Welcome to Chawton

Chawton is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles south-west of Alton and is known for its connection to the famous novelist Jane Austen. The village is home to the Jane Austen's House Museum, which was the author's former residence and is now a popular tourist attraction. The museum displays a collection of Austen's personal belongings, including her writing desk and manuscripts.

Apart from the Jane Austen's House Museum, Chawton has several other attractions that are worth visiting. The Chawton House Library is a historic house that was once owned by Austen's brother, Edward. It now houses a collection of women's literature from the 1600s to the early 1900s. The village also has a beautiful church, St. Nicholas Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church has a unique feature, a ring of eight bells, which are still rung regularly.

Chawton is a picturesque village with a rich history and a strong connection to one of England's most famous authors. It is a popular destination for tourists who are interested in literature and history. The village has a range of accommodation options, including bed and breakfasts, self-catering cottages, and hotels. Visitors can also enjoy a range of activities, such as walking, cycling, and exploring the local countryside.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 5.2°C

Feels Like: 3.9°C

Wind: 3.8 MPH

Wind Dir: NNE

Local Schools

School	Details
Chawton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Sarah Goldsworthy	Chawton Alton Hampshire GU34 1SG 01420544381 School Website
The Butts Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Woodhouse	Bolle Road Alton Hampshire GU34 1PW 0 142084102 School Website
Saint Lawrence Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Micklefield	Amery Hill Alton Hampshire GU34 2BY 0 142084400 School Website
Amery Hill School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Stephen Mann	Amery Hill Alton Hampshire GU34 2BZ 0 142084545 School Website
Alton Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Richard Mead	Normandy Street Alton Hampshire GU34 1DH 0 142083857 School Website
Anstey Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Humphrey	Eastbrooke Road Alton Hampshire GU34 2DR 0 142084486 School Website
Bushy Leaze Early Years Centre La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Rebecca Hussey	Eastbrook Road Alton Hampshire GU34 2DR 0 142087675 School Website
Wootey Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Tim O'brien	Wooteys Way Alton Hampshire GU34 2JA 0 142082532 School Website
Wootey Infant School Community School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Ella Palmer	Wooteys Way Alton Hampshire GU34 2JA 0 142083656 School Website
Alton School Other Independent School Ages:1-18 Head Teacher Mr K Guest	Anstey Lane Alton Hampshire GU34 2NG 142082070 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Alton Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ 1.84 Miles

Bentley (Hampshire) Station Road, Bentley, Hampshire, GU10 5JZ 6.26 Miles

Liss Station Road, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 7AA 7.37 Miles

Petersfield Station Approach, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 3EE 8.80 Miles

Liphook Station Road, Liphook, Hampshire, GU30 7DR 9.17 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
H Cabs 01420 89047 80 Whitedown, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 1LS 0.99 Miles
Gng Personal And Corporate Travel 01420 83045 84B Queens Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 1HX 1.12 Miles
Court's Cars 01420 588007 Camville Cottage, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 3EA 1.54 Miles
T For Taxi 01420 544544 14 Beavers Close, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2EF 1.68 Miles
B K Taxis 01420 80507 9 Waterside Court, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PQ 1.70 Miles
Wilson Taxis 01420 87777 Station Rd Off Paper Mill Lane, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ 1.77 Miles
Duchess Vintage Cars 01420 87450 51 Old Odiham Rd, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2EJ 1.79 Miles
Chawton Cabs 01420 564448 Marchwood/The Shrave, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5BJ 2.18 Miles
Alton Taxis 01420 83657 39 Baverstocks, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2NT 2.42 Miles
Medstead Executive 01420 562210 Sunnydene/Stoney La, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5EL 2.76 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Chawton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mounters Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Treloars Hospital Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Bolle Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Borovere Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Borovere Gardens Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kings Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Will Hall Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Wincanton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Parsonage Close Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mount Pleasant Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wellhouse Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Chawton Park Surgery 01420 542542	Chawton Park Surgery Chawton Park Road Alton Hampshire GU34 1RJ
Wilson Practice 01420 84676	The Wilson Practice Alton Hc, Anstey Road Alton Hampshire GU34 2QX
Boundaries Surgery 01420 562153	Boundaries Surgery 17 Winchester Road Four Marks Alton,Hampshire GU34 5HG
Treloar School And College	Powell Drive Holybourne Alton GU34 4GL
Watercress Medical - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Mansfield Park Surgery Lymington Bottom Road Medstead Alton GU34 5EW

Local Stores

Alton - High Street
34E High Street
Alton
Hampshire
GU34 1BD
01420 541260
Store Website
1.47 miles

