Visit Winchester Visitor Guide 2013

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Vibrant. Ancient. Cultured.

Contents Welcome to Winchester

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Practical advice on visiting Winchester

England’s ancient capital

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Family attractions and things to do

A spot of shopping

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Character cottages, country house hotels, imposing

Your guide to discovering the city’s heritage

Children at heart

Where to stay town houses and converted barns – Winchester’s accommodation portfolio has it all.

Choose from the following categories and rest assured – we require all properties listed to be quality assessed for your peace of mind.

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Where to shop and what to buy

Hotels 58 City guest accommodation

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Local produce and eating out

Countryside guest accommodation

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Maps 35

Self-catering 66

A feast of food

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Find your way around Winchester and the district

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City en fête!

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Arts, events, entertainment and details of

Countryside, market towns, National Parks and Hampshire’s coastline

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Campus accommodation

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A Winchester life

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A day in the life of Julian Eardley, Theatre Royal Winchester’s popular pantomime dame.

Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice

Winchester’s celebrations

Explore the heart of Hampshire

Camping and caravanning

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Celebrate the 200th anniversary of her timeless classic in Winchester.

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Welcome to Winchester The perfect English city on the edge of the South Downs National Park, Winchester is England’s ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great. Today Winchester combines the best of city life with the freshness of the surrounding countryside. One hour from London, this is England as it used to be. But don’t take our word for it.

Read on, be inspired, come and see for yourself.

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Ferry: Winchester is a 40-minute drive from

‘ To me, Winchester is a jewel of England and one of our greatest cathedral cities. I cannot take a train between Waterloo and Southampton and not get off at Winchester without regret.’

Portsmouth’s ferry port.

Martin Bell

How to find us Location: Winchester is near to the maritime cities of Southampton (13 miles) and Portsmouth (30 miles) to the south, and the New Forest (18 miles) to the west.

Rail: Winchester is just under an hour by direct train from London Waterloo. Trains depart regularly from Basingstoke, Portsmouth and Southampton.

Air: Winchester is just 15 minutes by road or rail from Southampton Airport. London Heathrow is 50 miles away and London Gatwick 72 miles away.

If you would like to receive this guide in another format, email marketing@winchester.gov.uk or call 01962 840 500 to discuss your requirements.

Tourist information: 01962 840 500 Web: www.visitwinchester.co.uk Films: www.youtube.com/visitwinchester

Coach: There are regular coach services from London, Heathrow and Oxford.

Events: www.twitter.com/king_alf

Megabus: Stops at St Catherine’s Park & Ride.

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Running rabiohead Meet a Visit Winchester Greeter: The Visit Winchester team has introduced an American-style ‘greeters’ scheme to give a personal welcome to Winchester’s visitors – for free! You can now book a ‘Visit Winchester’ volunteer greeter who will share their passion for the city and introduce you to ‘their Winchester’. To find out more see www.visitwinchester.co.uk/ site/winchester-greeters or call 01962 840 500.

Tourist information Visit Winchester Greeters

Other useful contacts Southampton Airport 0844 481 7777 www.baa.com

Post Winchester Local volunteers areTourist waiting to welcome you Call 01962 840 500 www.visitwinchester.co.uk Information Centre (TIC) email: tourism@winchester.gov.uk

Winchester Guildhall High Street, Winchester SO23 9GH Tel 01962 840 500 (an answering

National Rail 08457 484 950 www.nationalrail.co.uk

service operates at busy times and out of hours) Fax

National Express 08717 818 181 www.nationalexpress.com

01962 850 348

Email tourism@winchester.gov.uk Web www.visitwinchester.co.uk

National Traveline 0871 200 22 33 www.traveline.info

Opening times May to September Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday and Bank Holidays 11am to 4pm

Winchester City Council Parking Office 01962 848 346 www.winchester.gov.uk

October to April Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm Closed between Christmas and New Year

Local buses 0845 121 0180 www.stagecoachbus.com

Group travel desk Tel 01962 840 500 Email groups@winchester.gov.uk

Catch up on the latest happenings in Winchester and the district by following King Alfred: www.twitter.com/king_alf www.facebook.com/kingalfwinchester

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Why not call in during your visit? The tourist information centre is on the ground floor of Winchester Guildhall (shown right) just a stone’s throw from King Alfred’s statue at the bottom of the High Street.

Running rabiohead No one knows more about Winchester: Winchester’s Tourist Information Centre was awarded a gold award in the ‘Tourist Information Centre of the Year’ category at the Beautiful South Awards for Excellence 2010 and the national EnjoyEngland Awards for Excellence in 2011. As an EnjoyEngland Official Partner, it is one of around 230 tourist information centres identified by a new quality marque sign alongside the existing

logo. Prior to your visit check

out the service’s award-winning website at www.visitwinchester.co.uk

Parking made easy Winchester is an historic city which was not built with the motor car in mind. But if you follow our recommendations, parking is easy and inexpensive. Look out for seasonal discounts and extended P&R services during holiday seasons.

Park & Ride (P&R) There are extensive P&R facilities located just off M3 J10 and J11. The P&R sites are fully accessible and signed from M3 junctions 9, 10 and 11. Buses run at least every 15 minutes from 7am to 6.30pm. £3 per day, off-peak charge of just £2.50 per day is available to visitors arriving after 10.30am, includes unlimited free travel on P&R buses for all car passengers. No service on Sundays or public holidays when parking is free in some areas of Winchester city centre.

Car parks Long stay car parks in Chesil Street, Worthy Lane and Tower Street. Central car parks are limited to four hours and frequently busy with shoppers. Most car parks are pay and display.

Parking for visitors with disabilities Special bays in all city car parks, although parking charges apply in some. Disabled blue badge holders may also park in residents’ parking bays.

Parking for larger vehicles

Getting around Hoppa service For a small charge, P&R buses also provide a Hoppa Service following a circular route around the city. Consult our access and parking map on page 35 for main stops.

Bike loan Winchester’s ‘Bikeabout’ scheme offers a daily bike hire or yearly loan option for visitors and residents to explore the city and surrounding area. Contact the tourist information centre for more details.

Shopmobility Manual and powered wheelchairs and battery-powered scooters are available for hire by anyone with mobility difficulties.

Book in advance on 01962 842 626, email winchestershopmobility@waca. org.uk or go to www.waca.org.uk/ html/shopmobility.html Consult the access and parking map

Spaces for coaches, large camper

on page 35 in this guide for further

vehicles and motorhomes at St

information or call the Winchester City

Catherine’s P&R site. Caravans,

Council Parking Office on the number

coaches and longer vehicles

given on the opposite page.

can be parked during the day at Worthy Lane Car Park.

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Running rabioheadonline Visit Winchester Planning your trip to Winchester is just a click away – shape your visit with the help of even more information online…

Befriend and follow King Alf for events news: www.facebook.com/kingalfwinchester www.twitter.com/king_alf

Visit Winchester’s multiple award-winning tourism website –

For information on the move download the FREE iPhone App for Visit Winchester from the App Store today!

www.visitwinchester.co.uk – is the official online source of tourist and accommodation information for the Winchester district. And the website is only the half of it – we have special interest websites, an iPhone App, films and social networking

See our films on www.youtube.com/visitwinchester

sites to make it even easier to find out more about what Winchester and the surrounding

Visit Winchester: Attractions Showcases of some of the unmissable attractions that the Winchester district has to offer.

area has to

Visit Winchester: Christmas is here

offer you...

See why 350,000 people come

www.festivalsinwinchester.co.uk Details of festival dates and programme information.

www.christmasinwinchester.co.uk Events, seasonal menus, winter breaks and special offers. Details of the internationally renowned Cathedral Christmas market and ice rink.

www.winchesteraustentrail.co.uk News, events and a downloadable itinerary to help plan your visit to the destinations that featured in Jane Austen’s life. Also lists Jane Austen societies and links to the cricketing trail below.

www.cricketingwinchester.co.uk Trace the history of the sport across Hampshire with the help of our map which also highlights handy restaurants along the way. For enthusiasts wishing to catch a game, the website also features a list of local cricket clubs.

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to the city for a spot of atmospheric retail therapy, ice skating, concerts and services in the Cathedral.

Festivals in Winchester A snapshot of Winchester’s many festivals Plus ...

Winchester Festival, Winchester Writers’ Conference and Winchester Museums films too!

www.visitwinchester.co.uk now has a special section on the Hampshire area of the South Downs National Park which includes information on walks, places to eat, accommodation and attractions.

See www.visitwinchester.co.uk/site/south-downs

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Ready-made trails and itineraries

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The leaflets below are available from Winchester Tourist Information Centre or you can request copies or download them from www.visitwinchester.co.uk –­ so when stocks of various publications below run low, online versions remain available.

Why not base yourself in Winchester and get exploring?

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Places to visit • shoPPing & services eating out • country Pubs • beautiful walks

Supported by the Co-op WiCkham

Places to visit • shoPPing guide eating out • country Pubs • beautiful walks

• Alresford Pocket Guide • Bishop’s Waltham Pocket Guide • Wickham Pocket Guide • Stockbridge Pocket Guide

Take in the city’s main sights Winchester Explorer Map: Ideas for places to visit, walking trails and places to eat in and around Winchester. Includes city map, area map and special offers.

City Walk: Trace the footsteps of King Alfred from his famous statue in the Broadway to his last known resting place beneath Hyde Abbey Garden.

Austen: the author’s life in Hampshire – Follow our trail to discover more about Austen’s life in Hampshire. www.winchesteraustentrail.co.uk Cricket: its evolution in Winchester and Hampshire’s countryside – Embark upon a full itinerary tracking the evolution of cricket across

Keats: a Winchester walk in the poet’s

Hampshire and unravel the fascinating history of this

footsteps: Follow the daily route Keats took

sport from its early origins in Hambledon and Alresford.

during his stay in Winchester and see why the walk provided inspiration for his famous ode ‘To Autumn’.

www.cricketingwinchester.co.uk Alresford Millennium and Alre Valley Trails –

Sunset: a romantic walk through picturesque

Links together footpaths around the town with

Winchester: Encompassing St Giles’ Hill, The Weirs and Abbey

illustrated boards detailing the town’s history, its

Gardens, the walk passes some of the city’s oldest buildings

inhabitants, wildlife and countryside setting. Explore a

and most exquisite scenes – don’t forget your camera.

little further and add on the optional loop known as the

Visitor trail by wheelchair

Alre Valley Trail.

This trail is designed to help wheelchair users and

Defence of the Realm: explore Hampshire’s

people with pushchairs explore the historic city with confidence.

military history – Handy guide to a superb collection of over 30 castles, museums, great ships, parks, gardens and stately homes.

Don’t forget! There’s lots of information on individual attractions too…

The tourist information centre is also the place to pick up information on our key attractions, popular walks, family activities, postcards, souvenirs and books on the area.

Good Food Hampshire: ideas for foodie days out – Dine in our pick of award-winning eateries, take part in foodie events and enjoy special offers and competitions. www.goodfoodhampshire.com

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England’s ancient capital A city steeped in history Winchester is packed with historic buildings, monuments and museums – all within a short walking distance of each other and just waiting to be explored. If you’re not sure where to begin, take the short climb up St Giles Hill for a real overview of the city’s fascinating heritage. From the top you can trace the sweep of medieval and Georgian buildings, laid out according to the original Saxon street plan, and steal a bird’seye view of some of the city’s most notable landmarks, from the gothic turrets of the Victorian Guildhall to the perpendicular lines of the renowned cathedral.

Also visible from the hill is Hamo Thornycroft’s imposing bronze statue of Winchester’s most

World-famous cathedral A place of worship for over 900 years, Winchester’s imposing cathedral is as remarkable for its hidden treasures as it is for its spectacular architecture. Here, in the longest medieval nave in Europe, you will find outstanding works of art alongside the tombs of Jane Austen, Izaak Walton and the early English kings. The Winchester Bible – incredibly

significant royal visitor, King Alfred the Great.

created by a single scribe – is on view in the

Scholar, soldier and statesman, this Saxon

library, and Antony Gormley’s powerful statue,

king rebuilt the city after the Dark Ages and

Sound II (shown above left) is hidden away in

made it his capital. His last known resting place

the evocative setting of the cathedral crypt.

is commemorated at Hyde Abbey Garden, a

Don’t miss evensong (5.30pm every day in term

public space designed by leading landscape architect and former pupil of Winchester College, Kim Wilkie.

time except Wednesday) for an opportunity to hear the choir, widely regarded as one of the best in Britain.

Cycling news! Winchester is a small city with lots of places of interest within cycling distance. It is the start of the National Byway and the South Downs Way. From Spring 2013 you can set out from the King Alfred statue and cycle using a special cycling and walking friendly route along the Hockley Viaduct to link to the National Cycle Network that takes you all the way to Southampton and the Isle of Wight… www.winchester.gov.uk/roads-highways/cycling-and-cycle-routes/

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Walk this way: If you’re keen to explore Winchester but don’t know where to begin, why not discover the city highlights with one of our qualified tourist guides? Their regular guided walking tours cost £4.50 per adult (accompanied children under 16 free) and depart from the tourist information centre. Private or group tours can also be arranged for any number, catering for special interests and foreign languages. Prices start from £50 per group for a standard 90-minute tour. Each year, the guides offer a series of special themed tours including Jane Austen, Chesil Railway, Winchester at War and the popular Halloween Tours. For more details, contact the tourist information centre or go to www.winchestertouristguides.com

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‘ Winchester Cathedral has been a part of my life for fifty years since I became a chorister there in 1956. Despite my travels and reporting life, it remains one of the most inspiring and spectacular buildings on earth.’

Jon Snow

Arthurian legend Winchester is also famous for its legendary Arthurian Round Table. A striking sight, the table has been housed for over 700 years in the Great Hall – the only remaining part of Winchester Castle and once the centre of court and government life. According to myth, the original table was created by the wizard Merlin, although this version is believed to have been made for Edward I, a king known for his

See Winchester’s traditions, events and landscapes

interest in the Arthurian legend.

through the eyes of locals in our ‘A Winchester life’

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feature at www.visitwinchester.co.uk which includes an exclusive interview with a Winchester choirboy.

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England’s ancient capital New – iPhone App for Winchester: Look out for the new Visit Winchester iPhone App which provides visitors with interactive access to detailed information from the Visit Winchester website when in location. Information on accommodation, things to do, events and places to eat will be available on your iPhone at the touch of a button from the App store – for free!

This application has been developed by local businesses and Winchester City Council through the Visit Winchester and the Heart of Hampshire Destination Management Partnership.

Arthurian legend (continued) Originally the table was undecorated but a later monarch had it painted to depict himself as the mythical king’s descendent: see how closely the painted Arthur figure resembles the young Henry VIII… Close to The Great Hall is the medieval Westgate (see page 15), a fortified gateway which served as a debtors’ prison for 150

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‘ Winchester, the Westminster of Anglo-Saxon England, is one of the leading archaeological cities of the world, and home to some of the greatest medieval buildings in Europe. Visit them!’

years. Here you can read the prisoners’ graffiti,

Martin Biddle, Professor of

see the interesting collection of weights and

Medieval Archaeology,

measures and take in the excellent views

Oxford University

from the roof. The splendid painted ceiling is thought to commemorate Mary Tudor’s lavish wedding to Philip II of Spain which took place

The bishops’ legacy

at Winchester Cathedral in 1554 amid great

Almost two hundred years before Mary’s

pomp and ceremony. Mary’s legacy doesn’t

nuptials, Bishop William of Wykeham founded

stop there; she also bestowed a series of gifts

what is now believed to be the oldest

on the people of Winchester including the

continuously-running school in the country,

City Mill, which she granted to the city by royal

Winchester College (pictured, left – see page

charter in 1554. The mill still grinds flour today;

14). One of the greatest architectural and artistic

see page 14 for more details.

patrons of his day, Wykeham also established New College, Oxford. Both colleges were on a scale previously undreamt of in English education and became the model for Eton and King’s College, Cambridge. Join a guided tour for an intriguing glimpse of the medieval buildings, the 14th century gothic chapel with its unusual wooden vaulted roof (shown left) and the 17th

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the great hall Castle Avenue Telephone: 01962 846 476 www.hants.gov.uk/greathall Email: the.great.hall@hants.gov.uk

The Great Hall Situated at the top of the High Street just to the left of The Westgate, The Great Hall and Sally Port are the only surviving parts of Winchester Castle and are owned and maintained by Hampshire County Council.

The Great Hall was one of the largest and finest in England, and is certainly the finest of that period to have survived today.

Its many features include stained glass windows, a judges’ bench and wrought steel gates that were installed in 1983 to commemorate the wedding of the Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer.

