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Nestled in the rolling hills of the Hampshire Downs, Alton is a market town that has managed to retain a distinct sense of identity, despite being positioned right on the edge of the London commuter belt. It sits at the source of the River Wey and serves as a natural hub for the surrounding villages, with a traditional high street and a weekly market that dates back to the 13th century. Historically, the town is perhaps best known for its links to Jane Austen, who lived in nearby Chawton, and for the Battle of Alton during the English Civil War - bullet holes from which can still be seen in the flint walls of St Lawrence’s Church. Geographically, it is well-placed for those who need a balance between rural and urban life; it marks the final stop on the railway line from Waterloo and sits at the gateway to the South Downs National Park. It’s an area where practical amenities like the local sports centre and good schools are balanced by the immediate access to ancient woodlands and long-distance walking trails.