Alston, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Alston is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,105. Elevation: 978 ft (298 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Alston
Alston is a town in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, within the civil parish of Alston Moor. It is located at about 1,000 feet (300 m) above sea level in the North Pennines, the River South Tyne, and shares the title of 'highest market town in England', with Buxton, Derbyshire. Despite its relative isolation, the town has road connections to the Tyne Gap to the north, Weardale and Teesdale to the south-east, and Penrith to the south-west.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,105 |
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.8090°, -2.4393° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.0 inches (1,600 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 19.1 inches (48 cm) |
About Alston
Alston is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,105. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet (298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.8090°N, 2.4393°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 7.0 in |
Alston has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 34°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (3.6").
Schools in Alston
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alston Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Samuel King's School | - | - | - | - |
| Nenthead Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alston Moor Federation - Church Road Site | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alston
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HearMe - 00s rock | 00s rock, 00’s rock | MP3 | |
| Dales Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rave Archive 24/7 | 24/7, rave | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| frisk radio guilty Pleasures northeast | music | AAC | |
| Golden Decades Radio | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hear Me top pop | pop, pop music | MP3 |
Museums in Alston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Bank | ||||
| Allenheads Heritage Centre | ||||
| Armstrong Hydraulic Engine | ||||
| Birdoswald Roman Fort and Study Centre | ||||
| Housesteads Museum | ||||
| Killhope Lead Mining Museum | ||||
| Mr George's Museum of Time | ||||
| Museum of Classic Sci-Fi | ||||
| Nenthead Mines | ||||
| Roman Army Museum | ||||
| The Blacksmith's Shop | ||||
| The Hub | ||||
| Vindolanda Museum | ||||
| Weardale Museum |
Libraries in Alston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alston Local Link | 0.0 | |||||
| Appleby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hallbankgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Haltwhistle Library and Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| The Bridge | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haltwistle Makers Market | |||||
| Market Hall |
Hotels in Alston
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alston
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alston
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Alston
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alston
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Alston
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Alston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allendale Brewery | ||||
| Twice Brewed Brew House |
Airports Near Alston
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle International Airport | NCL | Large Airport |
| Carlisle Lake District Airport | CAX | Medium Airport |
| RAF Spadeadam | - | Medium Airport |
| Athey's Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bedlands Gate Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Berrier Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bywell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cark airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Causey Park Airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
| Charlton Mires Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Currock Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Eshott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ewesley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glassonby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lartington Moor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loadman Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midlem Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ravensworth Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Selby House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skelling Farm Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Staindrop Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alston
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Alston Post Office | |
| Garrigill Post Office | |
| Nenthead Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alston
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alston Methodist Church | |
| Catholic Church of Saint Wulstan | |
| Holy Paraclete Church | |
| Quaker Meeting House | |
| Saint Augustine of Canterbury Church | |
| St John the Evangelist | |
| St John's Church | |
| St Jude | |
| Whiteley Shield Methodist Chapel |
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Waterfalls Near Alston
3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Alston.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Ashgill Force | |
| Cash Force | |
| Woldgill Force |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Alston
What is the population of Alston?
Alston has a population of 1,105 residents and is located in United Kingdom..
What is the weather like in Alston?
Alston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 63.0 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow.
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