Winchester is great for groups!

Group travel advice Our group travel experts in the tourist information centre have extensive knowledge of the local area and will be happy to help with all aspects of your group visit, including: • • • •

providing tailored itineraries; advising on group-friendly accommodation and eateries; organising familiarisation visits; supplying multiple copies of maps and guides.

Email groups@winchester.gov.uk, call 01962 840 500 or go to www.visitwinchester.co.uk/groups-and-travel-trade

Guided tours for groups Winchester’s tourist guides offer private tours for groups of any size, catering for specialist interests and foreign languages. To book a tour, call 01962 840 500 or go to www.winchestertouristguides.com for further information.

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The Round Table The Hall is home to the legendary Arthurian Round Table,which has hung there since 1348. The Table has been dated to the late 13th or early 14th century and was probably constructed within the Hall. The names of 24 of the Knights of the Round Table are written around the edge of the table, surmounted by King Arthur on his throne.

Queen Eleanor’s Garden Situated just outside the south door of The Great Hall is a recreation of a medieval herber named after Queen Eleanor of Provence, wife of Henry III, and her daughter-in-law Queen Eleanor of Castile, wife of Edward I. It was opened by Her Majesty The Queen Mother in 1986 as part of the Domesday celebrations. Turf seats and bay hedges surround a herb garden and features include a fountain, tunnel arbour and stone seats – so one can sit and admire!

Open: All year, daily except Christmas and Boxing Day and occasionally closed for civic events. Please see our website for details.

Guided tours available upon request. Group booking advised.

Nearest parking at Tower Street Car Park.

Admission: Suggested donation of £2.00 or £1.00 per head for groups.

THE HOSPITAL OF ST CROSS ‘The best kept secret in Winchester’

History and hospitality in a serene and picturesque setting by the water meadows.

The Hospital of St Cross is a beautiful group of Grade 1 Listed buildings dating from 1132, and is home to 25 Brothers.

Visitors can admire the medieval architecture, absorb the quiet calm in the fine transitional Norman church, explore the beautiful flower gardens and receive the Wayfarer’s Dole, which is a small cup of beer and a morsel of bread. The gift shop opens throughout the year, selling a selection of high quality goods from the Porter’s Lodge. Tea rooms in the medieval Hundred Men’s Hall provide refreshments during the summer. St Cross is an easy walk along the river, 20 minutes from the City centre.

Opens: April to October 9.30am – 5pm Monday – Saturday and from 1pm Sunday. November to March 10.30am – 3.30pm Monday – Saturday.

Charges: £4 adult; £3.50 senior/student; £2 child.

Tel: 01962 851375 Fax: 01962 878221 Email: visitors@stcrosshospital.co.uk www.stcrosshospital.co.uk

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England’s ancient capital Old school tie: Winchester College boasts some illustrious alumni. Some of the more famous Wykehamists include Hugh Gaitskell, Douglas Jardine, Lord Howe, Viscount Whitelaw, George Mallory, Viscount Younger, Richard Noble, Tim Brooke-Taylor, Anthony Trollope (see right) and Kenneth Clark. Take a tour to find out more – see www.winchestercollege.org

Wykeham was not the only bishop to make his

museums and to discover more about the history

If your exploration of Winchester’s past leaves

mark on Winchester. Politician, patron of art

of the site, the one-time location of Winchester

you hungry for more, why not drop into the

and brother of King Stephen, Henry of Blois

Castle and Charles II’s extravagant palace. This

award-winning City Museum – the UK’s first

was a highly powerful figure in 12th century

construction, designed by Wren, was intended

purpose-built museum outside London – to

England who used his considerable wealth to

to be a copy of Versailles – its grand façade

follow the story of the city from prehistoric

finance the building of Wolvesey Castle and

facing the west front of the cathedral. The king

and Roman times to the present day (see

nearby Bishop’s Waltham Palace. Both are now

died before its completion. Budding military

page 15). Alternatively, book yourself on a

in ruins, the latter a victim of the Civil War, the

historians shouldn’t miss the Royal Armouries

tour with a qualified tourist guide: see page 9

former of a later bishop’s desire for a more

at Fort Nelson, Fareham (see page 18), for an

for more details. You can also check out the

‘comfortable’ residence.

outstanding array of cannon artillery and daily

range of historical guides stocked by the tourist

midday firings of the big guns. You can even

information centre, or take a look at the history

experience a gun-firing personally by arranging a

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From the college, a short walk south through the idyllic water meadows will lead you to another reminder of Bishop Henry’s legacy. The Hospital of St Cross (see page 12) is a medieval almshouse that has provided sheltered accommodation for elderly gentlemen since its foundation in 1136. Request the Wayfarer’s Dole – a morsel of bread and beaker of ale – at the Porter’s Lodge and you will be taking part in a 900-year-old tradition.

gift voucher! Close by is Southwick Park, General Eisenhower’s operational headquarters during the Second World War and still home to the preserved D-day wall map. Also on site are the Royal Military Police and the Royal Navy Regulators museums.

Souvenir bottled ale is now available.

Military might Back in the city centre, the elegant red-brick buildings of Peninsula Barracks are now home to one of the most sizeable collections of regimental history outside London, in the form of five military museums (see page 14). Call in to the visitor centre for an introduction to the

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England’s ancient capital Processions Winchester is bathed in light during two atmospheric night time processions late in the year. The torchlit procession to mark Bonfire Night wends its way to a gathering of thousands at the North Walls site near River Park Leisure Centre.

And to mark the opening of the Cathedral Christmas market and ice rink hundreds of hand crafted lanterns are carried aloft down the historic High Street into the inner Cathedral Close.

Founded in 1382, Winchester College has the longest unbroken history of any English school. Guided tours concentrate on the medieval heart of the College and include Chamber Court, the 14th Century Gothic Chapel, College Hall, the 17th Century School, and the medieval cloisters.

The 17th Century Walk-in tours start from the Porters’ Lodge, College Street at the following times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10.45am 12 noon 2.15pm 3.30pm Tuesday & Thursday 10.45am 12 noon Sunday 2.15pm 3.30pm Please check website www.winchestercollege.org/guided-tours for any changes.

Charges Adults £6.00 Students / Seniors £5.00 Group tours for parties of 10 or more should be pre-booked.

You can see both events in action on www.youtube.com/visitwinchester – just click on the link for the ‘Christmas is here’ film.

W inchester’s M ilitary M useums

Winchester College Enterprises, SO23 9PE Tel: 01962 621209 Email: enterprises@wincoll.ac.uk www.winchestercollege.org

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HorsePower (Museum of The King’s Royal Hussars) The Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum The Gurkha Museum The Adjutant General’s Corps Museum

FOR ALL THE FAMILY SO MUCH TO SEE – TOO GOOD TO MISS Visitors’ Centre and refreshments at the Café Peninsula.

For more information: Tourist Information Centre (01962) 840 500 Winchester’s Military Museums (01962) 877 826 / 843 659

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The journey begins...

www.winchester.gov.uk/museums

Have fun stepping into Winchester’s past and imagine what life was like in Britain’s first royal capital. Explore two unique venues each telling the story of 2,000 years of the city’s fantastic history. There’s lots to see, lots to do for all the family and it’s all absolutely free.

City Museum

Westgate Museum

The Square – near Winchester Cathedral s 01962 863 064

High Street – close to Great Hall s 01962 869 864

Open Apr-Oct Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun noon-5pm

Open 16th Feb-Mar Sat 10am-4pm; Sun noon-4pm Apr-Oct Sat 10am-5pm; Sun noon-5pm Closed Nov-Jan

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Children at heart Science, steam and snow leopards The Winchester district offers a host of exciting and stimulating activities for all the family. Famous attractions such as the cathedral and the Great Hall appeal to every age, and many offer children’s activities. There are numerous parks, open spaces and nature reserves in or near the city and further afield are other attractions which children love. Here are some ideas for the young and the young at heart.

For a nostalgic day out, take a ride on the

extensively renovated Royal Armouries at

restored steam trains at the Mid Hants Steam

Fort Nelson (opposite) as they discover the

Railway – otherwise known as the Watercress

fine collection of firearms on display. And

Line – operating for 10 miles between

there are regular free performances based on

Alresford and Alton (see page 52). Time your

famous battles, firings of the big guns at noon

visit to coincide with the popular Santa Specials

each day, a Playmobil play area and a friendly

when there are presents for all the children.

welcome at Café 1871.

Don’t miss ‘Day Out With Thomas’ or ‘Ivor the Engine’ when the much-loved characters run along the tracks.

Float through the cosmos at the UK’s largest planetarium at Intech Family Science Centre and Planetarium (see page 18). With 80 hands-

You can happily lose the family in the

on exhibits, children can gain a memorable

tunnels and underground rooms at the now

insight into the world of science.

Boing! Calling all kids: Winchester Bunny Hop your way to an Easter treat.

Winchester’s Easter bunny hides colourful clues around the city and invites families to help find them to crack a puzzling code to win a treat! This year’s Winchester Bunny Hop takes place from Friday 29 March – Sunday 14 April 2013. Download the quiz sheet from www.visitwinchester.co.uk or pick one up from the tourist information centre and hop into the shops along the numbered trail along the map to collect your egg-shaped clues.

Brought to you by Winchester Business Improvement District.

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A free day out for all the family… at Fort Nelson: The Royal Armouries’ unique Victorian Fort Nelson (page 18) – home to the big guns – benefitted from a £3.5m redevelopment in 2011, supported by a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF). The new glass-sided Voice of the Guns gallery has guaranteed ‘wow factor’ and showcases 14 of the most famous exhibits, including two sections of the infamous Iraqi Super Gun. Other highlights include social history galleries, exciting new interactives, a 19-acre fort to explore and a brand new visitor centre – including Café 1871 – plus all the old favourites such as underground tunnels and ramparts with panoramic views over Portsmouth and the Meon Valley. www.royalarmouries.org

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‘ Winchester was a wonderful place to grow up and remains a lovely place to visit. There is always something new to see or old to revisit, from the beautiful water meadows to the Round Table, from the surrounding countryside to the city itself. I have always been very proud to be from Winchester.’

you can try your hand at gravestone rubbings

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flour at Winchester City Mill, a National Trust property perched over the fast-flowing River Itchen (see page 14). Rebuilt in 1744, it has a delightful island garden, impressive mill race, regular milling demonstrations, children’s quizzes and an interactive exhibition. Keep your eyes peeled for the resident family of otters often seen by the bridge at dusk.

The cathedral has plenty for its younger visitors. Take a tower tour, or test your powers of observation with one of the nine trails

or gargoyle modelling at one of the cathedral’s workshops (see page 10).

At the family-friendly City Museum the many hands-on activities help to put you in touch with the past (see page 15). There are children’s quizzes and colouring-in sheets, and you can try on Edwardian and Anglo-

Save £££s! For lots more

Saxon costumes. Look out for visits by

ideas for family fun pick up a free copy

re-enactors that bring the history of

of the Winchester Explorer Map from the

Winchester to life.

tourist information centre. You can also download discount vouchers for some attractions from www.visitwinchester. co.uk/site/special-offers

And don’t miss the medieval Westgate, with activities for children including brass rubbing, sorting artefacts and replica Tudor and Stuart armour to try on. Call 01962 840 500 for opening times.

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African adventure Step into Africa and meet some of the most fascinating animals on earth at Marwell Wildlife.

Watch elegant gazelles, ostrich, zebra and giraffe as they explore Marwell’s new African Valley while you refuel at Café Graze.

A visit to Marwell Wildlife is a chance to get close to the wonders of the natural world – and play a big part in helping to save them. From ring-tailed coatis to red-eyed tree frogs, laughing kookaburra to frilled lizards, giraffe-nosed catfishes to snow leopards, Marwell’s 140-acre park is home to over 180 exotic and endangered species, in beautiful, landscaped surroundings.

Just by visiting Marwell Wildlife, you’ll be making a big contribution to their projects to conserve species and habitats, both here in Hampshire and around the world. Their work is a lot more widespread and influential than you might realise.

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Children at heart Special offers for families: You can still have plenty of fun in Winchester without having to pay full price – look out for special offers and downloadable vouchers on our website: www.visitwinchester.co.uk/site/special-offers.

Family friendly getaways If planning a family holiday feels like preparing for a military campaign, then help is at hand – Winchester is a very family friendly destination.

You’ll find plenty of accommodation that is well equipped for families – take a look at pages 53–69 for some ideas.

Save £££s! Keep the children entertained: During the school holidays there are always plenty of activities and events to keep the children occupied – from craft making to Halloween surprises. Keep an eye on www.visitwinchester.co.uk for more details.

families. Children stay for free if sharing with

All children receive a welcome pack on arrival

their parents. The hotel has six family rooms

with colourings and puzzles. The hotel is also

and 25 rooms with an additional z bed to cater

offering a Marwell Package that includes dinner,

for two adults and one child, travel cots can

bed and breakfast for a family plus entrance to

also be provided on request. If you fancy eating

the park for two adults and two children.

in the main restaurant, children aged 12 years and under can choose a free meal from the

Winchester’s Holiday Inn (see page 58), next

children’s menu. If your children need to let off

door to Intech Family Science Centre and

steam they can enjoy the outside terrace and

Planetarium, is particularly geared up for

play giant Jenga and giant Connect 4.

Call 0871 942 9188 or see www.hiwinchester.co.uk for more details and to book.

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A spot of shopping Where to shop... and what to buy A paradise for shopping connoisseurs, Winchester and its surrounding market towns boast a tempting array of independent shops, boutiques and art galleries in scenic settings. Soak up the lively atmosphere of street entertainment, historic buildings, café culture and intriguing backstreets that make Winchester a delightful shopping experience worthy of a lazy day’s wandering.

Once the Romans’ east to west route through

Parchment Street is a hotspot for unusual

the city, the High Street is now lined with

boutiques, galleries and stylish hair salons.

a mix of traditional and nationally-known

Look out for the Kite Flyer – a sculptural

stores. Right at the top you will find Walcote

commission which is in keeping with the

Place, an attractively pedestrianised side street

street’s history and its artistic atmosphere.

which is home to elegant clothing stores and contemporary jewellers.

In The Square specialist shops selling everything from cooking utensils to handsome stationery

Just a stone’s throw from the historic Hyde

jostle for attention with quaint pubs and

Abbey and the northern gate to the city,

restaurants on what was once the site of a

unusual restaurants and a range of quality

cattle market. Boutique style shops sell well-cut

shops offer an exciting mix for shoppers in an

clothing and accessories.

area known as ‘Hyde Vale’.

Crafty shopping ideas: Visit the vintage, antiques and art and design markets (see page 23 for details), where the High Street and Middle Brook Street are transformed into a creative wonderland – with everything from jewellery and illustrations to vintage clothes and antiques. The Guildhall Winchester also hosts a varied programme of fairs throughout the year including the Winchester Food and Produce Show (28 July). The Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Show (14–18 November) – firmly established as the ‘must visit’ event for its stunning collection and unrivalled choice of contemporary jewellery and stylish silverware.

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Running rabiohead To market, to market: Time your shopping trip to coincide with the bustling city markets on the High Street and Middle Brook Street which take place every Wednesday through to Saturday, selling everything from local food and produce to flowers and second-hand books (see page 23).

Or visit the country’s largest farmers’ market on the second and last Sunday in the month for a feast of the finest local produce. Specialist markets regularly feature in Winchester Cathedral’s event programme, from fine food fairs and craft markets to the Bavarian-style Christmas chalets trading in conjunction with the ice rink during December.

Nearby, a collective of equally historic, interconnected side streets between Great Minster Street and Southgate Street – known together

Out of the city, there are a number of charming market towns to explore, also full of specialist shops and attractions.

as ‘the Constabulary’ – offers jewellery, antiques, gifts, home furnishings

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and fine wines. Wander a little further and tucked away between the cathedral and Winchester College, you’ll come across Kingsgate Street

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Elegant Alresford is awash with independent specialist shops, Places to visit • shoPPing guide eating out • country Pubs • beautiful walks

food stores, antiques and interiors shops as well as top-notch

and College Street, holding some of the city’s best shopping secrets.

boutiques and shoe shops – some recommended by TV style

These include Winchester’s oldest bookshop, a rather special gift retailer and a treasure-trove of antique maps and prints.

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gurus and Vogue magazine. There’s also ample opportunity to purchase inspired accessories, gifts and beauty products or delicious meats, fresh bread and classic nibbles. The New Alresford Pocket Guide contains a comprehensive shopping section.

Bishop’s Waltham

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shops selling a wonderful array of items for the home, fine art prints and cards and high quality silver jewellery. And an awardwinning delicatessen and café tempts shoppers with a collection of fine epicurean foods from across the globe – find out more in The Bishop’s Waltham Pocket Guide.

