Attractions in Alton, Hampshire.
Gilbert White & The Oates Collections celebrates the lives of three explorers of the natural world. The historic house was the home of the eighteenth century pioneering naturalist Gilbert White; whose major work The Natural History of Selborne has never been out of print since its publication in 1789. The House is surrounded by 25 acres of majestic restored garden and parkland, which specialises in eighteenth century plants and gardening methods ...
Our 7 day weather forecast for Alton updated throughout the day, making it ideal for planning leisure activities, travel and events. Read more about our weather forecasts.
On Monday 29th April 2024 the sun will rise at 05:39 and will set at 20:23. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 12.5°C. Today is expected to be a dry day, with a very low chance of rain. It could be quite a gusty day today, with a maximum expected wind speed of 24mph.
On Tuesday 30th April 2024 the sun will rise at 05:37 and will set at 20:25. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 14.7°C. Today is expected to be a dry day, with a very low chance of rain. It will be quite a breezy day, with a maximum expected wind speed of 18mph.
On Wednesday 01st May 2024 the sun will rise at 05:36 and will set at 20:26. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 14.3°C. A few showers are expected, 3mm of rainfall is possible today. It will be quite a breezy day, with a maximum expected wind speed of 13mph.
On Thursday 02nd May 2024 the sun will rise at 05:34 and will set at 20:28. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 11.9°C. Heavy rain which could cause deep standing water and surface flooding is possible. Watch out for local severe weather warnings, 23mm of rainfall is possible today. It will be quite a breezy day, with a maximum expected wind speed of 22mph.
On Friday 03rd May 2024 the sun will rise at 05:32 and will set at 20:30. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 14.8°C. Today is expected to be a dry day, with a very low chance of rain. It will be quite a breezy day, with a maximum expected wind speed of 16mph.
On Saturday 04th May 2024 the sun will rise at 05:30 and will set at 20:31. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 12.2°C. Today is expected to be a dry day, with a very low chance of rain. It will be quite a breezy day, with a maximum expected wind speed of 15mph.
On Sunday 05th May 2024 the sun will rise at 05:28 and will set at 20:33. It will be a mild day, with temperatures reaching around 8°C. Today is expected to be a dry day, with a very low chance of rain. It will be a very clam day today, with a maximum expected wind speed of 11mph.
Our weather forecast for Alton is updated throughout the day and has been found to be very reliable for planning activities such as days out, leisure, travel, events, fishing, golf and gardening.
For activities that rely on weather forecasts for safety or financial reasons, such as farming, flying, sailing and shipping, we have found our forecasts to be reliable, but we always recommend that you compare several weather forecast sources to ensure you are able to plan your activities safely.
Gilbert White's House, High Street, Selborne
Alton
Hampshire
GU34 3JH
01420 511275
Gilbert White & The Oates Collections celebrates the lives of three explorers of the natural world. The historic house was the home of the eighteenth century pioneering naturalist Gilbert White; whose major work The Natural History of Selborne has never been out of print since its publication in 1789. The House is surrounded by 25 acres of majestic restored garden and parkland, which specialises in eighteenth century plants and gardening methods inspired by Gilbert White.
The Museum is also home to the Oates Collections where visitors can discover the stories of the nineteenth century explorer Frank Oates, who travelled extensively around Africa and Central America and the heroic Captain Lawrence Oates. The Collection commemorates the life of Lawrence Oates, who travelled with Scott to the South Pole on the epic yet ill fated Terra Nova Expedition of 1912.
This unique and diverse Museum also boasts an award winning Tea Parlour, which serves light lunches, homemade cakes and cream teas. A well-stocked and unusual gift shop and outdoor plant sales.