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SPAR - Alton
A31 Upper Froyle
Alton
GU34 4JQ
01420 222 67
Store Website
4.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Lumbry Park Veterinary Specialists
Selborne Road Alton Hampshire GU34 3HL 01420 481777 enquiries@lumbrypark.co.uk Website 0.90 miles
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Amery Veterinary Group
GU34 1HS 01420 82384 Website 1.54 miles
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Cedar Veterinary Group
5 Omega Park Alton Hampshire GU34 2QE 01420 82163 reception@cedarvet.com Website 1.75 miles
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M N Mollon &Amp; Partners Ltd
Wey Cottage Anstey Mill Lane Alton Hampshire GU34 2QQ info@mollonandpartners.co.uk Website 2.18 miles
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Cedar Veterinary Practice Ltd T/A Cedar Veterinary Group
Chawton End Branch Surgery 1A Winchester Road Four Marks Alton Hampshire GU34 5HD 01420 562048 fourmarks@cedarvet.com 2.34 miles
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Endell Farm Vets
Newton Wood Barns Newton Valence Alton Hampshire GU34 3EW 01722 333291 info@endellfarmvets.co.uk Website 2.86 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Copt Hill
23 Anstey Ln Alton GU34 2NB 2.27 miles Parking At Anstey Lane Park

Location what3words doghouse.sugars.grief

Selborne Common
This Circular Walk Tracks Through Trees And Open Glades. There Is Plenty Of Areas To Let Your Dog Off-Lead, But Remember To Be Considerate Of Others. GU34 3JR 3.16 miles From Petersfield, Head North On The A3 Towards London. At The Roundabout Follow The B3006 Towards Selborne. After Entering Selborne, The Common Is Located Just Before The Pub Named: "The Selborne Arms". The Car Park Is Located Directly Behind The Pub And Is Sign Posted With A Brown Car Park And Wc Sign.

Selborne Lythe And Priory
A Lovely Walk That Takes You From The Centre Of Selborne, Dropping Down Behind The Church And Following The Easy Path Through Woodland, Alongside The Stream, Down To The Priory Ponds, Then Through Priory Farm Where You Loop Back And Come Back Up The Other Side Of The Stream In The Woodland Meeting The Lane That Takes You Back Into The Centre Of Selborne. There Is A Car Park Behind The Pub. The Walk Can Be Muddy When Wet And There Are Often Cattle In Various Places To Watch Out For. Taking A Map Is Recommended As There Are Various Other Paths That Interconnect. Lane End Cottage Honey Ln Selborne Alton GU34 3BZ 3.35 miles From Car Park Behind Pub Turn Left Onto The Main Road To The Church, Follow Path Through Church Yard And Continue To Follow Straight On.

Location what3words layered.destiny.initiates

Noar Hill
This Circular Walk Tracks Around An Abandoned Quary Turned Nature Reserve. GU34 3LW 3.64 miles From Petersfield Head North Along The A3 Towards London. At The Roundabout, Follow The B3006 For Selborne (First Exit). As You Enter Selborne The Road Narrows And You Will Have To Give Way To On-Coming Cars. Take The Sharp Road To Your Left. As The Road Splits, Turn Left Again Following Signs For Noar Hill, Parking On The Verge Before Charity Farm.

Shortheath Common
Lovely Walk Through An Area Of Conservation. Large Pond With Seating Ideal For A Picnic. Dogs Can Run Freely And One Enjoyed A Swim. Plenty Of Free Parking. Oakhanger 4.03 miles Off Of Main Road That Runs Through Oakhanger.

Location what3words lasts.overheard.writings

Shortheath Common
This Circular Walk Through Shortheath Common, A Local Nature Reserve And Special Area Of Conservation In The South Downs National Park. GU35 9JP 4.14 miles Head South-West Out Of Farham Following The A325. Turn Off On The B3004 Towards Alton. After About 1.6 Miles Turn Left Onto Oakhanger Rd (There Is A Brown Sign For The "Chocolate Frog Tearooms"). After 0.6 Mile, The Carpark Will Be On Your Left.

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Partly Cloudy
Temp	13.9°C	12.2°C	11.2°C	11.2°C	13°C	16.1°C	19.3°C	21.9°C	23.4°C	20.9°C	18.8°C	16.8°C
Feels Like	13°C	10.7°C	9.3°C	9°C	10.9°C	15.6°C	19.1°C	21.8°C	24.7°C	20.9°C	18.8°C	16.8°C

Thursday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Overcast	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Cloudy	Sunny	Clear
Temp	15.3°C	14.4°C	13.1°C	11.8°C	14.3°C	17.4°C	20°C	21.4°C	19.8°C	17.9°C	14.8°C	10.2°C
Feels Like	15.3°C	14.3°C	13°C	11.7°C	14.3°C	17.4°C	20°C	21.4°C	19.8°C	17.9°C	14.6°C	9°C

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	9.6°C	8.5°C	7.8°C	7.7°C	12°C	15.9°C	18.1°C	19.3°C	19.5°C	18.9°C	17.9°C	14.1°C
Feels Like	9.1°C	7.9°C	7.2°C	7.3°C	11.8°C	15.9°C	18°C	19.3°C	19.5°C	18.9°C	17.9°C	13.9°C

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