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Wickham The medieval square in picturesque Wickham is home to traditional shops of all kinds, making for a pleasant afternoon’s browsing. For a retail experience like no other, don’t miss

Supported by the Co-op WiCkham

Chesapeake Mill, constructed from timbers from the US frigate Chesapeake, captured during the War of 1812. Pick up or

download a copy of The Wickham Pocket Guide to plan your visit.

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You can explore Stockbridge’s shops and eateries too – City Map F7

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1st Sunday of every month, March to December Middle Brook Street 10.00am - 4.00pm A great opportunity to buy or sell all things Vintage & Retro including clothes, accessories, homeware, furniture, vinyl records plus much more.

Wednesday - weekly speciality food & produce market from producers across the south 9.00am - 4.30pm

General Street Markets

1st Sunday of every month High Street 10.00am - 4.00pm Experts & enthusiasts offer an array of antiques & collectables including books, homeware, vinyl records, clocks & toys.

Thursday – shabby chic, bric-a-brac & general Friday and Saturday – wide variety of quality foods & value for money household goods 9.00am - 5.30pm

Art & Design Market 3rd Sunday of every month March to December 10.00am - 4.00pm

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The perfect place to purchase art & design-led craft direct from the artists & makers.

For more information contact Jackie Edwards on 07515 797 878 or Paul Lewis on 07971 646 483 www.smtmanagement.co.uk

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Central shopping Experience unrivalled shopping in Winchester the whole year round. With a tempting array of big name stores, independent retailers and so much to see and do, Winchester is surely the first choice destination for locals and visitors alike. Take time to explore the many side streets and winding lanes and you won’t miss out on Winchester’s hidden treasures. Looking to relax and unwind? Winchester offers an amazing collection of cafes, bars and restaurants to be found across the City.

Winchester’s High Street offers a range of top national high street names and independent shops, sure to satisfy your shopping desires. It boasts a mix of local and national pubs, restaurants, shops and services that will cater for your every need.

The Square and Market Lane

Man on A Horse, Elisabeth Frink, 1975

Upper High Street, Staple Gardens and Romsey Road

The Upper High Street, Staple Gardens and Romsey Road area is steeped in history containing the last surviving part of the old Royal Palace, the Great Hall, home of the legendary King Arthur’s Round Table and Peninsular Barracks. Nestled throughout this area is a shopper’s paradise with everything from well-known names to premium jewellery retailers.

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This part of Winchester is situated near the Cathedral and benefits from having some of the finest bars and restaurants in the city.

The Square offers a relaxing atmosphere with many of its cafes and bars providing outside seating. Market Lane is the entrance to the historic Cathedral, and also plays host to popular High Street names alongside independent retailers.

‘Sound II’ statue, Antony Gormley, 1986

The Buttercross, restored by G. G. Scott, 1865

The Constabulary

The Constabulary can be found close to the High Street and next to The Square, stretching as far as Southgate Street. It is made up of St Thomas Street, Southgate Street, St Clement Street, Minster Lane, Little Minster and Great Minster Street.

These charming winding lanes are home to many independent shops selling everything from traditional wooden toys to contemporary designer furniture.

Central shopping Parchment Street

Parchment Street can be found just off of the High Street near WH Smiths. The street is a unique boutique shopping destination that offers a range of quality independent shops for you to browse. This attractive area boasts a number of independent jewellery shops where you might find something Kyte Flyer, special for the Marzia Colonna, 2009 one you love.

The Brooks Shopping Centre

The Brooks Shopping Centre is located right in the heart of Winchester city centre. With ample parking this is a great place to start your Winchester experience. Within the shopping centre you will find a range of High Street names and popular retail outlets that you, your family and friends will all enjoy.

The Brooks is also home to Winchester’s Shopmobility scheme.

Jewry Street

Once the city’s Jewish quarter, Jewry Street plays home to many businesses, retailers and attractions. Today you will find the Winchester Discovery Centre and Theatre Royal Winchester, a charming 400 seat regional theatre which plays host to an eclectic mix of drama, live music, dance and stand-up comedy. You will find a variety of shops and numerous restaurants and bars to cater for all tastes.

The Chesil Rectory Built between 1425-1458

St. Georges Street

St. Georges Street can be found adjacent to Winchester High Street. This area is home to award winning hardware stores, camera and photographic shops, cafes and eateries. St Georges Street is your gateway to Parchment Street, Upper Brook Street and the Brooks shopping centre as well as being a superb shopping destination in its own right.

Hyde Vale and the station

Just a stone’s throw from the historic Hyde Abbey and the northern gate into the city, the area around City Road, Andover Road, Hyde Street and North Walls is now home to some exciting and unusual businesses. You can find a wide range of quality shops and food eateries for you to enjoy.

City Bridge and Chesil Street This area of the city beams beauty and history, and shouldn’t be missed on your visit to Winchester. Situated by the beautiful River Itchen, located near the City Mill, there is an array of independent shops and eateries for you to enjoy. Bridge Street is your gateway to the stunning Winchester water meadows and St. Catherine’s Hill. @WinchesterBID

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Shopping made easy: Shop ‘til you drop with our guide to Winchester’s shopping and dining secrets. The guide includes an easy-to-use map and directory to make sure you don’t miss a thing on your shopping list. Pick up your copy from the tourist information centre. You can now search for local businesses online using our interactive map of Winchester.

Simply go to www.winchesterbid.co.uk/winchester-business-directory to find information about the business, contact details, a website link and even opening hours.

For speciality shopping tips across the whole district, you can download our leaflet at www.visitwinchester.co.uk/site/things-to-do/shopping

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A feast of food Straight to the source Drawing on its rural resources, the ancient capital of England enjoys a growing reputation for quality local produce, endorsed by the size and popularity of its thriving twice-monthly farmers’ market and weekly food and produce market (see pages 22–23). With more pubs, restaurants and cafés than ever before serving up delicious Hampshire fare, you won’t have to wander very far to sample the freshest seasonal flavours.

Winchester Farmers’ Market Farmers’ Market (second and last Sunday in

Watercress: Winchester’s local leaf

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Watercress has

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buffalo and watercress scones. Trading starts

of watercress beds spanning the Itchen and

at 9am, so get there early as some of the

Meon Valleys. As well as supplying the major

tastiest produce sells out quickly. Visit

supermarket chains, watercress is a regular

www.hampshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk

feature on local menus and can be bought in

or call 01420 588 671 for more details.

farm shops around the area.

Go straight to the source and visit Winchester

Foodie fiesta: Real food-lovers should make a date with the Hampshire Food Festival, an annual celebration of the county’s culinary delights from 1 to 31 July, packed with more than 100 delicious foodie events. Join in farm, brewery and vineyard tours, cookery demonstrations, special open days, farm visits and tasting events.

Activities are held at numerous times and venues across Hampshire – with plenty of opportunities to eat, enjoy and buy! Full programme and special festival offers available from May; visit www.hampshirefare.co.uk

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Hampshire’s finest: Don’t despair if your visit doesn’t quite coincide with Winchester’s fabulous farmers’ market. You can still sample the best of Hampshire’s finest local produce by calling into numerous farm shops, delicatessens and restaurants across the district such as Twyford Stores, Cheriton Post Office and Village Stores and The Thomas Lord pub in West Meon.

Hampshire Fare’s free guide to local producers of food, drink and craft in the county will help you seek out the best the region has to offer, and includes details of foodie events throughout the year.

Simply call 01962 845 435 or visit www.hampshirefare.co.uk to request your copy.

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‘ Winchester’s farmers’ market is one of the finest in the country.’

Rick Stein

The local leaf is also celebrated at the annual Watercress Festival held each year in May in the town of Alresford, the hub of the UK’s watercress industry. You can even ride the Watercress Line – also known as the Mid Hants Steam Railway – which runs real ale and dining trains throughout the year (see page 52).

Food from the chalk streams The River Itchen, which runs through the heart of the Winchester District, and the River Test to the south west of Winchester are famous for the wild brown trout and rainbow trout which thrive in their ‘gin-clear’ fast-flowing waters. You can sample these delicious fish at numerous pubs and restaurants in the area

Take home a taste of Hampshire: Hampshire Hampers make a memorable gift – visit

www.hampshirehampers.co.uk for more information.

but at none more aptly named than The Trout Inn at Itchen Abbas.

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A feast of food Great Country Pubs: South East England has its share of quintessential country inns providing visitors with excellent accommodation, seriously great seasonal food, local ales, picture-postcard locations and unique character in abundance. So next time you’re looking for that special place to rest your head or get out and about in the South East, check out www.greatcountrypubs.com for Tourism South East’s pick of the greatest country pubs. Tourism South East is a founding partner of the new Visit Winchester and the Heart of Hampshire Destination Management Partnership – helping promote Winchester and the South Downs with local businesses.

Festive food www.christmasinwinchester.co.uk is the place to go each year to view Christmas menus from some of the district’s most celebrated eateries. Whether you’re planning the annual office celebration, lunch with a friend or a seasonal family gathering, there’s bound to be a festive menu to suit.

Did you know?

You can download the Visit Winchester iPhone App from the App Store to find places to eat when you’re in Winchester

National Food Hygiene Rating Scheme: Winchester City Council in partnership with the Food Standards Agency has introduced the national Food Hygiene Rating Scheme. The scheme helps consumers choose where to eat out or shop for food by giving them information about the hygiene standards in restaurants, cafés, takeaways, hotels and food shops.

You can search for information about hygiene standards at eating establishments in the Winchester district by searching for Winchester at food.gov.uk/ratings. Winchester City Council only recommends eateries that have scored a 3 or above in the rating scheme. (Please be aware that the assessment process is continuous so ratings may change during the year.)

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Hampshire Hospitality Award Winners 2012-13 Quality on a plate The Hampshire Hospitality Award is a quality marque for restaurants, pubs, tea rooms, cafés, fast food outlets and other eateries in the county. Look out for three categories of excellence…

Key Wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible and wheelchair accessible toilet

Quality Assured Award: Takes all aspects of its business seriously – customer service, welcome, cleanliness and a commitment to good cooking.

City centre Bangkok Brasserie 33 Jewry Street, SO23 8RY 01962 869 966 Bengal Sage 72–74 St. George’s Street, SO23 8AH 01962 862 173

Local Produce Award: Dedicated to using and promoting ingredients produced in Hampshire (or within 10 miles of the county boundary).

Towns and villages

Kyoto Kitchen 70 Parchment Street, SO23 8AT 01962 890 895

The Bell Inn West Street, Alresford, SO24 9AT 01962 732 429

Lainston House Hotel Sparsholt, SO21 2LT 01962 776 088

The Thomas Lord (pub) High Street, West Meon, GU32 1LN 01730 829 244

Morn Hill Brasserie Holiday Inn, Morn Hill, SO21 1HZ

0871 942 9188

The Old Vine (pub) The Chesil Rectory 8 Great Minister Street, SO23 9HA 1 Chesil Street, SO23 0HU 01962 854 616 01962 851 555 Rimjhim eighteen71 1–3 City Road, SO23 8SD

Guildhall Winchester, Broadway, 01962 868 352 SO23 9GH Terracotta Chinese Restaurant 01962 840 820 3 Eastgate Street, SO23 8EB El-Sabio Tapas Bar & Restaurant 01962 854 919

60 Eastgate Street, SO23 8DZ Winchester Hotel and Spa 01962 820 233 Worthy Lane, SO23 7AB The Golden Lion 01962 709 988 99 Alresford Road, SO23 0JZ

Wykeham Arms 01962 865 512 75 Kingsgate Street, SO23 9PE Hotel du Vin 01962 853 834 Southgate Street, SO23 9 EF

01962 841 414 Visit our Hampshire Hospitality Awards page on www.visitwinchester.co.uk for downloadable menus and to see what the assessor had to say about our winners.

Superior Quality Assured Award: Commitment to high quality cooking, ingredients chosen with care and a genuine enthusiasm for food.

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Dame Judi Dench

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Hampshire Hospitality Award Winners 2012-13 H A M P S H I R E H O S P I TA L I T Y AWA R D W I N N E R S 2 0 1 2

2010 Tiffin Cup National runner up

33 Jewry Street, Winchester

Tel 01962 869966

Ladies Who Lunch Gold Award

72–74 St George’s Street, Winchester

The distinctive flavours of Thai cuisine with hints of fresh coriander, fish sauce, lemongrass and chili, along with the world renowed Thai hospitality, is now available in Winchester. www.BangkokBrasserie.co.uk

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We have combined our passion for fine food and excellent service to create a restaurant where you can enjoy freshly cooked innovative Indian food in a wonderful setting!

Tel 01962 862173

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Probably most famously known for Sushi, the menu at the Kyoto Kitchen reflects the variety of Japanese cuisine with tempura, teppanyaki grills, curries, soups and noodles.

70 Parchment Street, Winchester

Tel 01962 890 895

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Book a table 01962 820 233 At El Sabio we offer you the opportunity to experience authentic Spanish tapas, our famous paellas and with over 50 different wines in our riverside restaurant in Eastgate, Winchester.

At lunch-time you can enjoy 3 tapas for ÂŁ8.99 which are always freshly prepared in our kitchen using the best possible ingredients from Spain.

For more information and bookings you can call us on 01962 820233 or visit our website www.elsabio.co.uk 60 Eastgate Street, Winchester SO23 8DZ Touring Map E3

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eighteen71 is a superb eatery overlooking the Broadway, Abbey Gardens and the Nunnaminster.

Tel: 01962 840 820 Email: guildhall@winchester.gov.uk Web: www.guildhallwinchester.co.uk www.facebook.com/ guildhallwinchester Guildhall Winchester, Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9GH

Open seven days a week, eighteen71 offers a selection of meals, snacks, cakes and drinks to satisfy your appetite!

Its light, modern interior offers lounge style seating or comfortable dining tables and the outside seating area gives you the chance to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Broadway.

Loyalty Card Get 10% off all food and soft drinks. Enjoy coffee, cakes and lunch at eighteen71

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The Old Vine A warm welcome awaits...

Opposite the cathedral, this traditional British inn in the heart of historic Winchester is the perfect place to meet for lunch, supper or just a drink.

Award-winning restaurant with quality gastropub food and drink in pleasant surroundings, plus superior guest accommodation Fine wines, real ales (we’re in the Good Beer Guide) Oak beams and a roaring log fire for winter; an airy glazed courtyard for summer; and friendly, helpful staff Hampshire Hospitality Award-holders since 2006. Proud supporters of local food producers through Hampshire Fare

8 Great Minster Street Winchester SO23 9HA Tel: 01962 854 616 www.oldvinewinchester.com City Map E8

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A feast of food City Map F8

Terracotta, a modern Chinese restaurant in Winchester, oriental cuisine with an exciting modern twist.

We emphasise ‘flavour, aroma, and taste’.

We also stress the healthy aspect of our dishes. We serve our food the way that nature intended it to be, ‘fresh and wholesome, exciting and healthy’.

3-course business lunch £8.99 Dinner 3-course set meal from just £16.50 *subject to change of menu

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A feast of food It’s official – ‘Best Town Pub’ of the year!

The Wykeham Arms, renowned for its roaring log fires and ‘olde worlde’ charm has been awarded the national ‘Best Town Pub’ of the year in the 2013 Good Food Guide.

This is not the only accolade that the Wykeham Arms has won this year – our assessor awarded them a Superior Quality with Local Produce Hampshire Hospitality Award saying, ‘This well-known city institution is still at the top of its game, with a friendly welcome, a great ambience and deft seasonal cookery.’

Alresford – a watercress wonderland!

Alresford is a handsome Georgian town of colour-washed houses, riverside walks and specialist shops that is perhaps best known as the hub of UK watercress industry, due to its clear chalk streams which remain at a relatively constant temperature. Main producer Vitacress has a 50 year history – from a one-acre site it now owns farms in England, Portugal and Kenya.

Fancy something sweet?

Winchester has an ever-growing reputation as a hotspot for children’s retail. In addition to independent toys and clothes shops there are some lovely traditional confectioners around. The Sweet Treat Company on City Road is a must- stop-off on the way to and from the railway station, and the Sweetie Emporium at the top of the High Street has long delighted locals with it’s tempting array of ‘proper sweets’ in jars too. Chocoholics can choose from Thorntons and Montezumas on the High Street, and during the festive season the Winchester Cathedral Christmas market does a great line in Hot Chocolate and fudge...

If you want to learn more about Alresford’s history and see the River Alre up close, pick up a free copy of the Alresford Millenium Trail leaflet a self-guided walk that links together footpaths with illustrated boards around the town.

