Winchester Events
Alton Quaker Meeting House and Burial Ground
Today
39 Church Street, Alton GU34 2DA
Heritage Open Day: This Grade II* building, built in 1672, is the second oldest purpose built Quaker Meeting House...
Mottisfont
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Mottisfont, National Trust, Mottisfont, Romsey SO51 0LP
Heritage Open Day: Enjoy free entry to this historic National Trust property where there is so much to explore...
Every Day History at Alton Heritage Day
Today
Alton Assembly Rooms, High Street, Alton GU34 1BA
Heritage Open Day: Bring the family along to this fun and interactive Heritage event. The second Alton Heritage Day to be held at the Assembly Rooms,...
The Curtis Museum - The Hands That Made History
Today
Curtis Museum, 1 High Street, (Assembly Rooms), Alton GU34 1BA
Heritage Open Day: The Curtis Museum brings you “Hands That Made Historyâ€: Craft, labour, and life —history you can touch!...
Woolton House - Open Garden for NGS
Fri 18 Sep
Woolton House, Newbury RG20 9TZ
Spectacular, contemporary walled garden set in 4 acres, designed by Pascal Cribier with influence of Mondrian and planted in blues and yellows,...
Alton Jazz Nights: The Tilly Clark Quintet
Sat 19 Sep
Alton Assembly Rooms,
High Street,
Alton,
Hampshire,
GU34 1BA GU34 1EB
Lights down. Bass walking. Prosecco in hand. This is the Saturday night Alton's been missing.
THE VOICE AT THE CENTRE OF IT ...
Quiz Night
Today
Fair Oak Village Hall, Shorts Road, Fair Oak SO50 7EJ
A fun quiz raising money for this charity run Village Hall, for teams of up to six people.
Raffle on the night!...
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...
Join our choir in Tadley for a FREE taster session
Wed 23 Sep, Wed 7 Oct, Wed 4 Nov, Wed 18 Nov, Wed 25 Nov
Burnham Copse Primary School, New Church Road, Tadley RG26 4HN
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir...
Small Wonders: Reimaging British Art
Today, Sun 13 Sep, Tue 15 Sep, and more dates until Sun 8 Nov, Tue 10 Nov
The Base Greenham, Greenham Business Park, Communications Road, Thatcham RG19 6HN
50 artists. 50 new works. Five decades of British art.
What happens when 50 leading British artists are invited to look back at their own place in...
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Decontamination Suite, Greenham Air Base
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Building 274, Buckner-Croke Way, Greenham Business Park, Newbury RG19 6HX
Heritage Open Day: Take a guided tour of the Cold War Decontamination Suite at the former US Airbase. This rare opportunity offers access to a...
'Lords and Ladies'
Today, Tue 15 Sep to Sat 19 Sep
New Era Theatre, St George’s Centre, Andover Road, Wash Common, Newbury RG14 6NU
New Era Players are delighted to present ‘Lords and Ladies,’ adapted by Stephen Briggs from the novel by Terry Pratchett...
Meet the crafts people
Today
Bishops Waltham Palace, Station Road, Bishops Waltham SO32 1SB
Heritage Open Day: Crafts people will be visiting the museum for the day to show their skills and their objects...
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...
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...
Romsey Signal Box
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Romsey Signal Box, Brick Lane, Romsey SO51 8LG
Heritage Open Day: Romsey Signal Box - a Working Museum, with hands-on activities for everyone. Romsey Signal Box has been preserved and restored to...
Ordinary lives, extraordinary legacy
Today and Sun 13 Sep
Abbey United Reformed Church (The church by the arch), The Abbey, Romsey SO51 8EL
Heritage Open Day: Step into the history of our church and community. Discover the stories of Romsey people who helped create the church here today...
Working Lives: Oral History Project
Today
Chapel at the Newtown Road Cemetery, Newtown Road, Newbury RG14 7BT
Heritage Open Day: An opportunity to talk with Project members who have conducted interviews with retired employees of the Newbury based engineering...
Hampshire Countryside Day 2026
Sun 13 Sep
Bereleigh Estate, East Meon, Petersfield GU32 1ES
Hampshire Countryside Day returns to the beautiful Bereleigh Estate near Petersfield on Sunday 13 September 2026, bringing together countryside...
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Working Lives: Guided Tour of Newtown Road Cemetery
Today
The Chapel Newtown Road Cemetery, Newtown Road, Newbury RG14 7PY
Heritage Open Day: A guided tour of Newtown Road Cemetery of the graves of people who worked in medicine - 'Medical Matters'...
FREE taster session with the Thatcham Rock Choir
Tue 6 Oct, Tue 13 Oct
Thatcham Baptist Church, Wheelers Green Way, Thatcham RG19 4YF
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Thatcham Rock Choir...
Gilbert White's House & Gardens Open Day
Thu 17 Sep
Gilbert Whites House & Gardens, High Street, Selborne, Alton GU34 3BN
Heritage Open Day: See the home of the pioneering 18th Century naturalist Gilbert White, his beautiful 2 acres garden and the Oates Family galleries...
St Mary the Virgin, Aldermaston
Today and Sun 13 Sep
St Mary's Church, Church Road, Aldermaston, Reading RG7 4HR
Heritage Open Day: St Mary's, Aldermaston - a 12th Century church with wall paintings: Medieval, Post Reformation and Victorian...
Nature Talk: Wild Threads: Ecology and Wildlife of Reedbeds
Wed 23 Sep
The Nature Discovery Centre, Lower Way, Thatcham, Berkshire RG19 3FU
Join us at the Nature Discovery Centre for a captivating series of talks exploring the connections between landscape, nature, ecology, literature,...
Home Educators Day 'Stream Studies' at The Nature Discovery Centre
Fri 9 Oct
The Nature Discovery Centre, Lower Way, Thatcham, Berkshire RG19 3FU
A great day of stream and water themed learning and play for home educating families at the Nature Discovery Centre...
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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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