Winchester Events
MyCarBOOTY Sunday Car Boot Sale
Sun 20 Sep, Sun 27 Sep, Sun 4 Oct
Country Market, Osborne & Malthouse Farms, Kingsley, Bordon GU35 0QP
Our ever popular outdoor car boot sale in the rural hampshire countryside. Easy to find on A325 main road. Large level grass site. Well established...
MyCarBOOTY Wednesday Car Boot Sale - FREE buyer entry
Wed 23 Sep, Wed 30 Sep
Country Market, Osborne & Malthouse Farms, Kingsley, Bordon GU35 0QP
Our ever popular outdoor car boot sale in the rural hampshire countryside. Easy to find on A325 main road. Large level grass site. Well established...
Classic Car Sundays at Country Market
Sun 4 Oct
Country Market, Osborne & Malthouse Farms, Kingsley, Bordon GU35 0QP
Join us at Country Market on the first Sunday of each month for this regular Classic Car event. There is something for every vehicle enthusiast!...
MyCarBOOTY Sunday Car Boot Sale
Sun 11 Oct, Sun 18 Oct, and more dates until Sun 29 Nov
Country Market, Osborne & Malthouse Farms, Kingsley, Bordon GU35 0QP
Our ever popular outdoor car boot sale in the rural hampshire countryside. Easy to find on A325 main road. Large level grass site. Well established...
Portsmouth Chamber Music Series: Beethoven and Brahms String Quartets
Mon 12 Oct
Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 2AB
BEETHOVEN String Quartet in D Op.18 No.3 (25’)
ADÈS Arcadiana (20’)
BRAHMS String Quartet No.1 in C minor (35’)
Opus 13, the most recent winner...
Haslar RN Cemetery: great tales of local naval history with a little 'Turk Town' mystery
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Haslar Royal Naval Cemetery, Clayhall Road, Gosport PO12 2BB
Heritage Open Day: Discover the history of Haslar Hospital Cemeteries from the opening of the Hospital to the Present day, detailing how funerals...
Portsmouth Choral Union are holding an Open Rehearsal!
Tue 29 Sep
The Portsmouth Academy, St Marys Rd, Fratton, Portsmouth PO1 5PF
New Members Wanted
Particularly Sopranos for 2026-2027 Season.
Join our rehearsal on 29 September 2026
www.pcuchoir...
Small Wonders: Reimaging British Art
Today, Sun 20 Sep, Tue 22 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...
All Saints, Gurnard, Isle of Wight
Today to Sun 20 Sep
All Saints, Tuttons Hill, Gurnard, Cowes PO31 8JA
Heritage Open Day: Not Listed All Saints Church, Gurnard, was completed in 1893 as the village of Gurnard began to grow...
'Lords and Ladies'
Today 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...
St. Nicholas Chapel
Today to Sat 19 Sep
Langstone Towers, 28 Langstone High Street, Havant PO9 1RY
Heritage Open Day: Beautiful and interesting Chapel in the attractive harbourside Langstone Conservation Area The chapel, situated in Langstone High...
Self guided tour of the church of St. Thomas a Becket
Today to Sun 20 Sep
1-2 Church Lane, Havant PO9 2TU
Heritage Open Day: St Thomas in Warblington has been a place of worship for at least 800 years. A special self-guided tour leaflet is available...
Join our choir in Portsmouth for a FREE taster session
Thu 15 Oct, Thu 5 Nov, Thu 26 Nov
St Jude’s Church, Kent Road, Southsea PO5 3EL
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Southsea Rock Choir...
St Mildred's, Whippingham,, Isle of Wight
Today, Sun 20 Sep
St Mildred's, Beatrice Avenue, Whippingham, East Cowes PO32 6LW
Heritage Open Day: Grade 1 Listed Church St Mildred’s, Whippingham, is a Grade I listed Church of England parish church on Beatrice Avenue, near...
Badapple Theatre Company present '
Sun 4 Oct
Liphook Millennium Centre GU30 7LD
One of Badapple’s best-loved classic shows is back after 15 years! With beautiful songs from SONY Award Winning songwriter, and BBC Radio 4 host, Jez...
St John the Baptist Church, Northwood, Isle of Wight
Today to Sun 20 Sep
St John the Baptist, Chawton Lane, Northwood, Cowes PO31 8QT
Heritage Open Day: Grade 1 Listed Church St John the Baptist, Northwood, is a medieval parish church with 12th-century origins, long serving the...
Newbury Record Fair
Sat 19 Sep
Saint Nicolas Church Hall, West Mills , Newbury RG14 5HG
30 x 6ft tables of Vinyl also CD,s etc . Many rare items and bargains. Expert sellers from all over UK.
Newbury Town Hall Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
Newbury Town Council, The Old Town Hall, Market Place, Newbury RG14 5AA
Heritage Open Day: Visit the Council Chamber & see the Town Hall's history, civic regalia, portraits and the Roll of Honour of Mayors back to...
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...
Cartoon Caravan - Award-Winning Animal Cartoonist - Kitty Pigfish!
Sat 19 Sep, Sun 20 Sep, Sat 26 Sep, and more dates until Sun 15 Nov
65 Stein Road
Southbourne
Emsworth PO10 8LE
'KITTY PIGFISH' - CARTOONIST - Is A Multi Award-Winning - Internationally Exhibited - Much-Published - Professional Dog Cartoonist -...
St Edmund's Church, Wootton, Isle of Wight
Today to Sun 20 Sep
St Edmund's, Church Road, Wootton Bridge, Ryde PO33 4PZ
Heritage Open Day: Grade 11* Listed Church St Edmund’s Church, Wootton Bridge, is a Church of England parish church on Church Road, Wootton, on the...
Opera Comique 50th Anniversary Concert: HMS Pinafore
Sat 10 Oct
St. John's Church, Main Road, Southbourne PO10 8LB
Opera Comique presents a concert version of H.M.S. Pinafore by Gilbert & Sullivan to celebrate its 50th Anniversary, with piano accompaniment by...
Woodlanders Art Exhibition
Today to Sun 27 Sep
Burley Village Hall
Pound Lane
Burley BH24 4ED
WOODLANDERS EXHIBITION
SEPTEMBER 12-27
If you are a regular visitor to the Woodlanders Art Exhibition then you know to expect a wonderful display...
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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/.
(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.
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