Information on shops and restaurants can be found in the Alresford Pocket Guide – also available free from Winchester Tourist Information Centre and as a download on

Visit Alresford Watercress Festival on the 19th May 2013 to celebrate the famous leaf in the UK’s watercress capital. See page 42.

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Important note about M3

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City en fete!

Discovering the arts in Winchester Culture lovers will find plenty to occupy them in Winchester. The city is home to a wealth of accomplished artists, designers and craftspeople. The University of Southampton’s renowned School of Art thrives in Winchester, as do a host of festivals and a range of popular live performance venues including the Theatre Royal and the Discovery Centre in Jewry Street. Modern art and striking architecture sit side-by-side with historic buildings, monuments and museums in the ancient capital of England.

Vibrant Venues

www.festivalsinwinchester.co.uk

Expand your cultural horizons in one of Winchester’s venues, each housed in a building of architectural interest. The Theatre Royal Winchester, an Edwardian gem, has been sensitively restored with a modern twist to provide an elegant setting for classic plays, children’s theatre, music, dance and standup comedy. You can enjoy an eclectic mix of off-the-wall acts at the Tower Arts, so called because it once served as the city’s water tower.

Not to be outdone, the Chesil Theatre Company stages dramatic productions in a 12th

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Music festivals grace the Winchester district in the summer: Between 5–7 July 2013 you can catch Blissfields: a laid back music festival located on Vicarage Farm in Woodmancott. It features excellent local acts, local produce and arts and crafts stalls. The music varies in genre so there’s something for everyone, including families. See www.blissfields.co.uk. The Boomtown Fair will return to the Matterley Estate for its third year (8–11 August 2013). Based on an entire mock city the heavily themed family-orientated festival plays host to hundreds of artists from around the world performing in over 30 completely outrageous themed venues and stages: www.boomtownfair.co.uk

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‘ What impressed me most about our broadcasting panel event was the interest of the audience and the quality of their questions. The success of a festival isn’t only the function of the performers - the entire atmosphere was special, but then, Winchester is a very special place.’

Peter Sissons, commenting on the Any Questions event at Winchester Guildhall in 2012

century church, while the Everyman Cinema

Vibrant Venues

occupies a converted military chapel: with

Winchester’s Discovery Centre opened in 2007

state-of-the-art projection and sound and

on the site of the old lending library in Jewry

luxurious Parisian-style seating, it’s a far cry

Street, forming part of the city’s emerging

from your average multiplex. But perhaps the

cultural quarter. The centre contains first-floor

most awe-inspiring auditorium for an evening’s

exhibition space called The Gallery, showcasing

entertainment is the cathedral itself, where you

exhibitions of national and regional interest,

can hear classical music concerts throughout the

while a ground-floor gallery, City Space, hosts

year, some of them free.

a programme of heritage, and art exhibitions drawing on local themes, collections and artists.

Interested? See www.festivalsinwinchester.co.uk or watch the film at www.youtube.com/visitwinchester

Taking pride of place in the foyer is a huge stitched wall hanging by Winchester resident Alice Kettle – Textile Artist of the Year 2006.

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Heliosphere perform outside Winchester Guildhall during the Hat Fair, July 2009

The Art of Bollards The recently refurbished Square in Winchester (City Map E8) now showcases 17 colourfully painted bollards featuring designs taken from iconic paintings by artists such as Klimt, Picasso and David Hockney. Based on an original idea proposed by Winchester’s Hat Fair founder Jonathan Kay, the bollards are painted by local artists from The Colour Factory, Jenny Muncaster and Rachael Alexander (see www.thecolourfactory.org.uk).

The project is sponsored by Winchester City Council, Winchester BID and local businesses.

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City en Fete

Festivals in Winchester Throughout spring and summer Winchester welcomes exciting arts celebrations of all kinds. Here are just some of the highlights; for more events see www.festivalsinwinchester.co.uk

Visit our Gallery, City Space, Library, Café and Shop.

Don’t miss our fantastic range of exhibitions, events and courses.

FREE

Winchester Film Festival (April): Catch a great movie classic or cult favourite in venues across the city.

Internet & Wifi

Mayfest (May): A city centre celebration of folk music, morris and more...

Winchester Writers’ Conference (June): Lectures and workshops headlined by celebrated authors, literary agents and commissioning editors.

Winchester Fashion Week (June): A fashion frenzy of catwalk shows, workshops, talks, exhibitions and a frock swap.

Hat Fair (July): Britain’s longest-running festival of street theatre.

Expect a vibrant mix of breathtaking performance, stunts, circus, clowning and music.

Come and discover our award-winning building on Jewry Street, in the heart of Winchester

Box Office 01962 873603 www.hants.gov.uk/wdc www.facebook.com/winchesterdc

Winchester Festival (July): Enjoy some of the greatest names in 21st century theatre, literature, visual arts and music.

Winchester Comedy Festival (October): Our newest festival, set to take the city by storm in its second year of big names and up-and-coming acts.

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Events at a glance January

April

2 Oct 12 – 27 Jan Fibre of Gods, Whitchurch Silk Mill Jan – May The Story of Pride and Prejudice Exhibition, Jane Austen’s House Museum 4 Jan – 3 Feb The Great Nave,

Winchester Cathedral 9 Jan The Cassini Mission to Saturn, Intech 12 Jan – 2 Feb Mayor’s Choice Exhibition,

Winchester Discovery Centre 29 Jan Open Evening, Winchester Cathedral

5 – 14 Apr 6 – 13 Apr 12 Apr

13 Apr

February 2 Feb Beginners Stargazing Night, Intech 9 Feb Courtney Pine – House of Legends, Theatre Royal Winchester 9/11/16 Feb Colder than Here, Chesil Theatre 9 Feb ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Study Day,

Chawton House Library 9 Feb – 3 Mar A Change of Heart,

Winchester Discovery Centre 13 Feb Viking Astronomy

(Derek McKay-Bukowski), Intech 19 Feb Servants’ Soirée, Hinton Ampner 22 Feb Baking Half Term Bonanza,

Winchester City Mill

March 2 Mar

3 Mar 7 Mar – 14 Apr

12 Mar – Dec

21 – 24 Mar

Mark Steel’s in Town, Winchester Discovery Centre Wedding Fair, Winchester Guildhall Books by Artists, Winchester Discover Centre Regency Dress Collection for the 200th anniversary of Pride and Prejudice, Flora Twort Gallery, Petersfield CAMRA Beer Festival, Winchester Guildhall

August Winchester Film Festival Prin, Chesil Theatre An Audience with Jonathan Miller, Theatre Royal Winchester A Dinner of Decadence, Hinton Ampner

May 6 May 18 – 25 May

18 May 19 May 25 – 27 May

May (TBC)

May Day Cavalcade, Beaulieu A Street Car Named Desire, Chesil Theatre Mayfest, city centre Alresford Watercress Festival 50th Anniversary of Hinton Ampner Re-opening Bishop’s Waltham Festival

June 8 June 8 – 9 June 11 – 15 June

12 – 16 June

14 – 16 June 21 – 25 June 29 June

Alresford Music Festival War on the Line, Watercress Line Two Gentlemen of Verona presented

by Shakespeare at the Tobacco Factory, Theatre Royal Winchester Winchester Cathedral Flower Festival: Symphony of Flowers Winchester Guitar Festival Winchester Writers’ Conference Armed Forces Day, city centre and Winchester Military Museums

July 1 – 31 July 5 – 7 July 5 – 14 July 5 – 7 July 6 – 13 July 10 July

26 – 28 July

28 July

Hampshire Food Festival Winchester Hat Fair Winchester Festival Blissfields, Woodmancott Home and Beauty, Chesil Theatre Sounds of the Cosmos (Dr Lewis Dartnell), Intech Winchester Science Festival, Winchester Discovery Centre Food and Produce Show, Winchester Guildhall

For more event details: www.facebook.com/kingalfwinchester www.twitter.com/king_alf Tel: 01962 840 500 Email: tourism@winchester.gov.uk www.visitwinchester.co.uk/site/whats-on

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For a snapshot of what you can enjoy throughout the year, watch our films at www.youtube.com/visitwinchester

1 – 4 Aug 8 – 11 Aug 11 Aug (TBC)

Wickham Festival Boomtown, Matterley Estate Winchester Criterium – Cycle Event, city centre

September 7 Sept Sept – Dec

Alresford Agricultural Show Exhibition: ‘She had dressed with more than usual care’, Jane Austen’s House Museum

October 5 – 6 Oct

6 Oct – 11 Nov

26 Oct – 3 Nov

Hampshire Harvest Weekend, Winchester Cathedral Making It: in communities and schools, Winchester Discovery Centre Wessex Children’s Book Festival, Winchester Discovery Centre

November 14 – 18 Nov

21 Nov – 22 Dec 21 Nov – 5 Jan

Desire Jewellery and Silversmithing, Winchester Guildhall Christmas Market, Winchester Cathedral Christmas Ice Rink, Winchester Cathedral

TBA • Round Table Bonfire and Fireworks Display • Winchester Theatre Royal’s Pantomime • Christmas at Marwell

December • Christmas services at Winchester Cathedral • Watercress Line Santa Specials • Christmas Party Nights, Winchester Guildhall See www.christmasinwinchester.co.uk for details of events, menus and special offers

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Explore the heart of Hampshire ‘England as it used to be’ The Winchester district is located in the heart of rural Hampshire – stretching down as far as Portsdown Hill in the South, it nestles between Test Valley to the West and the South Downs to the East. Soft rolling hills, woodlands, rivers market towns and villages (see page 45-48) all conspire to give the visitor a lasting impression of experiencing ‘England as it used to be’.

City of fresh air Many first time visitors to Winchester are often surprised by its closeness to the countryside, and the floral parks and tranquil waterways. Within the city itself you will find gardens and parks which provide the perfect opportunity for some time out from the city.

Abbey Gardens, on the site of a nunnaminster founded by King Alfred the Great’s queen, Ealhswith, are a riot of colour in the summer. Just beyond, the Weirs Walk takes you alongside the fast-flowing Itchen, past Wolvesey Castle and on towards the enchanting water meadows. It was this idyllic landscape that inspired Keats to write his ode ‘To Autumn’; during a stay in Winchester 1819.

Pick up a copy of Keats: a Winchester walk in the poet’s footsteps from the tourist information centre (see page 7) to follow his daily route to St Cross, ‘where the air isworth sixpence a pint’.

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Unlock the secrets of the rural heart of the county: We’ve created several ready-made trails and itineraries to help you get more from your visit. Whether you are an Austen enthusiast, a cricket buff or a dedicated fan of a circular walk that encompasses historical landmarks and quirky churches, there is something for you. See page 7 for the full range of trail leaflets available and find out why 69% of prospective guests extend their stay in Winchester having looked into what the possibilities are in and around the district. www.winchesteraustentrail.co.uk www.cricketingwinchester.co.uk

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Running Explore the rabiohead heart of Hampshire For information on the move download the FREE iPhone App for Visit Winchester from the App Store today!

Approximately one mile from the city

or contemplate the twisting miz-maze cut

fort of St Catherine’s Hill. This is the site of

into the surface of the hill. And if you like

the first settlement in the Winchester area

a little fauna with your flora, take a walk

and of one of the earliest recorded cricket

through the Winnall Moors nature reserve

matches, played by Winchester College

and Yew Hill Farm Butterfly Reserve.

boys in 1647 – if you want to find out more

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For leafy tranquillity try the lime-shaded

about the origins of cricket in Hampshire,

outer close of the cathedral or the Dean

pick up a copy of Cricket: its evolution in

Garnier Garden (through the archway to

Winchester and Hampshire’s countryside

the right of the cathedral). Another secret

(see page 7). A great spot for picnics, you can

corner of greenery is Queen Eleanor’s

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Breathtaking: Follow the self-guided Sunset Walk from the tourist information centre up St Giles Hill to be rewarded with a sweeping vista of the city.

Garden behind the Great Hall.

A reconstructed medieval herbarium

Cricket clubs in and

based on records of royal gardens of around the Winchester

Winchester City Council has two venues available for cricket hire. These are King George V and North Walls Recreation Ground. Both sites offer two cricket pitches with pavilion provision.

13th century, it is named in honour of

CRICKET

Eleanor of Provence and Eleanor of Castille,

Winchester College’s cricketing legacy

For more information telephone 01962 848 231 or visit: www.winchester.gov.uk

both of whom spent time at Winchester

Bishop Ken, a scholar of the College, recorded that he was fond of the game when he was a boy in the 1650s and 60s.

In 1845, a College team was reputed to have been surprised when they played a Basingstoke team who won the match by using a catapult instead of a bowler. Regular matches between Winchester, Eton and Harrow began in 1825.

To see local clubs in action please contact the organisations direct.

Castle. Hyde Abbey Garden traces the

For a full listing of all local clubs simply contact Winchester & District Cricket Clubs Association

shape of the abbey that was the resting

on 01264 390 100 or visit: www.sporthampshireiow.co.uk

Douglas Jardine (1900-1958) As an English cricketer and captain of the England cricket team in the early 1930s, Jardine, an Old Wykehamist (the name given to Winchester College alumni) is perhaps best known for captaining the English squad during its 1932-33 Ashes tour of Australia.

The Ashton Brothers ‘We thank thee, we praise thee, we bless thee O Lord, for Hubert, Percy, Gilbert and Claude,’ - so goes the old Winchester College song, and for good reason. Sporting prowess ran in the Ashton family - all four brothers were Blues at Cambridge and also excelled in football. Gilbert, Hubert and Claude all captained the university team in the three consecutive seasons from 1921 to 1923.

Roger Winlaw (1912-1942)

Hubert Doggart OBE (b.1925)

Mansur Ali Khan ‘Tiger’ Pataudi (b.1941)

The decade after Claude Ashton left Winchester College, Winlaw became a high profile member of the Winchester College cricket eleven.

Hubert Doggart was educated at Winchester College and King's College, a Cambridge blue in five different sports and captain in four.

Between 1928 and 1931, he won the Public Schools Doubles with HJH Lamb, the first Wykehamist pair to do so. He captained in his last two seasons, heading the batting and bowling averages in 1930. Winlaw went on to play for Cambridge University and later Surrey and, like Ashton before him, also played football for Corinthians. In a final tragic coincidence, Winlaw died in the same fatal plane crash that took

He taught at Winchester College (1950-1972) while maintaining a successful amateur cricket career for Cambridge University and Sussex Cricket Clubs. Doggart went on to represent England in two Test matches in 1950 and has held many offices in sports administration, such as President of the MCC (19811982).

Born into an Indian royal household, Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi completed his education at Winchester College after inheriting the titular dignity of Nawab of Pataudi upon his father’s death.

Excerpt from the Cricket leaflet His team employed the controversial ‘body line’ technique (where the bowler deliberately aimed the cricket ball at the body of the batsman), tactics employed to neutralise the opposing Australian batsmen, particularly Don Bradman, and which caused a veritable storm in the cricketing world.

Awarded the Military Cross in the first world war, Hubert (1892-1979) went on to play for Essex scoring more than 1,000 runs in both 1921 and 1922. He was knighted in 1959 in recognition of his services as an MP.

After playing for Oxford, he went on to captain the Indian national side at 21 and played 310 matches, scoring 15,425 runs, his highest being 203 (not-out). Mansur Khan made his Test debut against England at Delhi in December 1961. Following his retirement, Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi became the Indian national cricket coach (1974-75) and later refereed ICC matches.

place of Alfred the Great, his wife and their

‘And when the game's o'er, and our fate shall draw nigh (for the heroes of cricket, like others, must die), Our bats we'll resign, neither troubled nor vex'd, and give up our wickets to those that come next.’

When Hampshire County Cricket Club looked into renovating Southampton’s old County Ground in 1987, it was agreed that the demands placed upon the pavilion and grounds had outgrown the facilities. Thirteen years and £24m later, The Rose Bowl opened.

Bishop’s Waltham Cricket Club 01489 877 670 www.bishopswaltham-cc.co.uk

son – three engraved ledger stones show the locations of their graves.

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The Rose Bowl has been home to many international cricketers since the move from the old County Ground in 2001. The legendary Shane Warne played with Hampshire from 20002007. Club captain for four years, Warne was joined by fellow Australian internationals Simon Katich, Shane Watson and Stuart Clark.

Chawton Cricket Club 01420 855 19 St Cross Symondians contact@stcrosscc.co.uk www.stcrosscc.co.uk Hambledon Cricket Club cdemellow@aol.com www.hambledoncricketclub.com

‘Let's join in the praise of the bat and the wicket, and sing in full chorus the patrons of cricket...’

