Location: Winchester
Top Things to do in Winchester
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Winchester, England
Winchester is a city and the county town of Hampshire, England. The city lies at the heart of the wider City of Winchester, a local government district, and is located at the western end of the South Downs National Park, along the course of the River Itchen. It is situated 61 miles (98 km) south-west of London and 13.6 miles (21.9 km) from Southampton, its closest city. At the time of the 2011 Census, Winchester had a population of 45,184. The wider City of Winchester district which includes towns such as Alresford and Bishop's Waltham has a population of 116,800.
Restaurants in Winchester
1. WINCHESTER TOURIST GUIDES
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5.0 based on 28 reviews
Guided walking tours of Winchester by qualified Green and Blue Badge Guides who provide a range of guided tours to bring alive this historic city for visitors and locals alike. Daily city tours and special interest tours at different times all year. All guides share a genuine enthusiasm and detailed knowledge, have passed rigorous exams and are accredited by the recognised industry bodies.
2. The Tank Driving Company
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5.0 based on 236 reviews
3. Hampshire Wine School
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5.0 based on 157 reviews
A very warm welcome to Hampshire Wine School - an independent wine education company, not affiliated to any wine merchants or retailers. We run Wine, Champagne, Beer, Port, Gin, Rum and Whisky Tastings and Wine & Food Pairing Courses in Southampton and Winchester for people who enjoy wine and would like to learn more about it. We also run professional staff training, corporate evenings, team building days and fun private events, as well as hen parties and stag dos. GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE from only £25, with FREE p&p and a TWO-YEAR EXPIRY DATE. The perfect present, beautifully presented!
4. Incognito
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5.0 based on 768 reviews
Opened in May 2018 and already winner of ‘Best bar in Hampshire’ A victorian parlour serving exquisite cocktails, bottomless brunches & a bastion of over 50 gins each served with a complimenting botanical and garnish. Reservations highly recommended to avoid disappointment
Reviewed By Mintyhoad
Fantastic service and all the staff are professional and friendly An amazing cocktail experience that we won’t forgot It felt like we were in an exclusive club The atmosphere was so lovely
5. Winchester Cathedral
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4.5 based on 4,333 reviews
Winchester Cathedral is one of the finest medieval cathedrals in Europe, nestled at the heart of historic Winchester. It has been a place of worship and welcome for over 900 years and is one of the most historically significant buildings in Britain. Step inside to marvel at the longest medieval Nave in Europe, admire stunning architecture and encounter priceless treasures including the 12th-century Winchester Bible. Winchester Cathedral is the resting place of Saxon royalty and Jane Austen, the much-loved English novelist. Don't miss the new exhibition Kings and Scribes: The Birth of a Nation which takes visitors through 1,000 years of history from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present day. One of the best ways to explore is with a guided tour, available from 10am - 3pm Monday to Saturday. After your visit, take time to enjoy delicious home-cooked food in the Cathedral Refectory with its medieval walled garden or browse the Cathedral Shop for souvenirs and exclusive gifts.
Reviewed By JaneB2282
We visited Winchester Cathedral today and can throughly recommend the 1 hour guided tour, it gave great insights into the history and stories behind this beautiful Cathedral and our tour guide Lorraine Estelle was wonderful and definitely deserves a special mention ..
6. The Great Hall
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4.5 based on 1,201 reviews
The Great Hall is one of the finest surviving medieval aisled halls of the 13th century and is all that remains of Winchester Castle. The Great Hall is open daily to the public offering a unique historical experience and the chance to see the greatest symbol of medieval mythology: King Arthur's Round Table. Visitors can also see Queen Eleanor's garden, a recreation of an enclosed medieval garden, providing an injection of nature. Entry charges apply, please visit our website for further details.
Reviewed By Stylish60 - Folkestone, United Kingdom
The Great Hall was stunning. The Table was very interesting but so were the stained glass windows. Lovely adjacent medieval garden and the Long Gallery was informative although it jumped around chronologically!
7. Winchester College
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4.5 based on 176 reviews
The country's oldest continuously running school.
Reviewed By Adyzin - Brighton, United Kingdom
Our first visit to the college which certainly exceeded our expectations. So much to see from the dining room complete with grand piano onto the chapel, and the choristers with its unique chapel within these built over the burial spot of its patron. And all of this brought to life by our wonderful guide Sandra!! If you find yourself in Winchester I can highly recommend checking this out, you won't regret it.
8. Theatre Royal Winchester
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4.5 based on 90 reviews
We are a beautiful heritage theatre full of entertainment. Our Cafe Bar serves specialist coffee, teas and light bites in spectacular surroundings.
Reviewed By Jorickhols - Whiteparish, United Kingdom
Went with the family to see Dick Whittington. The cast were amazing. A great show for the children. I'm not a lover of Pantomimes but thoroughly enjoyed this one. Would recommend you visit.
9. Marwell Activity Centre
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4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By colinb94
Stayed in the Marwell lodges recently. I can thoroughly recommend them. Well appointed ledges with dishwasher and washing machine, also a Bluetooth speaker. Didn’t have a feel of a caravan with a wooden wrap, a real home from home. We also had a hot tub that was checked daily. Activities on site were limited partly due to COVID and being at the back end of the school holidays so the kids only did the aerial adventure which they enjoyed. If more activities were available we would have liked to do them. Special shout out to the site owner who gave me a hand when we had a flat tyre. Enjoyed the local area, went to the new forest and Gunwharf quay, also went to the local zoo. Would definitely go to the lodges again.
10. Red Cat Brewing
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
An independent brewery producing imaginative craft beer in Winchester. We don't do boring. Brewery door bar open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Take out and bag in box beer available. Brewery tours monthly, please call for details.
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