Winchester Events
What's On Around Winchester, SO22 5AE
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Everyday Lives of the Royal Hampshire Regiment exhibition
Today to Sat 19 Sep
Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum, Serles House, Southgate Street, Winchester SO23 9EG
Heritage Open Day: Look behind the curtain at life behind the scenes for a soldier in the Royal Hampshire Regiment...
How to research your family's military history
Sat 19 Sep
Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum, Serles House, Southgate Street, Winchester SO23 9EG
Heritage Open Day: Visit the museum and ask our experts for advice on how to find our more about your family history...
Hampshire Regiment Re-enactors at the Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum
Sat 19 Sep
Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum, Serle's House, Southgate Street, Winchester SO23 9EG
Heritage Open Day: Join the Hampshire Regiment Re-enactment Society at the Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum, and learn what life was like for an...
Winchester Heritage Open Days 2026
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Winchester, Hampshire, UK SO23 8AJ
Winchester Heritage Open Days 2026 returns from Friday 11 to Sunday 20 September, inviting everyone to discover the city’s rich heritage through ten...
Winchester Ghost Tour
Wed 30 Sep
Outside Winchester City Museum
The Square
Winchester SO23 9ES
Uncover Winchester’s Dark Secrets with the Original Winchester Ghost Tour.
Step back in time and explore the shadowy history of Winchester with...
Winchester Muse Poetry Showcase
Sat 19 Sep
St. Lawrence Church, The Square, Winchester SO23 9EX
Heritage Open Day: Always well received, Winchester Muse are returning again to HODs. Members of this monthly poetry platform will read original...
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
Today 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!
Today 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...
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...
A Message for the Future
Fri 25 Sep
Nutshell Theatre, 15, Kings Walk, Winchester SO23 8AF
A Message for the Future is a multi-sensory art installation and gig-theatre experience, specifically designed for early years (0-3) and all family...
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 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...
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...
Bishopstoke History Treasure Hunt
Today 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...
The Rise of the Railway
Fri 18 Sep
St Mary's Church, Church Road, Bishopstoke, Eastleigh SO50 6DL
Heritage Open Day: A talk given by Bishopstoke History Society about the arrival of the railway and carriage works and the effect it had on...
St Mary's Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
St Mary's Church, Church Road, Bishopstoke, Eastleigh SO50 6DL
Heritage Open Day: Join us for an opportunity to explore St Mary’s Church in Bishopstoke and learn more about its historic features, both inside...
Stoneham Bells Handbell Ringers
Sat 19 Sep
St Marys Church, Church Road, Bishopstoke, Eastleigh SO50 6DL
Heritage Open Day: Experience the wonderful sound of the Stoneham Bells in a lively and uplifting performance, then enjoy the chance to try bell...
The History of Bishopstoke
Sat 19 Sep
Bishopstoke Community Centre, Sydney Road, Bishopstoke, Eastleigh SO50 6HF
Heritage Open Day: Find out more about the rich and varied history of our village. Come and find out about the discovery of Roman coins, the visit...
Barn Dance
Sat 3 Oct
Fair Oak Village Hall, Shorts Road, Fair Oak SO50 7EJ
A popular evening, raising money for this charity run Village Hall.
Live music, and an experienced caller...
Sherlock Holmes and the Chronological Conu
Thu 1 Oct to Sat 3 Oct
Durley Memorial Hall, Durley Brook Road SO32 2AR
“SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE CHRONOLOGICAL CONUNDRUM”
by Adrian Barrett
“QUEEN VICTORIA DEAD!”
The newspaper headlines are unequivocal...
FREE taster session with the Chandler's Ford Rock Choir
Wed 23 Sep, Wed 14 Oct, Wed 11 Nov
Chilworth Parish Hall, (Located behind the Chilworth Arms Public House), Chilworth Road, Chilworth SO16 7JZ
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
Tales from the bone floor room: uncovering the everyday histories of King John's House
Sat 19 Sep
King Johns House, 13 Church Street, Romsey SO51 8BT
Heritage Open Day: Dive into the past, present and future of King John's House, with unique access to the bone floor room of fire-damaged...
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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.