Games akin to cricket have been played on the fields of England since the middle ages, but a game called 'crecket' first appears in 1598.

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44 Hampshire also has a strong history of developing England players: the likes of Robin Smith, Shaun Udal, Chris Tremlett and Dimitri Mascarenhas have all represented their country.

Old Alresford Cricket Club 01962 733 612 West Meon Cricket Club 01730 829 689 www.westmeon.org.uk

Hampshire’s own cricketing history owes much to the legacy of the Hambledon and Alresford cricket clubs and the pre-eminent players educated at Winchester College.

Running rabiohead Market towns and rural villages If you’re looking to explore further afield, it’s easy to stumble across picturesque towns and villages dotted across the Heart of Hampshire. And wherever you go, you’ll find country pubs and cosy tea rooms to fuel your exploration. Why not extend your stay and explore some of the beautiful countryside around the city.

Use the Touring map on page 38 to locate the towns and villages.

Alresford Eight miles to the east of Winchester,

walks offer a detour past the watercress

Alresford is a handsome town of painted

beds so (when stocks allow) you can pick

Georgian houses that rose from the ashes

up a souvenir bunch using the honesty box

of the great fires of the 17th century. As

provided. Learn about Alresford’s fascinating

well as specialist shops, there’s a surprising

history by picking up a free copy of the

number of eateries – traditional and gastro

Alresford Millennium & Alre Valley Trails,

pubs, smart bistros and award-winning tea

detailing two self-guided walks linked in with

rooms. Hop on board a powerful locomotive

illustrated boards around the town.

for an unforgettable ten mile steam trip to Alton on the Mid Hants Railway, or simply

Plan your trip with The New

step back in time at the superbly restored

Alresford Pocket Guide,

station. The town’s annual Watercress Festival

free from Winchester Tourist

in May celebrates its status as the UK capital

Information Centre and many

of watercress farming. Enchanting riverside

of Alresford’s shops.

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See page 29 for details of award-winning country inns located in picturesque surroundings.

A stroll along the river: The Alresford Millennium Trail links together footpaths around the town and attractive riverside with illustrated boards which give information on the history of Alresford, its inhabitants, wildlife and countryside setting. If you would like to explore a little further then add on the optional loop known as the Alre Valley Trail for an opportunity to see at closer hand some of the beautiful countryside that surrounds Alresford. Download the trails from www.visitwinchester.co.uk or pick one up from the tourist information centre.

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working mill nearby. Bishop’s Waltham

Twelve miles south east of Winchester lies

has many interesting connections with the

the medieval town of Bishop’s Waltham.

Napoleonic Wars; prisoners of war were once

The bishop of the title was Henry of Blois,

held here, including the French admiral at the

brother of King Stephen, who founded

Battle of Trafalgar.

To learn more about the town’s fascinating

Bishop’s Waltham Palace in the 12th century.

An important residence of the powerful

past take a look round the atmospheric

Winchester bishops, the palace hosted many

museum, newly housed in The

royal visitors including Mary Tudor while she

Farmhouse at Bishop’s Waltham

waited for the arrival of her future husband,

Palace. The museum is free of

Philip II of Spain, prior to their marriage.

charge and is open at weekends

The palace was destroyed in 1644 under

from May to September from 2pm

Cromwell’s orders but the extensive

until 4pm. To help you explore

ruins are worth a visit today.

this rural market town and its

The town itself has a fine Norman church,

pocket guide

Places to visit • shoPPing & services eating out • country Pubs • beautiful walks

nearby countryside pick up a copy of the new

and a host of boutiques and award-winning

Bishop’s Waltham Pocket Guide from the

restaurants housed in attractive period

tourist information centre or download it

buildings. There’s also a vineyard and a

from www.visitwinchester.co.uk.

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‘I adored growing up in Bishop’s Waltham and have fond memories of being taken as a small child to feed the ducks on the pond at Bishop’s Waltham Palace, and of picnics in the grounds with my grandmother, parents and little sister. I was always fascinated by the history of the ruins and their association with Cromwell.’

Amanda Holden

A taste of the Test: Just 30 minutes drive from Winchester, the historic market town of Stockbridge lies at the heart of the popular Test Valley. The wide picturesque High

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Street reflects its early role as part of a drovers road where it was common to see flocks of sheep or herds of cattle being driven through the town. It is now home to art galleries, outdoor pursuit and gift shops, restaurants and pubs. The annual food festival celebrates its link with the River Test and in particular the brown trout. The River Test also provides an opportunity for a casual stroll or a long distance walk. Look out for the Stockbridge Pocket Guide available from Winchester Tourist Information Centre.

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Download the guide from www.visitwinchester.co.uk or contact Winchester Tourist Information Centre to request a copy. Call 01962 840 500 or email tourism@winchester.gov.uk

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Call 01962 840 500 or email tourism@winchester.gov.uk

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by William Wilkins, architect of the National Gallery. Set in acres of parkland beside a lake fed by a tributary of the Itchen, the result is an astonishing sight but it proved to be an impractical place to live and the house was abandoned. Today, The Grange stands empty, coming to life once a year for the critically-acclaimed Grange Park Opera festival. See www.alresford.org for more pictures and information.

Twyford and Shawford

constructed from timbers from

If you travel out of Winchester on the B3335

the US frigate Chesapeake.

you will pass through Twyford, where the

Wickham enjoys a superb

Edwardian waterworks is open to the public

location in the heart of the

on selected Sundays during the year. There

Meon Valley and Wickham

are also themed open days throughout the

Vineyard, at Shedfield close by,

summer. Attractions include the original

offers vineyard tours and tastings.

pumping buildings and equipment, a set

The Wickham Pocket Guide, encompasses

of lime kilns and water softening process

all the information you’ll need to plan your

together with a working industrial railway,

trip. Pick up a copy from Winchester Tourist

a model boat pond and a nature trail. Call

Information Centre or download one from

01962 714 716 for details.

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Cricket buffs shouldn’t miss nearby

from Twyford and is probably best known

Hambledon, otherwise known as the

today for being the spot chosen to film

‘cradle of cricket’. In the late 18th century,

where Victor Meldrew – the grumpy old man

Hambledon Cricket Club raised the game

from the television series One Foot in the

‘from a sport to an art’ and established the

Grave – was hit by a car and died. There

rules we know today. There is a memorial

are pleasant walks here along the river or up

to the club on Broadha’penny Down and

onto Shawford Down.

the Bat and Ball Inn opposite, which used to serve as the pavilion and clubhouse, is full Exploring Hambledon: the Cradle of

is the picturesque village of Wickham.

Cricket, features three countryside walks.

surrounded by graceful period buildings, it

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The map shown on the right is designed to help you plan your visit to Winchester and district and is numbered to sequence the developments of the sport chronologically. It’s up to you how you plan the itinerary of your personal homage to cricket. You’ll notice strong links between inns and the game - offering you a legitimate opportunity to explore some of Hampshire’s oldest and finest hostelries from The Bat & Ball in Hambledon to Thomas Lord’s old residence in West Meon, now trading as a thriving restaurant showcasing the best of local food.

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And there’s also an opportunity to visit Winchester and stroll up St Catherine’s Hill (site of a cricket match between college boys in 1647) or take a tour of Winchester College itself where so many cricketers, including the controversial Douglas Jardine, honed their skills. As Hampshire is now the county of The Rose Bowl, this strong tradition is clearly continuing with pride - in fact Test matches will be played here from 2011, if you’re interested…

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1750s: Formed as a private club by noblemen and country gentry, Hambledon Parish Club grew in prominence and Hambledon Cricket Club was founded in the 1760s. The actual players were hired professionals from Odiham, Alresford, Farnham, Alton and Sussex - teams generally played for five hundred guineas a side (plus travel expenses) - a fortune at the time.

Bets taken at the grounds added to the high financial stakes at play.

Hambledon remained the focal point of the game from the 1770s to the 1790s. Between 1772 and 1796 the club met ‘All England’ in 66 matches and won 38 of them.

In its heyday, Hambledon Cricket Club was run by Richard Nyren, landlord of The Bat & Ball Inn (see map). By 1771 Nyren moved to The George Hotel where the club held its meetings.

Rules and regulations

Hambledon remained the pre-eminent club until the formation of Marylebone Cricket Club and the opening of Lord’s Cricket Ground in 1787. Although not the first great cricket club in England, the Hambledon is the earliest of which we have substantial knowledge, thanks to the recollections of John Nyren (see picture), Richard’s son, entitled The Cricketers of my Time.

1760-1771: During the period of Hambledon’s primacy, several rule changes occurred that turned the sport into its modern recognisable form.

1782: Early matches were played on Broadhalfpenny Down. By 1782 the site of play had moved to Windmill Down, then the site shifted again between 1808 and 1875 when Ridge Meadow (a level field between Broadhalfpenny Down and Windmill Down) came into use.

The club still plays here today.

Hambledon

its evolution in Wickham

Bowling: Delivery of the ball changed from a fast, underhand bowl all along the ground, to an overarm bowl where the ball pitched up before the batsman;

Wicket: The third (middle stump) was introduced. Before this if the ball passed through the two stumps the batsman was deemed not o

Bats: The original bats had been of crooked or ‘hockey-s but evolved into a flat-faced type to cope with the new In 1771 the width of the bat was defined as 4¼ inches. cricketer ‘Shock’ White emerged onto the pitch one Sep with a bat the full width of the wicket.

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The Lord legacy

has its own water meadows and is a good

pilgrimage. Start at the site of Winchester’s

Winchester and

place for a stroll. Alternatively you can

earliest recorded match on St Catherine’s Hill

Hampshire’s

browse the interesting shops, including those

in 1647 and follow a trail that takes in the

countryside from

housed in the fascinating Chesapeake Mill

landmarks of cricketing history to end at the

Winchester Tourist

(shown right), a Grade II listed watermill

Rose Bowl in West End. For more details or

Information Centre.

1622: The first record of cricket ever being played is in a legal case in Boxgrave, Surrey. Two men were accused of playing cricket in the church grounds.

The churchwardens stated that it was ‘contrarie to the seventh article (Sabbath) and for that they use to breake windowes with the ball’.

Their defence was that the game they were playing ‘was not cricket’, hence the origins of the phrase ‘it’s not cricket’.

1647: A Latin poem by Robert Matthew contains a reference to a cricket match involving Winchester College pupils on St Catherine’s Hill. Although cricket was certainly played earlier in the county, this is the first written record of a game in Hampshire.

1654: During Oliver Cromwell’s Protectorate the playing of cricket was prohibited on the Sabbath, and in this year the penalty fine was doubled to two shillings.

1660: The Restoration of the monarchy in England lifted the sanctions although the church continued to disapprove of the playing of the game on Sundays.

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Visit the college to find out more about where Douglas Jardine, the famous Ashton brothers and Hubert Doggart himself all learned to play cricket - and see for yourself the immaculately kept grounds overlooking the water meadows where they played. For more information, or to book a guided tour call 01962 621 209 or email enterprises@wincoll.ac.uk.

A Latin poem refers to a match played on this unspoilt beauty spot overlooking Winchester in 1647. The view of the city has changed over the centuries, but remains breathtaking. For information on self-guided walks that include St Catherine’s Hill go to www.visitwinchester.co.uk or call 01962 840 500.

Visit The Bat & Ball Inn whose famous landlords have included Robert Nyren who ran Hambledon Cricket Club, and Andrew Freemantle, a player who Nyren himself admired. Cross the road and you’ll see a statue and the cricket pitch that was once home to the famous pavilion.

Call 023 9263 2692 to book a table. Postcode: PO8 0UB.

In the 18th century the noted cricketer Thomas Taylor was landlord of The Globe on the Lake in Alresford. Why not walk the well preserved Georgian town’s circular river trail? Alresford’s cricketing connections continued to recent times - The Old Sun on East Street was once home to legendary commentator John Arlott. Enquire about lunch bookings at either The Globe on the Lake (SO24 9JB - see www.cricketingwinchester.co.uk for contact details), or The Cricketers Inn in nearby Easton (SO23 1EJ), 01962 779 353.

Thomas Lord, founder of Lord’s Cricket Ground, retired to West Meon in the Winchester district. You can visit his smart Georgian home today as it is now a Hampshire Hospitality Award-winning eatery that uses a traditional kitchen garden (complete with free range chickens) to feed 99% local produce to its clientele. View Lord’s tombstone at the local church to complete the experience. To book a table at The Thomas Lord call 01730 829 244.

Postcode: GU32 1LN.

It seems Hampshire is not going to give up its reputation as a centre of cricketing excellence.

The multi-million pound stadium will start playing host to Test series in 2011.

Visit www.rosebowlplc.com to find out more about the events taking place here.

Postcode: SO30 3XH.

This leaflet shows only a selection of the public houses in the district that have a cricketing background or theme.

See www.cricketingwinchester.co.uk for more details or www.visitwinchester.co.uk/site/things-to-do/food-and-drink to find a wider selection of eateries to suit every taste.

If you would like this leaflet in a larger format please contact the tourist information centre on 01962 840 500 or e-mail tourism@winchester.gov.uk

For more information on planning your visit to the area call Winchester Tourist Information Centre on 01962 840 500 or see www.visitwinchester.co.uk

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(1794-1832) Thomas Lord, founder of Lord’s Cricket Ground in London is buried in the church yard of St. John's Church in West Meon. He retired to the village in 1830 and his impressive late Georgian home now trades as The Thomas Lord public house and restaurant.

Originally from Norfolk, Lord moved to London to White Conduit Club. He met the 9th Earl of Winch Finch and the future Duke of Richmond, Charles offered him the financial backing he needed to b cricket ground off Dorset Square. When the leas this, Lord purchased two fields in St John's Woo ground was completed there in 1809. In 1813 p agreed to transect this site with the Regency C ground was moved again to its present site wh opened in 1814.

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Discover the Downs The new South Downs National Park Hampshire Area pull-out brochure in the centre of this guide showcases the Hampshire area of the National Park, helping you plan your escape to the countryside. Nestling beside Winchester, you’ll find great walking, cycling and riding country. Immerse yourself in the past with a visit to the cultural landmarks at Chawton, Steep and Selborne to discover how the landscape inspired some famous historical figures. Find out where to sample the finest local foods and use our ‘Where to stay’ section to book your accommodation.

Escape to the rural shores Come and visit Hayling Island, Emsworth, Havant and the surrounding area This beautiful southern coast of England is found on the rural shores between the naval city of Portsmouth and the historic city of Chichester. It has excellent transport links from all over England and is an unspoilt haven for those in search of tranquillity and relaxation or action packed watersports. The area offers a beautiful place to stay with Blue Flag beaches and wonderful countryside with a wide choice of accommodation and great restaurants.

A great place to visit or stay, a great place to relax or play For a full colour brochure contact: Hayling Island Visitor Centre, Seafront, Hayling Island PO11 0AG Tel/Fax: 023 9246 7111 • E-mail: tourism@havant.gov.uk • www.havantyouheard.co.uk

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And regular ferry and hovercraft crossings with excellent links to buses and trains mean that it’s possible to have a really exhilarating day out at the coast and still be back in Winchester in time for tea.

Beyond the heart of Hampshire Discover ancient forests, rolling green hills and modern cities as well as the Solent coastline, the UK’s premier destination for sailing – perfect for a day trip from your base in Winchester.

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The Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line is famed for its events programme – perfect for marking a special occasion. Whether it’s a re-enactment of WWII Christmas Leave or War on the Line, supping in style on a Real Ale Train, a special Mothers’ Day celebration or a chance to get together with friends on a Murder Mystery Dining Train, you can make memories as you cut through the rolling Hampshire countryside.

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Where to stay Star Quality

Lainston House Hotel

For more information on the

All the accommodation featured in this guide has been quality assessed by either VisitEngland, the AA or the Visit Winchester and the Heart of Hampshire Approved Accommodation scheme (see page 54). All the national bodies (VisitEngland, VisitScotland, VisitWales and the AA) assess hotels and guest accommodation to the same criteria and award one to five stars. The star ratings reflect the overall quality of the experience. By choosing to stay in quality-assessed accommodation, you can be confident that it has been checked out before you check in.*

VisitEngland and AA assessment schemes, go to www.enjoyengland.com/ where-to-stay and www.theaa.com/ travel/accommodation_restaurants_ grading.html

*Please be aware that the assessment process is continuous so ratings may change during the year.

Qualified assessors visit each property

best guest accommodation within the three,

and the range and quality of the kitchen

regularly, carrying out a routine day visit or

four and five star rating levels.

equipment, as well as the quality and comfort of the bedrooms and bathrooms

an overnight stay. On these occasions, they book in as a regular guest like you, and test

For serviced accommodation, there are two

all the facilities and services anonymously.

separate schemes – one for hotels and one

A quality score is awarded for every aspect of the experience including

and most importantly, the cleanliness.

