Winchester Events
What's On Around Winchester, SO23 8SB
Today to Mon 13 Jul, By Distance closest first.
The Gruffalo
Today
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
A Tall Stories production
The Gruffalo
A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood…
Tall Stories' much-loved magical, musical...
Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous
Sun 21 Jun
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
It's almost easier to say whom Ruby Wax DIDN'T meet, interview and coax fascinating insights from in her huge TV shows Ruby Wax Meets and...
The Importance of Being Oscar
Tue 23 Jun and Wed 24 Jun
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
The Importance of Being Oscar
By Micheál Mac Liammóir
Starring Alastair Whatley
Directed by Michael Fentiman
“Life is far too important a...
Winchester Comedy Festival: Summer Gala 2026
Fri 26 Jun
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
An evening of stand-up comedy with Angela Barnes, Arthur Smith, Ray Badran and Tom Deacon (MC).
Line up subject to change.
The Lion Inside
Sat 4 Jul and Sun 5 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
'No matter your size, we all have a mouse and a lion inside.’
A heart-warming tale about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who...
The Makings of a Murderer: The Undercover Detective
Sun 5 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Join Peter Bleksley, a founding member of Scotland Yard’s undercover unit and former star of Channel 4’s Hunted, as he lifts the lid on the most...
Bye Bye Baby
Fri 10 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Bye Bye Baby is a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon Jersey Boys and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four...
Join our choir in Winchester for a FREE taster session
Tue 23 Jun, Tue 7 Jul
St Barnabas Church, Fromond Road, Winchester SO22 6EF
Are you looking to find a choir?
The Winchester Rock Choir is led by choir leader Jan Moll. Over the past few years Rock Choir has become firmly...
An Evening With Chris Difford
Sat 20 Jun
St Marys Church, Twyford SO21 1NS
We're delighted to host Chris Difford for an evening of songs from the Squeeze back catalogue, solo gems and stories from his 50 years of...
Pines Corner Wildlife Garden - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 21 Jun, Sun 28 Jun
Pines Corner Wildlife Garden, Eastleigh SO53 1FJ
Mid-size suburban garden designed for nature with native flowers and shrubs, and maintained for the ecosystem...
Artful Summer Weekend - Contemporary Arts & Crafts Fair
Sat 4 Jul and Sun 5 Jul
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Jermyns Lane, Ampfield, Romsey SO51 0QA
Artful Summer Weekend - Contemporary Arts & Crafts Fair: 4th & 5th July
The weekend offers a chance to meet the artists and makers behind the...
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Durley Church Fete
Sat 20 Jun
Wintershill Hall, Sciviers Lane, Durley, Hampshire SO322AL SO32 2AL
Durley Church Fete: A traditional village fete on Saturday, 20th June 2026 in the beautiful garden of Wintershill Hall, Sciviers Lane, Durley,...
Bramdean House - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 28 Jun
Bramdean House, Alresford SO24 0JU
Beautiful 5 acre garden best known for its mirror image herbaceous borders, a 1 acre walled garden, carpets of spring bulbs, and a large, unusual...
Horsebridge Station House - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 20 Jun and Sun 21 Jun
Horsebridge Station House, Stockbridge SO20 6PU
The gardens at Horsebridge are set against the backdrop of the restored 1865 railway station, featuring full-length platforms, carriages, signals,...
Terstan - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 21 Jun, Sun 26 Jul
Terstan, Stockbridge SO20 6DW
A garden for all seasons, developed over 55 yrs into a profusely planted, contemporary cottage garden in peaceful surroundings...
Longstock Park Water Garden - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 28 Jun
Longstock Park Water Garden, Stockbridge SO20 6EH
A famous water garden with extensive collection of aquatic and bog plants, set within 7 acres of woodland with rhododendrons and azaleas...
Legends of Motown Live at the Plaza Theatre | Romsey
Sat 4 Jul
Plaza Theatre, 40 Winchester Road, Romsey SO51 8JA
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band,...
GreggFest
Sat 20 Jun
The Gregg School, Townhill Park House, Cutbush Lane, Southampton SO18 3RR
What? GreggFest Charity Day – ‘Not All Heroes Wear Capes’
When? Saturday 20 June 11:00am – 8:00pm
Where?...
Southern Swing Band.
Tue 30 Jun
The Rising Sun, Swanmore, Southampton SO32 2PS
Southern Swing Band, return again this summer to play in the Marquee, at the Rising Sun. Bring suitable clothing, in case it turns cold...
SON Tea Dance
Sun 21 Jun
Hedge End Village Hall, St Johns Road, Hedge End, Southampton SO30 4AF
Hedge End Rueda, High Five Salsa and Salsa Solent are pleased to announce a SON TEA DANCE event to be held on Sunday 21st June 2026 at Hedge End...
FREE taster session with the Southampton Rock Choir
Wed 17 Jun
St James Road Methodist Church, St James Road, Shirley, Southampton SO15 5HE
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
The local Southampton choir is run by choir leader Fraser Simpson...
Whitchurch Silk Mill Flower Festival
Fri 19 Jun
Whitchurch Silk Mill, 28 Winchester Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire RG28 7AL
Floral arrangements from local florists, makers and craftspeople will adorn the three floors of the Mill over this three day event...
Bere Mill - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 5 Jul
Bere Mill, Whitchurch RG28 7NH
On an isolated stretch of the upper River Test, gardens have been built incrementally over 30 yrs with bulbs, herbaceous and Mediterranean borders,...
15 Rothschild Close - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 4 Jul
15 Rothschild Close, Southampton SO19 9TE
Small, 8 metre x 8 metre, modern city garden incorporating family living with lush tropical foliage. A large range of unusual tropical style plants...
The Old Rectory, Wickham - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 20 Jun and Sun 21 Jun
The Old Rectory, Wickham, Fareham PO17 6HR
5 acres surround the house, built c1700 and later gifted to the Winchester Diocese. Since 2000, the current owners have developed the garden in the...
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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.