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Alton, Mill Cafe And Castle c.1955
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Perched high on its hill, Alton Castle dominates the area. It was rebuilt in the 15th century, then badly damaged during the Civil War, and rebuilt again. The castle was never a main residence for the Talbot family, though the sixteenth Earl commissioned Pugin to rebuild the place. The remains of the old castle are in the grounds.

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Memories of Alton, Mill Cafe and Castle c1955

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. These memories are of Alton, Mill Cafe And Castle c.1955

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The Cafe School

We moved to Alton from Somerset in November 1958. The primary school was closed for refurbishment. Mr. and Mrs. Carnwell who owned the garage and cafe played host to the village school, it all seemed quite strange to this 7 year old. There are many good memories. Rushing out at play time to wave to the steam train drivers after they left the station and Mrs Carnwell mothering us all. We played in the ...see more
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