Museums · South East England
The Allen Gallery
In or near Beech.
The Allen Gallery — a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Alton · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Allen Gallery is a museum located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Allen Gallery in Alton features a remarkable collection of ceramics, including pottery, porcelain, and tiles from 1250 to the present. Originally opened in 1963, the gallery is currently closed for redevelopment until 2027, with plans to enhance its cultural offerings and community space.
Place summary
The Allen Gallery is a museum located in South-East England, postcode GU34. It is known for its collection of decorative arts, particularly ceramics and paintings. The gallery offers insights into the region's artistic heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 51.1504, -0.9745
- County
- Hampshire
- District
- East Hampshire
- Parish
- Alton
- Postcode
- GU34 2BW
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Hampshire
- Phone
- 01420 82802
- Nearest railway station
- Alton — 0.5 km
- Opening
- Tu-Su 10:30-16:00
- Official site
- www.hampshireculture.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/380267319 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Allen Gallery?
- The Allen Gallery is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode GU34 2BW), in the parish of Alton.
- What is The Allen Gallery?
- The Allen Gallery — a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Allen Gallery?
- The nearest railway station is Alton, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode GU34 2BW.
- Is The Allen Gallery free to visit?
- Yes, The Allen Gallery is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Allen Gallery?
- The nearest railway station is Alton, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GU34 2BW.