An unspoilt cathedral city on the edge of the South Downs, Winchester is England's ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great. Today, Winchester combines the best of city life with the freshness of the surrounding countryside. One hour from London, this is England as it ought to be.
Popular for its shopping streets and architecture, its floral summer season and quirky open air events, Winchester is most well known for its eleventh century cathedral and for the Great Hall which for over 600 years has housed the mysterious Round Table. Winchester College is the oldest continuously running school in the country, whilst the Hospital of St Cross - a medieval almshouse - still offers the Wayfarer's Dole to travellers as it has done for more than eight centuries.
Home of good food, birthplace of cricket, resting place of author Jane Austen and inspiration to the many craft-makers and artists who live here, Winchester is truly a city for all seasons.
Discover the treasures of this beautiful city. Alongside its magnificent Cathedral, there are museums and galleries, medieval buildings and tranquil green spaces, ideal for strolling and soaking up the historic atmosphere. Winchester is the perfect destination for the discerning shopper. You will find all your favourite high street names, a market and in the charming side streets, you'll discover a tempting array of independent shops and boutiques. Winchester is also renowned for hosting the largest Farmers' Market in the country which attracts visitors from far and wide.
Winchester district is blessed with beautiful countryside and pretty villages, especially in the lovely Meon Valley. Alresford, Bishop's Waltham, Denmead and Wickham are all delightful small towns with much to offer visitors exploring the area. There are also plenty of attractions for everyone to enjoy such as Marwell Zoological Park and the mid-Hants 'Watercress Line' railway.
Winchester is also well suited as a base for a touring holiday. Its central location in the heart of a good road and rail network makes it very easy to explore many other parts of central southern England.
Attraction
Adjutant General's Corps Museum
Balfour Museum of Hampshire Red Cross History
Farley Mount Country Park
Great Hall
Guildhall Gallery
Gurkha Museum
Hospital of St Cross (The)
INTECH
Kings Royal Hussars Museum in Winchester
Light Infantry Museum
Marwell Zoological Park
Memorial Garden
Pilgrims' Hall
Queen Eleanor's Garden
Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum
Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum (The)
St Catherine's Hill Wildlife Reserve
Westgate
Winchester Cathedral
Winchester City Museum
Wolvesey Castle
Budget
Orchard House *book online*
Travelodge Winchester Sutton Scotney A34 Northbound *book online*
Travelodge Winchester Sutton Scotney A34 Southbound *book online*
Camping
Caravan Park
Balldown Touring Caravan Park
Morn Hill Caravan Club Site
Care Home
Flowerdown Care Home
St Cross Grange
Sunrise Operations of Winchester Ltd
Charity
Cinema
Classes
Club
Council
Hampshire County Council
Winchester City Council
Dentist
City Bridge Dental Care
Neddental
Parchment Street Dental Practice
Relax Dental
Doctor
Gratton Surgery
St Clements Surgery
St Paul's Practice
The Friarsgate Practice
The Trinity Centre
Estate Agent
Farmers Market
Taste of the South Market
Winchester Farmers Market
Golf Club
Hockley
Royal Winchester Golf Club
South Winchester Golf Club
Inn
The King Alfred Pub
The Kings Head
Wykeham Arms
Market
Cattle Market Car Boot
Taste of the South Market
Winchester Farmers Market
Pub and Bar
Abbey Bar & Restaurant
Black Boy
Exchange
Golden Lion
Hotel du Vin & Bistro