• Campus accommodation covers the

for guest accommodation:

universities and colleges that are able to

• Hotels have to be licensed, offer dinner at

accommodate visitors during the vacation

the comfort of the bed, the quality of

least five nights a week (unless categorised

periods on a bed and breakfast basis.

the breakfast and dinner and, most

as a Metro Hotel) and have all rooms en suite

Generally the rooms are en suite and there

importantly, the cleanliness. They also

or with private bathrooms.

will be plenty of single rooms, so large

score the warmth of welcome.

Places that ‘go the extra mile’ to make

• Guest accommodation tends to be personally run by the owners. Certain

groups will not present a problem.

• Holiday, touring and camping parks

your stay a special one will be awarded

additional facilities and services are provided

VisitEngland awards star ratings reflecting

a high star rating and hotels and guest

at the higher star levels.

the overall quality of the park from one to five stars. The AA also classifies parks on a

accommodation may achieve a gold or silver award from VisitEngland. Similarly,

Other types of assessed accommodation that

five-point scale according to their style and

the AA awards red stars to hotels offering

feature in this guide are as follows:

range of facilities but awards a pennant

exceptional standards of quality and

• Self-catering accommodation is assessed on

rating rather than stars.

customer care and yellow stars to the very

the layout and design of the accommodation

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of the first night only. Alternatively, go to

The ‘Where to stay’ section is subdivided

the accommodation pages of our website

into accommodation types: hotels (pages

www.visitwinchester.co.uk to check ‘real-

58 – 59), guest accommodation (pages

time’ availability. You can also book your

61 – 65), self-catering (pages 66 – 68),

accommodation on our website. Please

camping and caravan parks (page 69),

mention the Winchester visitor guide when

and campus accommodation (page 69).

booking direct.

All properties are listed in rating order.

If you visit the tourist information centre

breakfast, are shown. Prices for double rooms are based on two people sharing the room. Single supplements for one person occupying a twin or double will often apply. Where single rooms are available they will generally be cheaper than single occupancy of a twin or double room. Some establishments also offer family rooms (for two adults and two children unless otherwise stated). Short break prices are per person per night and include bed, breakfast and evening meal.

Due to the large number of B&Bs in the

in person, we can arrange accommodation

Winchester district, guest accommodation

in the city and surrounding area. The service

has been divided into two sub-sections:

costs £4 and a deposit is also taken –

city (pages 61 – 63) and countryside (pages

deducted from your final bill – of 10% of

64 – 65). You can find more countryside

the cost of the first night only. However,

accommodation in the South Downs

to secure accommodation that best suits

Cancellation

National Park Hampshire Area visitor guide

your requirements, we suggest you book in

If you book but subsequently fail to take

located in the centre of this guide.

advance, particularly to avoid disappointment

up accommodation, or if you cancel your

during busy periods. Sometimes offers and

booking, the proprietor may be entitled to a

To make a booking

other promotions are available - see the

cancellation fee. For this reason, we strongly

You can contact establishments direct

‘Special offers’ page on our website.

recommend that you organise your

choice, the tourist information centre’s

Prices

reservation service can assist you. You

Prices quoted are an indication only and are subject to change. You are advised to check prices and facilities when making your booking and also to ask if there are any special offers available. Single and double room rates, including VAT and

can either telephone 01962 840 500 or email tourism@winchester.gov.uk. The service costs £5, payable by credit card, and a deposit is also taken – deducted from your final bill – of 10% of the cost

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own travel insurance cover.

or, if you need more help to make your

Book your accommodation online at www.visitwinchester.co.uk

Visit Winchester and the Heart of Hampshire Approved Accommodation scheme: We have introduced a new ‘entry level’ assessment which ensures a basic level of hygiene, safety, welcome, comfort and cleanliness. Created by VisitEngland and licensed for inspection by Quality in Tourism, the new local scheme offers small businesses an alternative assessment process to the star rating system.

Establishments who already have a star rating automatically qualify to carry the logo of this scheme (see above, right, and the key to symbols on pages 57 and 60). Find out more at www.visitwinchester.co.uk/site/where-to-stay

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“We have loved visiting some of the sights; Winchester Cathedral, the Great Hall, Westgate Museum, The Hospital of St Cross, Jane Austen’s House in Chawton and spent a day in Portsmouth at the Historic Dockyard. We wouldn’t hesitate to return again and base ourselves in Winchester... You have the best tourist information centre that we have ever encountered and the best Visitor Guide.”

Accessible accommodation

and has been offered in good faith.

The tourist information centre maintains

Winchester City Council accepts no

a detailed description of accommodation

responsibility for inaccuracies or subsequent

facilities and access for visitors with

changes to facilities.

disabilities. Please contact us for advice. You

For VisitEngland ratings Quality in Tourism Security House, Alexandra Way Ashchurch, Tewkesbury Gloucestershire GL20 8NB 0845 300 6996 qualityintourism@uk.g4s.com

can also use our online search facility to

We hope you enjoy your stay

check access information. Some properties

However, in the unlikely event that you find

in this guide feature symbols denoting

cause for complaint, we strongly advise you to

ground-floor bedrooms and/or lifts. Please

take it up with the accommodation provider

For AA ratings

check before making a booking that the

at the time of your stay while they have the

establishment of your choice can cater for

opportunity to put things right. You can also

your requirements.

write to the relevant assessment agency.

AA Hotel Services, Floor 14, Fanum House Basingstoke RG21 4EA 01256 844455 hotelservicescustomersupport@theAA.com

Access information has been supplied by the accommodation providers themselves

Lainston House Hotel

See www.youtube.com/visitwinchester for an overview of our diverse range of hotels and conference venues.

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Pick up a copy of the self-guided Keats Walk from the tourist information centre, or download it from www.visitwinchester.co.uk to trace the poet’s steps through the water meadows.

Top ten tips for a greener stay Help us to preserve the special character of the Winchester district by following these few simple steps: 1. Carbon Smart

4. Buy local food

7. Use pedal power

When choosing accommodation or

Hampshire Fare offers an excellent free

At the gateway to the South Downs National

attractions look for members of our Carbon

guide to producers of local food, drink

Park, the gently rolling countryside is ideal

Smart Winchester Scheme, indicated in this

and craft. Call 01962 845 435 or visit

for cyclists of all abilities. Or hire a bike from

guide by the symbol above.

www.hampshirefare.co.uk

Bikeabout to explore the city – just ask the TIC.

2. Leave your car at home

5. Buy local gifts

8. Go by bus

Winchester is a pedestrian-friendly city –

Winchester Tourist Information Centre

Buses to most places mentioned in this

perfect for exploring on foot. And with

sells local jewellery and crafts – pop in

guide operate from Winchester’s bus station,

excellent coach and rail links, London

to see how our creative industries are

conveniently situated opposite the TIC at the

Waterloo is just an hour away by train

making their mark.

bottom of the High Street. Pop into the TIC

so there’s no need to bring your car.

6. Go local

for advice on routes and timetables or go to www.traveline.info

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leave and participate in towel-saving schemes.

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criss-crossed by walking paths and trails.

which make use of fresh, seasonal Hampshire

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produce and help contribute to the

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sustainability of the countryside by supporting

centre of this guide for ideas or ask the

local farmers and small businesses.

TIC for information on local walks.

10. Recycle, recycle, recycle If there isn’t a separate recycling bin in your room ask your host to dispose of your recyclable waste in their own recycling bin.

Going the extra mile: One organisation making impressive headway with their green agenda is Marwell Wildlife Park, winner of the 2010 Winchester Business Excellence Award for Green Innovation for the second time. Duncan East, Sustainability Manager at Marwell Wildlife Park (pictured, right) and his team have achieved a real sense of a cultural shift amongst staff and visitors. The new Café Graze Restaurant is a sustainably constructed building and also uses various environmentally friendly practices such as rainwater capture.

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Hotels Lainston House Hotel

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Sparsholt, Winchester SO21 2LT

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Hotel du Vin

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Southgate Street, Winchester SO23 9EF

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Tel: 01962 776 088 Email: enquiries@lainstonhouse.com Web: www.lainstonhouse.com

Just two miles north-west of the ancient cathedral city of Winchester, Lainston House is a beautiful 17th Century William and Mary country house nestling in 63 acres of stunning Hampshire countryside. Offering 50 luxurious and individually designed bedrooms and suites it is a tranquil haven of quintessential Englishness.

Andy MacKenzie and his talented brigade of chefs have been awarded three AA rosettes for their creative, thoughtful and tasty dining.

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Lainston House proactively supports food heros to promote and work with local suppliers and also has its own kitchen garden which is the location for the hotel’s falconry centre.

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26D from £150-£295 | 17T from £205–£365 | 3Su from £580-£745 | 4F £385–£525 | Short break price: From £300 per room DB&B

17D 4T 3S from £129 | 24ES

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The Winchester Hotel & Spa

Relaxed, charming and unpretentious are the words that could describe Hotel du Vin, housed in the fine architecture of one of Winchester’s most important Georgian buildings, dating back to 1715.

The Hotel du Vin is a perfect base for exploring England’s ancient capital.

Wine is, of course, an important element of the hotel with each bedroom being sponsored by a wine house. The 24 individually decorated bedrooms feature superb beds made up with Egyptian cotton, iPod docking stations, mini-bars and satellite television and air conditioning. The bathrooms, meanwhile, boast power showers, oversize baths, robes and fluffy towels. All our rooms are suitable for double occupancy with either queen or king size beds.

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Tel: 01962 709 988 Email: info@thewinchesterhotel.co.uk Web: www.thewinchesterhotel.co.uk

The Winchester Hotel and Spa is a beautiful property, ideally situated in the heart of the historic city of Winchester, and features a luxury Spa with a range of holistic and beauty treatments.

Our 96 bedrooms are stylishly decorated and your stay includes complete use of our stunning Health Club with a fitness suite, pool, sauna, stream room, Jacuzzi and a spacious poolside for relaxing lounging.

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The hotel also features our AA Rosette award winning Hutton’s Brasserie and also Gershwin’s Café Bar and Terrace. These all feature a range of menus for you to enjoy, for both lunch and dinner.

1S £70-£180 | 75D 15T £80-£190 (£70-£180 SO) 3Su £160-£270 | 2F £115-£225 98ES Upgrade to club room at £20 per night.

Short-break price: £170 for a double occupancy room. Subject to availability.

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Tel: 0871 942 9188 Email: info@hiwinchester.co.uk Web: www.hiwinchester.co.uk

The Holiday Inn Winchester is the perfect place to stay – modern and contemporary whilst offering all the luxuries you would expect from a four star hotel. Located just two miles from Winchester City Centre with free parking, the hotel is also close to the South Downs National Park. The hotel has 141 air conditioned bedrooms all with wifi. Located on the lower ground floor and leading out onto the terrace, are the lounge, bar and Morn Hill Brasserie. Offering a full

à carte menu and using locally sourced produce wherever possible the chef and his award winning team will ensure your experience is memorable.

98D | 28T | 1Su | 6F | 141ES For best available rates, please check out our website: www.hiwinchester.co.uk

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Hotels Mercure Wessex Hotel

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Paternoster Row, Winchester SO23 9LQ

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Tel: 01962 861 611 Email: H6619-re@accor.com Web: www.mercure.com

The four star Wessex Hotel is situated in the heart of this historic city and is adjacent to the 900 year old cathedral. Perfect for both business and leisure, many of our tastefully decorated ensuite bedrooms each with 32 inch flat screen TVs enjoy unrivalled views of this famous landmark. Traditional English fayre made with the best of British produce may be enjoyed in the Wessex Restaurant and Kings Lounge both of which overlook the cathedral and its grounds.

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Our executive bedrooms benefit from independently controlled air conditioning.

15S | 64D | 12T | 3Su | ­94ES Prices from £70, For the best available rates visit our website at www.mercure.com

Tel: 01962 732 302 Email: swanhotel@btinternet.com Web: www.swanhotelalresford.com

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Grade II listed hotel with 23 en-suite rooms.

Superb location for all historic attractions including the Watercress Line, 15 minutes from Winchester. Open daily for freshly prepared food using local produce, cask ales and fine wines. Private functions, large or small, wedding receptions, parties, anniversaries, or get togethers welcome.

Holiday Inn hat trick!

Holiday Inn Winchester has shown its dedication to sustainable tourism and customer service by scooping a veritable stash of awards in 2012: a Silver Beautiful South Award and a Gold Green Tourism Award for sustainable tourism and the Priority Club Members Award for achieving the highest level of excellence in customer loyalty.

14D 6T from £90 (from £60 SO) 2F £100 (from £60 SO) | 22ES

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Tel: 01962 840 840 Email: winchester.royal@forestdale.com Web: www.thewinchesterroyalhotel.co.uk

This unique hotel is situated in a prime location in the heart of this beautiful cathedral city. The Winchester Royal offers recently refurbished versatile accommodation in an elegant setting nestled around our secluded and secret garden.

Choose from Standard, Garden Facing Premier or Original Suites steeped in history we are sure we have the room just for you.

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44D £75–£155 | 27T £75–£155 | 3Su £125–£185 | 1F £95–£155 | 75ES

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Completely restored to a luxurious standard to create the atmosphere of a prosperous Victorian family house in this leafy part of the city.

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All 13 rooms en-suite with telephone, flat screen TV, hairdryer and beverage making facilities.

Guests have use of residents’ lounge and large garden Ample parking within the grounds Prices include full English breakfast B&B: Single from £73; Double from £97 Fully licensed bar Free WiFi Free Sky Sports Totally non-smoking

50 Christchurch Road, Winchester, SO23 9SU Tel: 01962 852 628 email: giffardhotel@aol.com Web: www.giffardhotelwinchester.co.uk

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Hotels Green Getaway

home to a variety of beautiful birds of prey

Lainston House Hotel is one of Winchester’s

cared for by resident falconer and former

flagship ‘green’ hotels. Just one of the notable

Hampshire County cricketer Billy Taylor. Billy

aspects of Lainston green commitment is the

displays his birds in the hotel grounds every

dedication to the use of ‘Local Food Heroes’ for

Sunday morning and afternoon at 11am and

the restaurant. “Our food heroes are just that”

3pm – in fact, you can enjoy a three-course

says Executive Chef Andy Mackenzie. “We visit

Sunday lunch and falconry display for just £35

each and every one of them - I’ve been sea

per person.

fishing with one and made venison sausages

Other green initiatives at the hotel include

with another, they are all very passionate about

full recycling of paper/card/glass/cartridges,

their produce - as passionate as we are about

composting, solar panels and the use of energy

working with it”.

efficient bulbs in the bedrooms and public

But that’s not all – as well as hand rearing

spaces. All guests can also opt for a ‘Green

their own pigs and gathering honey from

Turndown’ allowing them to choose how they

the hives placed around the hotel grounds,

can help the environment and still enjoy a five-

Lainston House has also developed its own

star stay.

kitchen garden which provides many herbs,

If you would like to find out more, visit

fruit and produce for the 3 AA Rosette Avenue

lainstonhouse.com or to book a green break,

restaurant. The vibrant kitchen garden is also

call the hotel on 01962 776088.

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We focus on green initiatives and think about our carbon footprint whenever we are planning changes or improvements to the hotel and always ensure that the five-star quality is not compromised in any way in the process.’

Phil Yeomans, Head Chef of Avenue Restaurant, Lainston House

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No. 5 Bridge Street Winchester SO23 0HN

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Mrs Heidi Hope

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Orchard House, 3 Christchurch Gardens, SO23 9TH

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Tel: 01962 863 838 Email: manager@no5bridgestreet.co.uk Web: www.no5bridgestreet.co.uk

Ideally located by Chesil Street Car Park.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.

Total refurbishment in December 2011.

Creating a spacious restaurant, chef’s openplan kitchen-dining-room, private dining/ meeting room for 16 and six boutique en suite guest rooms upstairs.

City-centre bar, kitchen and rooms offer a vibrant and stylish setting. Whether you are

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looking for a venue suitable for a business stay or a special getaway, No.5 has six boutique en suite guest rooms to choose from, providing all the comforts of home, including, soft Egyptian linen, stunning bathrooms with oversized showers, free Wi-fi and 19” Freeview flat screen TV’s.

6D £90-£140 (£75 SO)

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Elegant, comfortable and clean accommodation with free parking permit supplied, close to city centre, cathedral, law courts, Winchester College, Winchester University, hospital and station. All three rooms have TV, Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer. Breakfast served in the dining room with local free range eggs and homemade preserves. Special diets catered for.

