Winchester Events
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...
USH Quiz Night
Fri 9 Oct
Upper Shirley High School Hall, Bellemoor Road, Shirley, Southampton SO15 7QU
Join us for the USH Quiz Night to welcome in the new school year. Gather your team (max 8 people) and compete against other parents and staff to be...
Placeholder Poetry #9: Rosy Carrick, Kat Sinclair
Thu 1 Oct
the bookshop alehouse, 21 Portswood Rd, Southampton SO17 2ES
Placeholder is home for poetry readings of the avant-garde, challenging, queer and radical. Following the success of this poetry reading series in...
Blaze Bayley (Iron Maiden Anniversary show)
Fri 16 Oct
Papillon, 61 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1GG
Blaze Bayley celebrates 30 years of the epic Iron Maiden albums he fronted - ‘The X Factor’, ‘Virtual XI’ & ‘Best of the Beast’ - with a short run of...
Spooktacular Family Concert with the CSO
Sat 17 Oct
Central Hall, St Mary St, Southampton SO14 1NF
Do you want to get your child interested in classical music? Would you like to see a local orchestra perform some ghoultastic music?...
Southampton Record Fair
Sat 26 Sep
The 1865 , Brunswick Square. SO14 3AR
35 x 6ft tables of Vinyl also CD,s etc. Many rare items and bargains. Expert sellers from all over the UK.
Southampton Ghost Tour
Wed 30 Sep
Outside Tudor House
St Michaels Square
Bugle Street
S014 2AD SO14 2AD
Uncover Southampton’s Atmospheric Past with the Award-Winning Southampton Ghost Tours.
Step into the shadows and explore Southampton’s haunted...
Southampton International Boat Show
Today to Sun 27 Sep
Mayflower Park, Southampton SO14 2AS
The UK’s ultimate marine festival, is back for its 57th edition, pomising ten action-packed days of boating, water sports and entertainment on the...
Autumn Terrarium Planting Workshop
Fri 9 Oct to Sun 11 Oct
Salisbury Road, Andover SP11 7DN
Dobbies is hosting the ultimate autumn activity with a themed planting experience. Dobbies’ Green Team will show guests how to create their own...
Pup-kin Patch
Sat 17 Oct to Sun 25 Oct
Salisbury Road, Andover SP11 7DN
Dobbies’ popular Pup-kin Patch will return this autumn for lots of tail-wagging fun for dogs. Bring your furry friend along to the dog-friendly...
Clive New Big Band - Swing & Dance
Wed 7 Oct
Locks HeathWMC/Park Gate Social Club, Duncan Road, Park Gate SO31 1BD
Clive New Big Band. Music for listening or dancing. 1st Wednesday of every month.
We welcome dancers and swing dancers ...
Basingstoke care home’s a-maize-ing scarecrow festival returns for fif
Fri 25 Sep
Bradley Way
Basingstoke
Hampshire RG23 7GF
A local care home is preparing to have a ‘bale of a time’ hosting its very own scarecrow festival for the fifth year in a row...
Owls by Moonlight
Sat 26 Sep, Sat 3 Oct, Sat 10 Oct, Sat 17 Oct, Sat 24 Oct
Hawk Conservancy Trust
Sarson Lane
Weyhill
Andover SP11 8DY
This autumn, venture out into the night with the beautiful owls at the Hawk Conservancy Trust. Experience the mystical owls’ graceful, silent flights...
An Evening with Jake Ward
Fri 2 Oct
Hawk Conservancy Trust
Sarson Lane
Weyhill
Andover SP11 8DY
Musical talent meets delicious fine dining at this exciting event, where the Hawk Conservancy Trust’s Head Chef will be serving up a delectable...
FREE taster session with the Alton Rock Choir
Mon 28 Sep, Mon 19 Oct, Mon 16 Nov
St Mary's Catholic Church, 59 Normandy Street, Alton GU34 1DN
Do you want to find a local choir to join near you?
The Alton Rock Choir is led by vocal coach Danny Gortler...
Autumn Terrarium Planting Workshop
Fri 9 Oct to Sun 11 Oct
Southampton Road, Cadnam SO40 2NB
Dobbies is hosting the ultimate autumn activity with a themed planting experience. Dobbies’ Green Team will show guests how to create their own...
Pup-kin Patch
Sat 17 Oct to Sun 25 Oct
Southampton Road, Cadnam SO40 2NB
Dobbies’ popular Pup-kin Patch will return this autumn for lots of tail-wagging fun for dogs. Bring your furry friend along to the dog-friendly...
Macmillan Coffee Morning
Fri 25 Sep
Stewarts Abbey Garden Centre, Mill Lane, Titchfield, Fareham, Hampshire PO15 5RB
In support of our 2026 Charity of the Year, Macmillan Cancer Support, Stewarts will be taking part in the Macmillan Coffee Morning to help raise...
Music for Compline and the closing of the day
Sat 17 Oct
Fareham United Reformed Church, 18 Osborne Road South, Fareham PO16 7DG
Portsmouth Baroque Choir present Music for Compline and The Ending of The Day, directed by Malcolm Keeler...
Alton Record Fair
Sun 27 Sep
Alton Community centre, Amery Street GU34 1HN
30 x 6ft tables of Vinyl also CD s etc. Many rare items and bargains. Expert sellers from all over UK.
FREE 6-Week Singing Course for Women's Voices
Today to Tue 20 Oct
Methodist Church Hall, Kings Road, Fareham PO16 0NU
For the third year running, Solent Sounds Chorus is offering a series of 6 FREE singing lessons, for women's voices, starting in September...
The Golden Lion - Jazz Nights every Tuesday evening
Today
High Street, Southwick, nr. Fareham PO17 6EB
The Georgia Ramblers quartet are appearing this Tuesday. Please try to support the venue, they have kept live music going and need some support to...
How to bag yourself a few million next week...no, really...
Today to Sun 27 Sep
Webuyanycar, Basingstoke Morrisons, 91 Worting Road RG21 8BJ
Forget the lottery – from next Monday, you can get your hands on a Million for free at your local Hampshire webuyanycar branch, no catch, just a...
Ade Berry presents - Preview: The Passenger
Fri 25 Sep
Proteus Creation Space
Council Road
Basingstoke RG21 3DH
Join us for preview performances of The Passenger by Ade Berry – an intimate new play about grief, identity, memory and belonging...
K-Pop Dance Heroes
Sat 10 Oct
The Anvil, Churchill Way, Basingstoke RG21 7QR
Sing and dance along with the K-Pop Dance Heroes as they take you on a musical adventure through the greatest K-pop hits of all time...
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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
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(2) HorsePower, The Museum of The King's Royal Hussars. https://horsepowermuseum.co.uk/.
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