Mash Tun
New Queens Head
Northbrook Arms
Queen Inn
Rising Sun
The Old Vine
Westgate Hotel
Westgate Inn
Wonston Arms
Restaurant
Abbey Bar & Restaurant
Alcatraz Brasserie
Balaka Restaurant
Bodaka
Charles House Chinese Restaurant
Dim T Restaurant
El Sabio - Tapas Bar & Restaurant
Gourmet Rajah
Hotel du Vin & Bistro
Lainston House Hotel
Loch Fyne Winchester
Prezzo
Reflections
Rimjhim
The Black Rat
The Old Vine
Westgate Hotel
William Walker's
School
Saint Swithun’s Junior School
St Swithun's School
Winchester College
Solicitor
Egglestones
Godwins
Penny Catchpole
Taxi
Barrys Of Winchester
Carlton Cars
Millennium Cars
Wessex Cars
Wintax Cars
Theatre
The Chesil Theatre
Theatre Royal Winchester
Venue
Winchester Cathedral
Winchester Guildhall
Vet
Stable Close Veterinary Clinic
Sports Clubs
Andover (Men's Hockey)
Andover (Women's Hockey)
Compton and Shawford Lawn Tennis Club (Tennis)
IBM Hursley Karate Club (Martial Arts)
Kingsgate TC (Tennis)
Owslebury CC (Cricket)
Riverpark Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Winchester (Men's Hockey)
Winchester (Women's Hockey)
Winchester Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Shops
Debenhams
Lacewing Fine Art
S P C K Bookshop
Wells P & G Ltd
Speaking Tree
Waterstones
Jones the Bootmaker
Blooms Of Winchester
Boots
Deep Blue International Ltd
Early Learning Centre
Rymans
George Beckett Nurseries
Olivers Pet Centre
Winchester Pet & Aquatic
Purrfectly Pets
Whittard of Chelsea
Gieves and Hawkes
Dorothy Perkins
Hunt & Co Ltd
Well Heeled
Jones Bootmaker
Evans
Waterstones
J D Sports
Halfords
BodyShop
Lacewing Fine Art
Webb Fine Arts
Bell Fine Art
Majestic Wine
Robert Dyas
Redwood Health Therapies Ltd
Holland and Barratt
Upton House Farm
Ernest Jones
Viyella
Homebase
Lloyds Pharmacy
Sussex Stationers
Barratt Shoes
Specsavers
White Stuff
Phase Eight
J J B Sports
Pets At Home
River Island
Your Life Your Style
The Entertainer
Antiques
Burns & Graham
G E Marsh (Antiques Clocks) Ltd
Todd & Austin
Pattie & Pattie
Burns & Graham
Standrin
The Jay's Nest
Activities
Deep Blue International Ltd(Adventure)
Flagstaff Stables(Riding)
Places to Stay near Winchester
Winchester Royal (0.10 miles)
Hotel du Vin & Bistro (0.12 miles)
Hotel du Vin is housed in one of Winchester's most important Queen Anne buildings, dating back to 1715.
Only three minutes walk from the historic Cathedral and close to the other ... More
The Winchester Hotel (0.20 miles)
Mercure Wessex Hotel (0.25 miles)
Wykeham Arms (0.37 miles)
The Wykeham Arms is a unique 18th century coaching Inn, situated between Winchester College and the Cathedral, tucked away in the quietest corner of the city. Offering 14 comfortable bedrooms ... More
The King Alfred Pub (0.43 miles)
In the leafy area of Hyde in Winchester, this charming traditional English pub now offers brand new, high-standard 4-star en suite guest accommodation in a great location. Close to all of Winchester’s ... More
No5 Bridge Street (0.46 miles)
The Grange (0.92 miles)
The Grange offers a tranquil setting (1.5 acres) close to the City centre of Winchester. The Grange overlooks the Cathedral. All rooms are non smoking up to date and en-suite ... More
Flowerdews Bed and Breakfast (0.95 miles)
Flowerdews Boutique B&B is our family home which has recently been lovingly designed to welcome bed and breakfast guests with two stylish rooms, each with en-suite shower rooms. We have ... More
Lainston House Hotel (2.67 miles)
This elegant William and Mary house was built in the 17th century and is set in 63 acres of Hampshire's downland countryside, situated on the outskirts of the historic city of ... More
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