1S £60-£70 | 1D from £85 (from £70 SO) 1T from £85 (from £70 SO) | 2ES | 1PB

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Tel: 01962 861 544 / 07763 759 494 11 Email: h.hope@hotmail.co.uk Web: www.winchesterbedbreakfast.co.uk

Quiet, comfortable and spacious luxury accommodation with private parking in cul-de-sac location at the heart of St Cross.

Within walking distance of city centre, cathedral, station, Winchester College and the University of Winchester. Business people, walkers and cyclists welcome. Easy access to M3 and M27.

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The Old Vine Traditional British inn with beautifully presented guest rooms and a cosy oak-beamed bar and restaurant.

AA four star rating “Gold Star Award” for 2013; Hampshire Hospitality Award holders since 2006.

With views of the cathedral and a short stroll from the High Street. For information or to book please telephone or visit www.oldvinewinchester.com City Map E8

8 Great Minster Street Winchester SO23 9HA Tel: 01962 854 616 www.oldvinewinchester.com

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City guest accommodation 5 Clifton Terrace

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24 Clifton Road, SO22 5BU

Windy Ridge

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Mrs Angela Westall, 99 Andover Rd, SO22 6AX

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Mrs Linda Chalk

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152 Teg Down Meads, SO22 5NS

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Tel: 01962 890 053 / 07919 458 228 Email: cliftonterrace@hotmail.co.uk

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Selected by The Sunday Times Travel Magazine as one of the 100 finest places to stay in England, Clifton Terrace has been described as the most distinguished terrace in Winchester offering elegant and privately arranged Georgian accommodation only minutes’ walk from the cathedral, city centre and railway station. Look forward to a great breakfast overlooking the city, wireless internet and city parking together with a very warm welcome to Winchester.

2D/T £69-£79 (£59 SO) 1F £110 (£59 SO) | 2PB

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Detached, well-equipped house.

A pleasant walk of two miles from city centre. Ample parking. Welcoming host.

Wi-Fi access.

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St John’s Street, SO23 0HF

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Comfortable, spacious detached house two miles from city centre and very close to open countryside. Ten minutes drive to city centre with regular bus service to city and railway station. Tourists, business people, walkers and cyclists all very welcome. Ground floor twin room has own side entrance. Off-road parking.

Closed: Dec 24/25/26

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Tel: 01962 862 628 / 07788 858 965 Email: l.chalk4@ntlworld.com

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Our pretty Victorian house overlooks Orams Arbour. Our home is quiet and clean. We serve your choice of breakfast with local produce and home-made preserves. Easy walking to city centre, station, university, law courts and hospital. Private bathroom and sitting room with television. Off road parking.

A warm welcome.

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53A Parchment Street, SO23 8BA

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A centrally located town house within short walking distance of the high street, railway station and main restaurants.

Particularly convenient for the cathedral, museums, record office, law courts and School of Art. The attractive en-suite bedroom overlooks a quiet, secluded garden. Choice of breakfasts. Non-smoking accommodation. Private Parking.

Tel: 01962 854 272 / 07879 850 076 Email: pjspatton@yahoo.co.uk

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Elegant Victorian house furnished with style.

Easy, pleasant walk to city centre, cathedral, museums and water meadows. Breakfast in conservatory, overlooking beautiful garden, features homemade bread, preserves and local produce. Member of National Garden Scheme and featured in ‘The English Garden’ magazine – September 2010.

Closed Christmas and New Year

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Tel: 01962 859 976 / 07734 888 934 Email: dottyfraser@gmail.com

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Grade II listed Queen Anne town house with large bedrooms and many original features.

Free on-site parking is available in this central location just a short walk from the city centre and cathedral. Guests can enjoy fine Agacooked breakfasts in the laid-back informal atmosphere of this family ‘home from home’.

1T £75 (£55 SO) | 1ES

1D 1T £60-70 (£50-£60 SO)

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Stay in one of Winchester’s most central B&Bs. Light, comfortable room with modern shower room in beautifully renovated Victorian house; three minutes’ walk from the High Street and cathedral..

1D £75 (£65 SO) | 1ES

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City guest accommodation The Westgate

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Tel: 01962 820 222 / 07977 514 071 Email: wghguy@yahoo.co.uk Web: www.westgateinn.co.uk

The Wykeham Arms

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Tel: 01962 890 337 / 07503 738 759 Email: sheila.webb150@btinternet.com

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Tel: 01962 869 634 Web: www.magdalen-house.co.uk

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City Centre location with on-site parking.

Views from first floor bedrooms towards cathedral and Guildhall. Wi-fi, Freeview TV. Breakfast in top floor kitchen furnished with limed oak units and vaulted ceiling. With further views over the city. No smoking. No credit cards but use internet banking.

An old inn facing the ancient Westgate to the city. Newly furnished and decorated bedrooms above a traditional pub serving local produce. Rooms are named after people who visited or stayed in the city – Anthony Trollope, Sir Walter Raleigh to name but two.

Friendly staff and lively banter from regulars in the bar. Great steaks and local produce for lunch or dinner.

A terraced property with a pleasant interior in a quiet area of Winchester. The property is within walking distance of the city centre, railway station and Royal Hampshire County Hospital. Parking bays are available close to the property. Please note we can only accept cash.

1D £75 (£65 SO) | 1ES

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If you’re looking for quality and comfort in a warm inviting setting then look no further than the Wykeham Arms. Situated between Winchester Cathedral and the famous 14th century college the inn retains its 18th century charm with modern facilities, luxurious and stylish furnishings and a level of service that is second to none.

Dining at the award-winning Wykeham Arms you will be treated to a range of

top quality dishes using locally sourced Hampshire ingredients.

Our extensive wine list offers hand-picked wines from around the world and of course we have a range of fine local ales available too. Our delightful Wykeham function room can seat up to 25 people and is perfect for buffet or sit down meals and small business meetings. If your visit extends beyond a fantastic meal and you’d like somewhere to rest your head, any of our 14 bedrooms will provide you with a real home from home experience. With fine linen, luxurious beds and Victorian roll top baths, a stay at The

24 Wykeham Arms becomes a memorable experience. Some of our 14 bedrooms even feature four-poster beds, while the beautiful Bakehouse suite with its mezzanine level bedroom has a separate living room and access to a wonderful secret garden.

2S £82 – £97 (£82 SO) | 7D £139 – £160 (£99 SO) | 2T £139 – £160 (£126 SO) 3Su £149 – £180 (£134 SO) | 14ES

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Luxury en-suite five star bed and breakfast accommodation set in a beautiful waterfront location on the River Test. We provide guests with peace and tranquility in a unique location just a few steps from the centre of Overton with its interesting shops, pubs and restaurants. Beautifully appointed bedrooms, all en-suite.

3D £60-£90 (£50-£80 SO) | 3ES

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27 Main Road, Colden Common, Winchester SO21 1RP

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88 Main Road, LITTLETON, Winchester SO22 6QS

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Tel: 01962 880 218 Email: runninghorseinn@btconnect.com Web: www.runninghorseinn.co.uk

16th century listed Grade II* house in five acres of peaceful gardens and fields.

Large elegant rooms with extra large beds.

One mile from the pretty market town of Romsey. Equidistant from Southampton and the cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury. Adjacent to the New Forest.

Weston farm is set in peaceful rolling countryside, only minutes away from Winchester. It is close to the mainline station, and roads including the A303, M3, A34 ad A272. An acre of lovely garden to enjoy. Lovely large bedrooms. Village pub one mile away.

1S £35-£45 | 1D 1T £60-£75 (£40 SO) 1F £70-£85 (£40 SO) | 4ES

The Running Horse is full of local atmosphere, fab food and charming accommodation.

Offering contemporary style double or twin bedded rooms around a courtyard, all with en-suite bath/shower rooms. All rooms have flat screen TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee. Ideal for business travellers or those looking for casual breaks.

1S £50-£60 | 2D 1T £80-£90 (£60-£70 SO) | 4ES

4D 4T £70–£90 (£67.50 SO) | 1F £130 | 9ES

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Touring Map D2

Tel: 01962 776 204 Email: stay@littlemead.com

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Little Mead offers rural tranquillity in a glorious setting. The nearby Plough Inn offers exceptionally good food. There is also a shop and post office close by. Little Mead is just 3.5 miles from the centre of Winchester.

1T 2D £65–£85 (£50 SO) | 2ES | 1PB

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2D £80–£90 (£60 SO) | 2ES

The Running Horse

Tel: 01962 774 791 27 Email: westonfarmbandb@googlemail.com Web: www.westonfarmaccommodation.co.uk

Tel: 01962 714 710 / 07554 882 131 29 Email: thedellguesthouse@googlemail.com Web: www.thedellbedandbreakfast.com

The Dell is a beautifully restored 15th century Grade II listed cottage set in a delightful two acre woodland garden. We offer two bedrooms – both ensuite – The Cottage Room and The Garden Room as well as a cosy lounge/dining room with wood burning stove. Private access.

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Countryside guest accommodation Orchard House

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Manor Road, TWYFORD, Winchester SO21 1RJ

Haygarth

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Highfield Cottage

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Val Ramshaw, 82 Jacklyns Lane, ALRESFORD, SO24 9LJ

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Touring Map E3

Tel: 01962 712 921 / 07941 981 421 33 Email: highfieldcottage@gmail.com Web: www.winchesterholidayhomes.co.uk

Touring Map E3 Tel: 01962 712 087 / 07786 654 166 Email: sandmflemons@gmail.com Web: www.orchardhousetwyford.co.uk

Our accommodation comprises three recently refurbished, light, airy rooms. We have two double rooms and one twin. All rooms have en-suite facilities, breakfast table and chairs, TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Free breakfast, onsite parking and Wi-Fi. 1T £70 (£50 SO) | 2D £70 (£50 SO) | 3ES

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A pleasant welcome awaits visitors to Haygarth. Located close to town centre and beautiful countryside. Convenient for Winchester, New Forest, Watercress Line and the Wayfarers’ Walk. Relax and unwind in the heart of Hampshire. Guest annexe has separate entrance, lounge, kitchen, en-suite bedrooms.

Quietly situated, five minutes’ drive from Winchester. Self-contained accommodation in barn-style annexe with own sitting room/kitchen. The barn makes a comfortable base for tourists or business people. Evening meals at local pubs.

Good bus and train links to Winchester. and London. Convenient stop-over for Southampton Airport and ferries. Self catering also available – see website.

3D £65 (£35 SO) | 2ES 1PB

1D 1T from £60-£75 (SO from £45) | 2ES

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Winter breaks in Winchester • Festive events • Winchester Cathedral ice rink and Christmas market • Cathedral services • Seasonal shopping • Festive food

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Saturday 5th – Sunday 6th October 2013 10am – 5pm A free family event celebrating the county’s food and farming. Includes the Hampshire Farmers’ Market, mobile farm, children’s activities, displays, craft demonstrations and a programme of musical entertainment – all taking place in the Cathedral Close. www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk

01962 857200

Take advantage of exciting offers and discounts at many of the hotels and B&Bs featured on our special Christmas website: www.christmasinwinchester.co.uk

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Self-catering South Winchester Lodges

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The Green, South Winchester Golf Course, Winchester SO22 5SW Tel: 01962 820 490 34 Email: info@southwinchesterlodges.co.uk Web: www.southwinchesterlodges.co.uk

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Lavender Cottage

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CHILWORTH OLD VILLAGE, Southampton SO16 7JP

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Accommodation: log cabin Capacity: 6 and 4

Award-winning, five star, Norwegian log cabins beautifully set in the centre of South Winchester Golf Club. The two and three bedroom, two bathroom lodges are located in a peaceful situation, only two miles from the city of Winchester.

Tel: 01962 779 955 Email: robert@avingtonholidays.co.uk Web: www.avingtonholidays.co.uk

Each lodge has a well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine. A large open-plan living area opens out onto a spacious decked balcony. The lodges are luxuriously furnished with flat-screen TVs in the living area and master bedroom, DVD player and CD sound system. Some lodges offer the added luxury of a hot tub on the balcony.

Recently-built architect-designed ‘ecobuild’ in peaceful location. East Cottage sleeps 7/8 and West Cottage 2/3. Single storey accommodation. Each bedroom has own bathroom. Open-plan living/kitchen area.

Woodburning heating and log burners.

Guest membership to nearby nine hole parkland golf course. Adjacent to famous Avington Trout Lakes.

Contact: L Ross, address as above

Contact: Robert Stent, as above

Weekly rate: £499–£999

Weekly rate: £404–£1,248

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Tel: 01788 543 932 / 07976 977 701 Email: subarnes@hotmail.co.uk

Accommodation: cottages Capacity: 2/3 and 7/8

1 Abbotts Court Mews HHHH WINCHESTER, SO23 7BE

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Burwood Cottage

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Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 4 + cot

Delightful 17th century thatched cottage quietly situated in conservation village.

South-facing garden. Ample parking.

Accommodation for four adults in three bedrooms. Walking distance of local pub and golf course. Winchester ten minutes. Easy access to south coast, Southampton and New Forest. Supervised by owner.

Closed: January & February Contact: Sue Barnes, Holbrook House, Long Lawford, Rugby CV23 9BD

Weekly rate: £350–£550

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Common Hill, MEDSTEAD, Alton GU34 5LZ

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128 Downs Road, SOUTH WONSTON, Winchester SO21 3EH

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Cowgrove Farm, Petersfield Road, ROPLEY, Alresford SO24 0EJ

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Tel: 01420 562 682 Email: sarah.darch@btinternet.com Web: www.barfordfarmhouse.com

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Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 2 + 2

City Map E6

Tel: 01962 878 722 / 07976 104 770 Email: aventarchitects@btconnect.com Web: www.abbottscourtmews.co.uk

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Tel: 01962 881 690 39 Email: lowery2@btinternet.com Web: www.winchester-accommodation.com Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 4

Touring Map G2

Tel: 01962 773 348 Email: malcolm@cowgrove.co.uk Web: www.cowgrove.co.uk

A two-bedroom, architect-designed apartment built in 2005 which is unique in providing detached first-floor accommodation conveniently situated in a secluded location.

Minimum two nights stay from £105 per night all inclusive.

Delightful cottage in village location. Spacious lounge, satellite TV/DVD, Wi-Fi broadband.

Two twin bedrooms, bathroom with bath/ shower, fully equipped kitchen/diner, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher. Patio seating area. Two car parking. ten minute drive to the ancient city of Winchester with easy access to M3/M27/A34/M4 and beautiful south coast of England.

Contact: Sarah Darch, Barford Farm House, address as above

Contact: Richard Wetherill, Sylvatica, Park Road, Winchester SO23 7BE

Contact: Mrs Alice Lowery, address as above

Weekly rate: £350–£550

Weekly rate: £630–£695

Weekly rate: £420–£560

Weekly rate: £292–£689

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Great base for exploring Winchester and Hampshire’s South Downs, escape to the country and relax in this cosy retreat. Ideal for couples and young families. Based on a small farm with panoramic views. Fresh garden produce and eggs from our flock of bantams. Excellent local pubs. Small dogs by arrangement. Wi-Fi.

Accommodation: apartment Capacity: 5

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Set amongst farm buildings this cottage was converted from the former milking parlour and dairy. The cottage comprises a modern kitchen, shower room, large sitting/dining room, good sized double bedroom with additional bed and en suite bathroom, a single bedroom and a small room with bed suitable for a child.

Contact: Malcolm Neal, as above

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Mallard Cottage

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64 Chesil Street, WINCHESTER, SO23 0HX

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Tel: 01962 714 876 / 07787 535 805 Email: kingsmere@btinternet.com Web: www.kingsmerecottage.com

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Tel: 01962 868 214 / 07770 744 274 Email: joy_ann_waldron@hotmail.com Web: www.beechcroftfarmholiday.co.uk

Accommodation: cottage annexe Capacity: 4+cot

A two-bedroom cottage in the grounds of our house but with secluded garden and private parking. A beautiful rural location adjoining the River Itchen but only five minutes from Winchester by car or public transport.

Wonderful local walks from the cottage and good village pub.

Located on a working farm in a stunning setting with extensive views, this delightful former dairy offers one en suite double bedroom (5ft bed), one twin and one room with bunk beds. Lounge/dining/kitchen and shower room. Winchester is ten minutes away. Nearby walks in Farley Mount Country Park and on the Clarendon Way.

Contact: Mrs Caroline Daniels, Kingsmere Acres, address as above

Contact: Mrs Joy Waldron, address as above

Georgian cottage annexe with a terraced riverside garden. Fabulous views of historic heart of the city. Fully equipped . Two double bedrooms. Two shower rooms. Off street parking, Wi-Fi, telephone, non-smoking.

