FH
01246590418
School Website
Deer Park Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Annette Lupton
New Road
Wingerworth
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 6TD
01246232696
School Website
Tupton Hall School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Knowles
Station New Road
Old Tupton
Chesterfield
S42 6LG
1246863127
School Website
Tupton Primary And Nursery Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Katherine Richards
Queen Victoria Road
New Tupton
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 6DY
1246862191
School Website
Hunloke Park Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jennifer Murphy
Lodge Drive
Wingerworth
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 6PT
01246276831
School Website
Sharley Park Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Nicola Stevenson
Pilsley Road
Danesmoor
Clay Cross
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 9BN
01246864833
School Website
North Wingfield Primary And Nursery Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachael Peacock
80 Chesterfield Road
North Wingfield
Derbyshire
S42 5LE
1246851176
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chesterfield
Corporation Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7UB
4.71 Miles
Matlock
Station Yard, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3NA
4.79 Miles
Matlock Bath
Dale Road, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 5JA
5.12 Miles
Cromford
Lea Road, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 5JJ
5.64 Miles
Alfreton
Mansfield Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JQ
6.37 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Way 2 Travel
01246 864557
160 North Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9PT
1.36 Miles
Lakeside Chauffeurs
01246 271978
79 New Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6UJ
1.78 Miles
A2b Cars
01246 863800
Market Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JE
1.94 Miles
Shaws Taxis Ltd
01246 863840
20-22 Thanet Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JR
2.05 Miles
Cross County Cars
01246 862800
20-22 Thanet Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JR
2.05 Miles
Mick's Minibus Hire
01246 864873
20-22 Thanet Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JR
2.05 Miles
Marks Taxis
01246 239106
16 Lydgate Drive, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6TF
2.07 Miles
Lincoln Chauffeur Executive Services
01522 723591
10 Birkin Avenue, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6DT
2.09 Miles
Prestige Cars
01246 864743
9 Ford St, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6YN
2.18 Miles
Bob Parry Airport Transfers And Taxi Services
01246 850272
Carendon, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 5LD
3.06 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Quarry Lane Farm
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Press Lane
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Far Hill
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Littlemoor
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Millfield Park
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Ashover Post Office
Collection Today available until:16:00
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Marsh Green Lane
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Church Street
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Rock Crescent
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Hockley Lane
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Holmgate Post Office
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Weekday Last Collection:16:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Holmgate Road
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Kelstedge Lane
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Woodland Grove
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Pearce Lane
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Ashover Medical Centre
01246 590711
Ashover Medical Centre
Milken Lane
Ashover
Chesterfield
S45 0BA
New Road Surgery
New Road
Wingerworth
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 6TD
Royal Primary Care Clay Cross
01246 866771
Blue Dykes Surgery
Eldon St, Clay Cross
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 9NR
Clay Cross Medical Centre
01246 862237
Bridge Street
Clay Cross
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 9NG
Wingerworth Medical Centre
01246 276590
Wingerworth Medical Ctr
Allendale Rd,Wingerworth
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 6PX
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Local Stores

North Wingfield
21 Williamthorpe Road
North Wingfield
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 5PD
01246 853755
Store Website
3.18 miles
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SPAR Wingerworth
SPAR
Unit 3 Allendale Road
48 Castle Street
Chesterfield
S42 6PX
01246 555405
Store Website
2.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Charlesworth Veterinary Surgery
57-59 Broadleys
Clay Cross
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 9JN
01246 862266
reception@charlesworthvets.com
Website
2.04 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
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Cats

Dogs

Poultry

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Vets Now Chesterfield
C/O The Charlesworth Veterinary Centre
55 - 59 Broadleys
Clay Cross
Derbyshire
S45 9JN
01246 930560
chesterfieldclinic@vets-now.com
Website
2.04 miles
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Cats

Dogs

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Matt Smith Vets
6 Florence Road
Clay Cross
Derbyshire
S45 9ND
01246 587001
hello@mattsmithvets.com
Website
2.39 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

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Quietus Vet - Caring Pet Euthanasia
3 Ogston
Higham
Alfreton
Derbyshire
DE55 6EL
01773 404 063
help@quietusvet.co.uk
Website
2.87 miles
Amenities
Mobile services only

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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Vets4pets Chesterfield Ravenside
Inside Pets At Home
Ravenside Retail Park
Markham Road
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S40 1TA
01246 557 555
chesterfield@companioncare.co.uk
Website
4.28 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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Vetcare @ Home Peak Pharmacy
Ashgate Manor
Ashgate Road
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S40 4AA
Chesterfield@vetcarehome.co.uk
4.51 miles
Amenities
Mobile services only

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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Local Dog Walks

Linacre Reservoirs
Severn Trent Managed Site (Old Fresh Water Reserve For Chesterfield). Parking Is Pay And Display Or There Is An Annual Permit You Can Get From Severn Trent. You Can Walk Your Dog Off Lead Around Two Of The Three Reservoirs. The Top Reservoir Is A Nature Reserve And Dogs Must Be On Lead.
Linacre Reservoirs
Woodnook Lane
Cutthorpe
5.37 miles

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Crich Tramway Village
Tramway Museum Which Is Fascinating In Itself. Dogs Are Made Most Welcome Even For Rides In The Trams, But There Is Also Walks Along The Tramway. A Kids Play Area As Well As Picnic Areas.
Plaistow Green Rd
Lancashire
5.79 miles

Matlock
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Hardwick Hall
With 2,500 Acres Of Parkland To Explore, This Walk Leads You On A Three-Mile Loop, With Views Of Hardwick Hall From The Far Side Of The Valley.
S44 5RW
5.85 miles

8 Miles South-East Of Chesterfield, Via A6175. Leave M1 Exit 29, Follow Brown Signs.
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Hardwick Hall
Hardwick Hall Is A National Trust Property So Parking And Is Free For Nt Members. There Are Various Walks Around The Hall. Some Link To The Teversal Trial Where Others Are A 45Min - 1 Hr Walk Around The Park Area. Small Wooden Area And Then Pathways Around The Hall And Parkland. We Go Most Weekends (As Its Local). Lovely Newly Renovated Cafe/Restaurant For Coffee, Breakfast Or Lunch. Great Play Area And Picnic Area For Kids. Woodland Trial With Climbing Log, Swings Etc.
Hardwick Old Hall
Doe Lea
Chesterfield
S44 5QJ
6.28 miles

Hardwick Hall M1 Junction 29
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Chatsworth Park
A Circular Walk Through Chatsworth Park, Passing By Chatsworth House And Through The Village Of Edensor, Then Along The Bank Of The River Derwent.
DE4 2NX
6.97 miles

From The M6: Take J29 Chesterfield And Follow The Brown Signs. From Matlock: Take The A6, Then The B6012.
Stanton Stroll
Reading Room Cottage
Park Ln
Stanton In Peak
Matlock
DE4 2LU
7.54 miles

Head Up The Hill From The Pub
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