Alton Removals

Our home removal services are tailored to your needs, meaning we can help with all aspects of your move, if needed. Starting with a pre-move survey, so we can understand the extent of your move and the size and type of vehicles needed, looking at routes and access, as well as what services you wish to include as part of your move in Alton.

We can provide a professional full or part packing service, a dismantling and set up service, flexible storage options, or we can just provide high-quality packing materials, so you can pack yourself if you prefer.

Our removal teams are highly trained and work hard to ensure your move is as easy and smooth as possible.

For more information or to get a removal quote, please call us on 01785 318550 or email enquiries@goodwinsremovals.co.uk, or you can request a quote here.

Storage Services

If you need to store some or all of your possessions we can provide flexible short or long-term storage options at our storage facility. Our storage depot has state-of-the-art 24-hour CCTV security and fire and security alarms, so you’ll have peace of mind that your items will be safe with us.

We can also streamline your storage by delivering a storage container to wherever you need, allowing you to pack it up before we then take it to the facility.

Moving to Alton

The tiny village of Alton in Staffordshire is a great place to live. It’s a sought-after location due to its strong sense of community and proximity to the beautiful Peak District, so house prices are fairly strong here compared to the local area.

If you’re moving in the local Alton area or relocating further afield, we would be happy to provide a free quotation. Britannia Goodwins has been looking after the removals and storage needs of people in Alton since we were established in 1935. We can assist with large or small moves tailored to your needs, and we can also provide a variety of storage and packing services if required.

Living in Alton Staffordshire

Alton is probably most famous for being the location of the popular theme park Alton Towers. This is located around two miles from the village and grew up around a gothic mansion partly designed by noted architect Augustus Pugin and previously owned by the Earls of Shrewsbury. It is now one of the most-visited theme parks in Europe, and local residents benefit from the free tickets they receive as well as plenty of passing trade for their shops, pubs and B&Bs that otherwise may not be sustainable in such a small community.

Alton Manor is only one of several historic buildings in Alton. The quaint Round House, also known as Alton Lock Up, is a tiny 200-year-old circular prison cell that stands in the centre of the village. The gothic-revival Alton Castle is also a notable feature, standing proudly on a hill overlooking the valley on the site of the original Norman castle.

There is a wide range of property types available in Alton, which tend to sell quickly. There is a strong sense of community in the village, with a number of pubs and restaurants serving the visitors and locals alike.

Things to do in Alton

As well as the theme park, there is plenty to do around Alton. The village is located on the east banks of the river Churnet, with Dimmingsdale right on the doorstep. This wildlife haven and Site of Special Scientific Interest is a tranquil and beautiful spot for walks all year round. Indeed, the section of the Churnet Valley around Alton is sometimes referred to as ‘Staffordshire’s Little Switzerland’ due to its steep gorges and lush woodlands surrounding this stretch of the river, so this is a great place to live if you enjoy outdoor pursuits. The Peak District National Park is just to the north of Alton as well, with beautiful towns like Bakewell and Matlock easily accessible from the village.

If history and folklore interest you, then a visit to the Chained Oak is a must. This is exactly what it sounds like – an ancient oak tree just outside Alton village, covered with chains! The accompanying legend claims that in the 1830s, a poor woman asked the Earl of Shrewsbury for some money, but when he refused, she cursed him. For each branch that fell off the tree, a member of his family would die. The Earl clearly believed in the curse, because he had the tree chained up to prevent any branches falling.

Schooling in Alton

Despite being a tiny village, Alton has its own nursery and primary school, which is St. Peter’s CE Academy. For children of all ages the prestigious boarding and day school Denstone College is just a 5-minute drive away. There are two other high schools within a 10–15-minute drive – The Cheadle Academy in Cheadle and Thomas Alleyne’s High School in Uttoxeter, both of which are rated good by OFSTED. There is also a wide range of schools and colleges in nearby Stoke on Trent, so plenty of choice for families moving into this area.

Travel in Alton

The village of Alton is located roughly halfway between Stoke on Trent and Derby, both of which can be accessed in roughly 30-40 minutes. Alton’s train station was closed some time ago, so the closest railway stations are now Uttoxeter and Stoke on Trent. Alton is positioned between the M6 and M1 motorways, so travelling north and south is relatively easy by car. Traffic can be heavy in the village, especially at the beginning and end of the day due to the theme park, but it’s still less of a problem than in large towns and cities.

Removals in Alton Staffordshire

If you are moving in or around the beautiful village of Alton, we can help with every step of your move. As we are members of the Britannia Movers International network, we can also help if you’re moving further afield, whether across Staffordshire, nationwide, or moving internationally.