Online booking, credit cards accepted.

Welcome hamper. 55 mins Central London.

Jane Austen country. Great walks. Discounts for longer stays.

Weekly rate: £500–£700

Weekly rate: £425–£725

Weekly rate: £465–£595

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Swan Cottage

Arlebury Park, ALRESFORD, SO24 9EA

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Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 4

A beautifully refurbished two-bedroom 19th century gatekeeper’s lodge. Set within the walls of Arlebury Park Estate, bordering Alresford, one of England’s most elegant Georgian towns. Only a short walk along a magnificent avenue into town. Perfect for strolling along the clear waters of the River Arle, or visiting nearby Winchester.

Contact: Mrs L Hide, 8 Arle Gardens, Alresford, SO24 9BA

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City Map F8

Tel: 01962 856 130 / 07949 082 275 45 Email: swancottagewinchester@gmail.com Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 4

15th century, Grade II Listed building just five mins walk from city centre. Swan Cottage is unique; full of charm and character, fully equipped and tastefully furnished. Bedrooms: one twin, one double. Stunning views of the Cathedral, Wolvesey Palace and Winchester College to rear of property. The River Itchen runs along the bottom of the terraced garden.

Contact: Angela Clark, as above

Weekly rate: £575–£750

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44 Chesil Street WINCHESTER SO23 0HX

Weekly rate: £325–£475

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Tel: 01962 735 010 Web: www.thegatekeeperslodge.co.uk

Pick up a copy of the selfguided Sunset Walk from the tourist information centre or download it from www.visitwinchester.co.uk.

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Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 6

Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 4+cot

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Tel: 01962 863 002 / 07754 616 117 Email: bookings@mallardcottage.co.uk Web: www.mallardcottage.co.uk

Touring Map F2

Tel: 01962 734 840 Email: cheriton.123@btinternet.com Web: www.cheritonwoodstudio.com

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Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 2

Cheriton Wood Studio is beautifully situated in the heart of the Hampshire countryside on the site of the Battle of Cheriton, very close to Alresford and Winchester. Sleeping two and comfortably furnished throughout, facilities include a large bedroom and bathroom, 22’ Kitchen/dining/living area and private walled garden.

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Self-catering Brightside Cottage Annexe

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Flint Cottage

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Ashling Close, DENMEAD, Waterlooville PO7 6NQ

19 Church Lane, WEST TYTHERLEY, Salisbury SP5 1JY

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Touring Map B2

Tel: 01794 341 391 47 Email: wilks.barbara@gmail.com Web: www.brightsideholidaycottage.co.uk Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 2

Touring Map G4

Tel: 023 9226 6345 Email: flint.cottage@btconnect.com Web: www.flintcottage.org

Delightful period annexe in peaceful rural location on the Hampshire/Wiltshire border.

Large, pretty private garden. Village pub, shop and post office within easy walking distance. Excellent local walks and ideal touring base for Winchester, Salisbury, Romsey and New Forest. Short stay bookings accepted (minimum three nights).

Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 2

Closed: 21 Dec 2013 to 4 Jan 2014 Contact: Mrs B E Wilks, as above Weekly rate: £235–£295

Contact: Sheila Knight, High Trees, Ashling Close, Denmead, Waterlooville PO7 6NQ

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The Annexe at the Down House

Come to this delightful cottage situated in a peaceful close a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Denmead and close to the South Downs National Park. It is an ideal base for visiting the historic cities of Winchester, Chichester, Portsmouth and Salisbury, the lovely Meon Valley and nearby coastal resorts.

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Mews Lane, WINCHESTER, SO22 4PS

90 Harestock Road, WINCHESTER, SO22 6NX

The Annexe

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18 Swanmore Close, Harestock, Winchester SO22 6LX

Touring Map E3

Tel: 01962 777 297 Email: dianadellcroft@hotmail.co.uk

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Accommodation: chalet Capacity: 4

Delightful purpose built chalet set within the rural grounds of the beautiful South Downs National Park. Only five miles from historical Winchester, ideal for couples and families looking for a peaceful holiday to explore local countryside or visit local attractions.

Horseriding, cycling, walking and birdwatching available locally. Friendly pubs and good restaurants nearby. Car parking available.

Closed: 11 January – 11 February Contact: Diana Carter, address as above

City Map C5

Tel: 01962 883 341 / 07780 561 817 Email: acannexe@hotmail.co.uk Accommodation: flat Capacity: 3

Modern, spacious ground-floor flat in quiet area. Self-contained, attached to owner’s bungalow. Twin beds, optional folding bed in lounge. Shower, bath, separate WC. Fully-equipped kitchen, decked garden. Two miles from Winchester, within walking distance of shops. Bus stop opposite, buses every ten mins into city. Free Wi-Fi available.

Closed: Christmas Contact: Carole Wilkins, address as above

Weekly rate: £250–£400

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Wallops Wood Cottages

19 Bull Farm, Lovedon Lane, KINGS WORTHY, SO21 1AQ

The Old Hambledon Racecourse Centre, Wallops Wood, DROXFORD, SO32 3QY

City Map E8 City Map B5

Tel: 01962 623 455 51 Web: www.thedownhousewinchester.co.uk Accommodation: apartment Capacity: 2

Well-appointed and comfortable self catering apartment with country views on Northern edge of Winchester. Spacious bedroom with twin zip and link beds. Bathroom with large shower and bath. Wi-Fi. Parking. Shops and bus nearby. Quick access to A34/M3. Visitors and those on business welcome by the week or for shorter stays.

Contact: Diana Briggs, as above Weekly rate: £385–£525

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Delightful modern cottage with patio and two car carport in peaceful, yet very central Winchester location. Two double bedrooms, fully-equipped kitchen, open-plan living area, linen and towels. Short walk to city centre amenities and rail station. An ideal base for city, countryside and coast.

Non-smoking establishment.

Contact: Linda Westaway, 34 New Road, Digswell, Welwyn, Herts AL6 0AH Weekly rate: £550–£700

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Tel: 07762 928 771 / 01962 886999 Email: bookings@bullfarmstudios.co.uk Web: www.bullfarmstudios.co.uk Accommodation: studio Capacity: 1 – 4

Farm location three miles from Winchester.

Linked to artists studio, these two contemporary barn-style rooms each accommodate one – two guests. En-suite shower room, mini kitchen, TV, DVD, iPod dock, radio, Wi Fi, parking, easy access, shared laundry and cycle storage. Close to pubs, shops, bus service and major routes.

Monday – Thursday: From £220 Friday – Sunday: From £120

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Tel: 01489 877 988 54 Email: welcome@wallopswoodcottages.co.uk Web: www.wallopswoodcottages.co.uk Accommodation: cottage Capacity: 6 – 8

Opening in the Spring, five contemporary luxury holiday cottages in the heart of South Downs National Park with stunning southerly views. All bedrooms en-suite with an open-plan living/kitchen area, wood burning stove and secluded patio. Easy access to Portsmouth, Winchester and Southampton, beautiful walks, cycling and numerous attractions close by.

Weekly rate: £700–£1500

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Camping & caravan parks

Campus accommodation Wessex Conference Centre HHH

Two Hoots Campsite

Sparsholt College, SPARSHOLT, Winchester, SO22 4NR

Sutton Wood Lane, Bighton, ALRESFORD, SO24 9SG

Two Hoots “Glamping” Pods Stay in your very own cosy pod with king-size bed & bedding supplied.

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wonderful views, walks, ideal base, lots to do. Near Watercress Steam Railway, Georgian town of Alresford, Winchester, Petersfield.

Easy reach of New Forest and Southdowns National Parks. Great base for exploring Hampshire. Open all year.

Pods are spacious, secure, have heating, light, carpet, socket & are fully insulated for a “Glamping” Gift Vouchers now available. warm & cosy stay.

Eco friendly camping pods: Star gaze or watch the sun setting from your £55–£65 per night porch.

Two Hoots is a Quiet, adult only campsite in the beautiful Hampshire countryside,

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Touring Map D2

Touring Map G2

Tel: 01962 772 242 / 07599 837 880 Email: info@twohootscampsite.co.uk Web: www.twohootscampsite.co.uk

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Tel: 01962 797 259 Email: info@thewessexcentre.co.uk Web: www.thewessexcentre.co.uk

For parties of ten or more. Countryside location tenmins from Winchester. Ideal for ramblers, cyclists, training and residential conferences. En-suite showers, fresh linen, free parking, onsite dining and licensed bar DDA compliant. Well suited for Test Way, Itchen Way, Wayfarers Walk, St Swithun’s Way and Three Downs link.

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Tel: 01962 827 322 57 Email: conferences@winchester.ac.uk Web: www.winchester.ac.uk/conferences

The University of Winchester offers a variety of comfortable accommodation ideal for groups, sports clubs and conference delegates. All meals can be catered for by arrangement. Self-catering also available.

Closed: Jan–Mar, Oct–Dec

291ES from £34 | 15T from £62

910S £30–£50 | 3D £48 | 276ES Self-catering from £140 per week

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Thank you...

Permission for use of the photographs and images in this guide was kindly given by the following (l = left, r = right, t = top, b = bottom, c = centre): Winchester Cathedral inside front cover tl; Kin Ho inside front cover tr, 40bl; Paul Carter 4c, 9tr, 39tr; Jing Wei 8cr; Nouvel Amour Photography 9br, 16tl; Winchester College 11cl, 13tr; Fort Nelson 13br, 17tr; Dennis Huteson 17br, 39cr; Exclusive Hotels 26br, 53tr, 54bl, 55tr; Dennis Bright 28cr; Marwell Wildlife 19cr, 56br; Hampshire Fare 26cr, 27tr; Jon Banfield 26tl, 27cr; Roy Gentry 45cl, 48tl; www.sharebritain.com 46br; Portsmouth Historic Dockyard 50tl; New Forest District Council 50cl; Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust 64br; Tim Beere 3cr; Binky Nixon 52b The remaining photos come from Winchester City Council’s own library and were taken by Bob Eaton, Alex Ratcliffe, Jon Banfield, Joe Low and Paul Carter.

Published by the Visit Winchester and the Heart of Hampshire Destination Management Partnership, Winchester City Council, Colebrook Street, Winchester SO23 9LJ. Tel: 01962 840 500 Fax: 01962 848 427 E-mail: tourism@winchester.gov.uk Web: www.visitwinchester.co.uk © Copyright Winchester City Council, January 2013.

With many thanks to Professor Martin Biddle, Rory Bremner, Philippa Forrester, Amanda Holden, Jon Snow, Dame Judi Dench, Peter Sissons, Martin Bell and Rick Stein for supplying quotes for this publication.

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information, details are liable to change and responsibility cannot be accepted for errors, omissions or subsequent alterations. The contents of this guide are copyrighted and no part may be reproduced without the prior, written permission of the owner.

Adverts and editorial designed by Park Corner Design, Tel: 01962 866222, www.parkcorner.com Printed by Advent Colour, Andover on FSC Mixed Source paper

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A Winchester Life Theatre Royal Winchester is one of the most beautiful theatres in the south of England, an architectural and cultural gem at the heart of the city, hosting up to 200 shows and welcoming 70,000 visitors through its doors every year.

Having undergone several refurbishments throughout its hundred year history, today it combines an intimate Edwardian style auditorium, with contemporary spaces.

With a finely balanced professional programme of comedy, drama, dance, music, children’s theatre and pantomime, the theatre attracts theatre-goers from Hampshire and the wider world.

Every Christmas the theatre presents its own traditional family pantomime.

Seasoned pantomime dame Julian Eardley reflects on what it means to him to spend the festive season in England’s Christmas capital.

Hard work, high heels and fun – a dame’s day in Winchester Winchester has become a second home to me

because the audience, at every performance,

over the last five years, playing pantomime

is the final, unknown and unpredictable

dames at the Theatre Royal. Although the city

cast member.

is vibrant throughout the year, there is a special magic in the air at Christmas, not least because I get to put on my make-up and high heels and have the best fun that any actor could ever hope to have. First stop is the Back Garden Café for some ‘dame strength’ coffee and then

“Every performance is like an opening night because each show is so different.”

For the theatre, the pantomime is an

it’s into my extravagant costumes and on with

important part of its yearly cycle and everyone

the show.

from the theatre cat right up to the Director

Every performance of a pantomime is like an

works so hard to make the production a

opening night because each show can be so

success. Long days, early starts and three-

different from the last. The cast have to leave

show-Saturdays all make the schedule very

room for the audience to get involved and

demanding – and not just for the actors.

respond (“Oh, yes we do!”). And that is the

At the Theatre Royal this is handled with

joy (and terror) of performing in pantomime

great warmth and a smile, and that creates a welcoming environment for audiences and performers alike. Perfect in fact, if the pantomime is your very first theatrical experience, as it is for a lot of the younger children we perform to.

Now I could tell you that playing a pantomime dame is a very good opportunity for a performer to get in touch with his feminine side, but I would be lying! If anything all the dames I have played are more butch

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A Winchester Life and outspoken than I would ever dare to be

back into it. The audience loved the fact that

in real life. They all have had total certainty

things had gone slightly wrong and we had not

in their desirability. Nobody, not even 400

hidden it from them.

children, could convince them they are not ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! They are the most fantastic, deluded,

My favourite moment in any pantomime is the 30 seconds just before my first entrance.

There is nothing like that glorious feeling of

voracious, warm hearted and determined

being prepared and ready for action. You can

women that any male actor will ever get

hear the audience through the scenery and you

to portray.

have the whole show before you. Anything

“My favourite moment is the 30 seconds before my entrance.”

At the Theatre Royal you are treated to the

could happen (and it probably will) but you know you will deal with it. And then, BANG, you’re on, such fun!

Pantomimes leave both audience and cast on a

full traditional, family pantomime with all the

bit of a high, so post-

trimmings. Writer and director James Barry

show we actors

has written over 35 pantomime scripts and

usually need a

has a very strong sense of what a Winchester

bit of social

audience will like. A great story is essential but

time. So it’s

also a panto needs a bit of foolish fun and a

fortunate that

healthy dose of sauce.

we are on Jewry Street where we are well catered for bar and dinner-wise. If there is not an early start the next day actors are experts in letting their hair down and having a grand old time. If I do go straight home to my lovely digs in Hyde then I usually have to potter about a bit before I can sleep but I try not to think too much about the show. What’s done is done and, of course, there will be another opening

Costume-wise a pantomime dame has to

night tomorrow.

be very organised because you have so many changes during the show. Last year during Prince Charming’s ball, the skirt of my party dress decided to sail off in the middle of the Ugly Sisters’ big number. Luckily my mother, the Baroness, came to my rescue and she joined in the song for a bit while she yoked me

Theatre Royal Winchester Jewry Street, Winchester SO23 8SB www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Box Office: 01962 840440 Administration: 01962 844600

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St Nicholas Church, Steventon – where Jane’s father was rector.

Jane Austen’s House Museum – the focal point of activity throughout the year.

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Chawton House Library – once Jane’s brother Edward Austen’s property.

A SPECIAL YEAR

Jane Austen received her first printed copy of Pride

and around the Winchester district

and Prejudice on 29 January 1813. She originally

and the Hampshire Area of the South

drafted the novel in Steventon and then revised it in

Downs National Park are marking the

her beloved home in Chawton, East Hampshire – now

200th anniversary of the publication

Jane Austen’s House Museum. Every year visitors flock

of Pride and Prejudice in 2013.

to the museum to see the original table at which the novels were painstakingly written by quill, and continue on to her final resting place, Winchester Cathedral.

This year is set to be a memorable one for fans of Austen, tourism attractions with links to Jane Austen in

Winchester Cathedral – Jane’s last resting place, a stone’s throw from her final home in College Street.

Highlights include: • special exhibitions of the original Thomson illustrations (see below left ) and the original costumes from the 1995 BBC adaptation of the title at Jane Austen’s House Museum • a series of talks and events at Jane’s brother’s property at Chawton House Library • a Regency Week in the town of Alton

Costumes from the 1995 BBC adaption of Pride and Prejudice starring Winchester local Colin Firth will be on display at Jane Austen’s House Museum between October and December 2013.

between 23 and 30 June 2013 • an exhibition around Austen’s grave at Winchester Cathedral.

Original illustrations from the artist Thomson will create a special trail around Jane Austen’s House Museum from January to May 2013.

www.prideandprejudice200.org.uk www.winchesteraustentrail.co.uk www.jane-austens-house-museum.org.uk www.chawtonhouse.org www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk www.janeaustenregencyweek.co.uk

Two hundred years after its publication Pride and Prejudice regularly tops the charts as Britain’s favourite novel.