Winchester Events
What's On Around Winchester
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Flo & Joan: With Feeling
Fri 25 Sep
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
The time has come for critically acclaimed musical comedy duo Flo & Joan to write another bio as they make their highly anticipated return to the...
Winchester Comedy Festival: Autumn Gala 26
Sat 26 Sep
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Winchester Comedy Festival: Autumn Gala 2026
An evening of stand-up comedy with Felicity Ward, Ray Badran, Esther Manito and Tom Deacon...
Barry from Watford: Shooting from the New Hip
Sun 27 Sep
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
92 year old Barry from Watford was first brought to public consciousness when he became a cult star on Iain Lee's LBC 97.3FM phone-in show...
Private Peaceful
Mon 28 Sep to Wed 30 Sep
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Joshua Beaumont and Matthew Emeny for The Production Garden in association with Exeter Northcott present
Private Peaceful
Based on the novel by...
Lullaby
Tue 6 Oct
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Internationally acclaimed choreographer Jasmin Vardimon returns with a groundbreaking new production that resonates with the emotional depth of her...
University of Winchester Graduate Platform
Wed 7 Oct
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
The University of Winchester Graduate Platform is an evening celebrating the creativity, dedication, and talent of our graduated performers from...
DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT
Thu 8 Oct
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
1991 brought us the final Dire Straits album - On Every Street - and was commemorated by an enormous 2 year world tour that was one of their most...
Policing Then and Now: Meet Hampshire Constabulary
Sun 13 Sep
Upper Brook Street, Winchester SO23 8AH
Heritage Open Day: Meet members of Hampshire Constabulary and get a closer look at a modern policing patrol vehicle...
Hampshire Chronicle open day
Fri 18 Sep
Hampshire Chronicle, 5 Upper Brook Street, Winchester SO23 8AL
Heritage Open Day: The Hampshire Chronicle has been proudly representing Winchester through its weekly local newspaper for more than 252 years...
Voices From Winchester's Past - A Heritage Trail & Quest
Fri 11 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Lower Shopping Level, The Brooks, Winchester SO23 8QY
Heritage Open Day: Discover what life was like in Winchester for ordinary people through the ages and collect clues along the way to bring the...
Beast Hunters Wanted!
Fri 11 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
WHODs Information Hub, Lower Level,, The Brooks, Winchester SO23 8QY
Heritage Open Day: Embark on a free family-friendly scavenger hunt through Winchester to discover nine medieval beasts hidden around the city...
Winchester Record Fair
Sat 12 Sep
The Winchester Wessex Hotel, Paternoster Row, Winchester SO23 9LQ
25 X 6ft Tables of Vinyl Records also CD,s etc. Many rare items and bargains, expert sellers from all over England.
Hope Church Winchester Open Day (Middle Brook Centre, Winchester)
Sat 19 Sep
Hope Church, Middle Brook Street, Winchester SO23 8DQ
Heritage Open Day: Step inside & discover our neighbours in history - from Roman roots & Medieval disputes to a 20th Century cinema and today's...
Treasury museum extended opening - Winchester College
Fri 18 Sep
College Street, Winchester SO23 9NA
Heritage Open Day: An extended opening of our Treasury museum from 12pm - 4pm. Treasury houses the school’s collections of art and archaeology...
Winchester Friends (Quaker) Meeting House
Sat 12 Sep and Sun 13 Sep
16 Colebrook Street, Winchester SO23 9LH
Heritage Open Day: Exhibition on the theme of Innocent Trades.
Visit our lovely Grade II listed Georgian house and peaceful walled garden...
Winchester City Mill - Miller talks
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Winchester City Mill, Bridge Street, Winchester SO23 9BH
Heritage Open Day: Come and listen to the Millers talk about the history and workings of Winchester City Mill, which has stood at the heart of the...
St John the Baptist, St John's Street, Winchester
Sat 12 Sep and Sun 13 Sep
St. John the Baptist, St. Johns Street, Winchester SO23 0HF
Heritage Open Day: Winchester's oldest parish church, St John's, built in the 12th century, is situated on the ancient Pilgrim's...
Chesil Theatre tour of the building
Sat 12 Sep
Chesil Theatre, Chesil Street, Winchester SO23 0HU
Heritage Open Day: Chesil Theatre is based in a medieval former Church of St Peter Chesil and visitors are welcome to look around the building and...
Classic & Sports Car Parade
Sun 13 Sep
St Catherine's Park & Ride, Garnier Road, Winchester SO23 9NP
Heritage Open Day: Classic car parade around Winchester city centre! Cars leave St Catherine's P&R at 1200 heading for The Broadway where they...
A tour through time - St Giles Hill Medieval Graveyard
Fri 18 Sep
St Giles Hill Graveyard, Alresford Road, Winchester SO23 0JX
Heritage Open Day: One of Winchester's oldest burial grounds, and the focus of the Medieval St Giles Hill Fair...
King Alfred Autumn Bus Running Day
Sun 13 Sep
St Catherine's Park and Ride, Winchester SO23 9BN
Heritage Open Day: The Charity Friends of King Alfred Buses will be running their fleet of historic vintage buses and coaches dating from 1929 to...
FREE taster session with the Winchester Rock Choir
Tue 29 Sep, Tue 6 Oct, Tue 20 Oct
St Barnabas Church, Fromond Road, Winchester SO22 6EF
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The Winchester Rock Choir is led by local musician Jan Moll...
Bishopstoke History Treasure Hunt
Fri 11 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Bishopstoke, Bishopstoke, Eastleigh SO50 6DJ
Heritage Open Day: Can you follow the clues and find all of the places to complete the History Treasure Hunt?...
Bishopstoke Heritage Open Days
Fri 18 Sep and Sat 19 Sep
Bishopstoke Community Centre, Sydney Road, Bishopstoke SO50 6DJ
Step inside Bishopstoke’s story this Heritage Open Days season!
Join us as we celebrate the rich and varied history of our village, with a special...
Victorian Schools in Bishopstoke exhibit
Sat 19 Sep
Bishopstoke Community Centre, Sydney Road, Bishopstoke, Eastleigh SO50 6DJ
Heritage Open Day: Experience what it was like to go to school in the Victoria era inside one of the rooms of a building that was built as a school...
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Things to do around Winchester
Winchester is a charming city in Hampshire, England, that has a rich history and culture. It is a perfect destination for families who want to enjoy a variety of attractions and activities that are fun, educational, and affordable. Whether you are interested in castles, museums, zoos, or trains, Winchester has something for everyone. Here are some of the highlights of what you can do with your family in Winchester:
- Explore the city's heritage and legends at the Winchester Castle and Great Hall, where you can see the famous Round Table of King Arthur and learn about the history and myths of the medieval hall. You can also visit the beautiful garden outside and admire the views of the city. ³
- Experience the life of a soldier at HorsePower, the Museum of The King's Royal Hussars, where you can see the uniforms, weapons, medals, and models of the cavalry regiment, and try on some of the costumes. You can also trace the history of three famous regiments over a period of 300 years and marvel at the great heroes who won the Victoria Cross for their valour. ²
- Discover the wonders of science and nature at Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium, where you can play with over 100 hands-on exhibits, watch a show at the UK's largest standalone planetarium, and learn about the resident otters at the city mill. You can also enjoy the outdoor picnic area and the adventure playground. ⁴
- Meet over 250 species of animals at Marwell Zoo, a world-famous zoological park set in 140 acres of Hampshire countryside. You can see giraffes, zebras, rhinos, snow leopards, meerkats, and more, and join the daily talks and feeds. You can also explore the gardens, the adventure playgrounds, and the gift shop. ⁴
- Travel back in time on the Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line, a heritage steam railway that runs through the scenic heart of Hampshire. You can enjoy the views from the vintage carriages, and look out for special events like Santa Specials and Thomas the Tank Engine days. You can also visit the stations, the museum, and the workshop. ⁵
Winchester is a great place for a family day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Winchester. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today. ⁶
Source: Conversation with Bing, 29/01/2024
(1) The Great Hall. https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/greathall.
(2) HorsePower, The Museum of The King's Royal Hussars. https://horsepowermuseum.co.uk/.
(3) Family fun - Visit Winchester. https://www.visitwinchester.co.uk/things-to-do/family-fun/.
(4) 20 Best Things To Do In Winchester Near Me - Day Out With The Kids. https://www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/things-to-do/south-east-and-london/hampshire/winchester.
(5) 97 Things to Do with Kids in Winchester, VA | TripBuzz. https://www.tripbuzz.com/things-to-do-with-kids/winchester-va.
(6) . https://bing.com/search?q=family+activities+in+Winchester.
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- Explore the city's heritage and legends at the Winchester Castle and Great Hall, where you can see the famous Round Table of King Arthur and learn about the history and myths of the medieval hall. You can also visit the beautiful garden outside and admire the views of the city. ³
- Experience the life of a soldier at HorsePower, the Museum of The King's Royal Hussars, where you can see the uniforms, weapons, medals, and models of the cavalry regiment, and try on some of the costumes. You can also trace the history of three famous regiments over a period of 300 years and marvel at the great heroes who won the Victoria Cross for their valour. ²
- Discover the wonders of science and nature at Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium, where you can play with over 100 hands-on exhibits, watch a show at the UK's largest standalone planetarium, and learn about the resident otters at the city mill. You can also enjoy the outdoor picnic area and the adventure playground. ⁴
- Meet over 250 species of animals at Marwell Zoo, a world-famous zoological park set in 140 acres of Hampshire countryside. You can see giraffes, zebras, rhinos, snow leopards, meerkats, and more, and join the daily talks and feeds. You can also explore the gardens, the adventure playgrounds, and the gift shop. ⁴
- Travel back in time on the Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line, a heritage steam railway that runs through the scenic heart of Hampshire. You can enjoy the views from the vintage carriages, and look out for special events like Santa Specials and Thomas the Tank Engine days. You can also visit the stations, the museum, and the workshop. ⁵
Winchester is a great place for a family day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Winchester. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today. ⁶
Source: Conversation with Bing, 29/01/2024
(1) The Great Hall. https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/greathall.
(2) HorsePower, The Museum of The King's Royal Hussars. https://horsepowermuseum.co.uk/.
(3) Family fun - Visit Winchester. https://www.visitwinchester.co.uk/things-to-do/family-fun/.
(4) 20 Best Things To Do In Winchester Near Me - Day Out With The Kids. https://www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/things-to-do/south-east-and-london/hampshire/winchester.
(5) 97 Things to Do with Kids in Winchester, VA | TripBuzz. https://www.tripbuzz.com/things-to-do-with-kids/winchester-va.
(6) . https://bing.com/search?q=family+activities+in+Winchester.