16 Cheyney CourtA highly photographedhalf-timbered beauty,and former bishop’scourt house.

15 Pilgrims’ HallAdjacent to Pilgrims’School, Pilgrims’ Hall,where pilgrims to theshrine of St Swithunwere lodged, datesfrom 1308 and has a fine hammer-beamroof.

14 The Deanery and Dean Garnier Garden

Between the cathedraland the Deanery, whichhas been continuouslyoccupied since the13th century, thisdelightful Victoriangarden has beenrecreated to reflect thecathedral architecture.

13 Guildhall Winchester

An imposing gothicbuilding, the recentlyrefurbished VictorianGuildhall is a civic andconference centre. Acafé and the touristinformation centre areon the ground floor.

12 Abbey House and Gardens

The mayor’s officialresidence. On the siteof a nunnaminsterfounded by KingAlfred’s wife, QueenEalhswith.

11 King Alfred the GreatScholar, soldier, statesman, King Alfredrestored Winchester after the Dark Ages andmade the city his capital. His striking bronzestatue dominates the Broadway.

10 River Itchen and Weirs Walk

Fast-flowing andStroll across CityBridge, the river’sancient crossingplace and entranceto the city, andfollow the WeirsWalk to the watermeadows and St Cross. Go viaWolvesey Castle – the extensiveruins of the medieval bishop’spalace (open 1 April–2 Nov).

Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TSTel: 01962 877 826 Web: www.winchestermilitarymuseums.co.uk Looking for something interesting to do?Inspired by stories of heroic acts? Whetheryou have only an hour or all day to spare, avisit to the city would be incomplete withoutvisiting one or all of Winchester’s fivesplendid military museums and pausing forrefreshment at the Café Peninsula.55,000 people a year visit the museums, sowhy not join them?

Visit the tourist information centre orWinchester’s Military Museums’ website orcall for more information, including openingtimes and admission charges.

6. Winchester Cathedral, The Refectory and Gift ShopCathedral Office, 9 The Close, SO23 9LSTel: 01962 857 200 (Mon-Fri)Web: www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk1,000 years of history, faith and worship.Treasures include the 12th century WinchesterBible, contemporary sculpture by AntonyGormley and the grave of Jane Austen. Toursand a free children’s trail available.2014 special events: Permanent Jane Austenexhibition, Christmas Market/Ice Rink (from20 Nov).Open: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 12.30pm-3pm.(times may vary for services and special events).Evensong: 5.30pm (3.30pm Sunday).

Admission:Entry feesapply. Under 16swith familyFREE.Concessionsavailable.Please seewebsite formoredetails.

7. Winchester College

St Cross Road, SO23 9SDTel: 01962 851 375Web: www.hospitalofstcross.co.ukA short picturesque stroll from the city centrewill bring the visitor to the living tranquillity ofSt Cross. Founded in 1132, the Hospital ishome to 25 Brothers and continues to providerefreshment (April to October) for the traveller- including the traditional Wayfarer’s Dole.Open: Apr-Oct: Mon-Sat, 9.30am-5pm, Sun, 1pm-5pm. Nov - Mar: Mon-Sat, 10.30am-3.30pm.Admission: Adult £4, senior citizen £3.50, child £2.

Bridge Street, SO23 9BHTel: 01962 870 057Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/winchestercitymillVisit this fully restored working water mill thathas stood at the heart of the historic city ofWinchester for over 1000 years. Learn about themill's history and see how our famousstoneground wholemeal flour is produced usingthe power of the River Itchen. Family activitiesthroughout year. National Trust shop offers localproduce and seasonal gifts. Millingdemonstrations Sat & Sun 11am-4pm & everyWed 11am-4pm (May to Oct) plus bakingdemonstrations on selected days.

Open: 1 Jan – 16Feb 11am – 4pm17 Feb – 30 Nov10am – 5pm 1 Dec – 24 Dec10:30am – 4pm25 Dec – 26 DecClosed 27 Dec –31 Dec 12 - 4pm

Last entry 30mins beforeclose.Admission:charges apply.National Trustmembers andHampshire Wildlife Trust members free.

Keats’ walk

Military

Winchester’sStory

Web: www.winchester.gov.uk/museumsEmail: museums@winchester.gov.uk Family-friendly museums with hands-onactivities to help you step into Winchester’spast and imagine what life was like inBritain’s first royal capital.Admission: FREE Open: See website

High Street, SO23 9APTel: 01962 869 864Fortified medieval gateway and a debtors'prison for 150 years, with walls covered inprisoners' graffiti.

Winchester Discovery Centre, Jewry Street, SO23 8SBTel: 01962 873 610A specially-designed exhibition area featuringa changing programme of exhibitions.

The Square, SO23 9ESTel: 01962 863 064Tells Winchester’s nationally important story asa major Roman centre, principal city of KingAlfred and Anglo-Saxon and Norman kings.

Winchester Museums 3. The Westgate Museum

4. City Space

5. The City Museum

8. The Hospital of St Cross

Winchester City Map20 God Begot House

Look down Royal OakPassage to see the 16thcentury origins of thishalf-timbered building,now a pizza restaurant,on the site of QueenEmma’s manor. LloydsBank opposite occupiesthe old guildhall.

19 ButtercrossWinchester’s familiar15th century city cross.A narrow passage leadsfrom it to Great MinsterStreet, passing thealmost hidden churchof St Lawrence-in-the-Square.

18 The KingsgateAbove the archways ofthis surviving city gateis one of Winchester’shidden gems, the tinychurch of St Swithun-upon-Kingsgate.

17 Jane Austen’s HouseNow a privateresidence, Austen livedhere for the last sixweeks of her life anddied on 18 July 1817.She is buried in thecathedral.

2. Winchester’s Military Museums

Food and drink: city centre

Castle Avenue, SO23 8PJTel: 01962 846 476Web: www.hants.gov.uk/greathallThe only surviving part of Winchester Castle,once home to the Domesday Book, this 13th century hall was the centre of courtand government life. The Round Table,closely associated with the legendary KingArthur, has hung here for over 700 years.Discover the history of the Great Hall andCastle in the impressive Long Gallery, openedin early 2014. Available for weddings andprivate functions.

Open: All year (except 25 and 26 December and occasional functions) see website.Admission: Suggested donation £3.

1. The Great Hall

See our special offers page on www.visitwinchester.co.uk todownload discount vouchers for some of the attractions

9. Winchester City Mill and Shop

To direct you to the very best of the district’s restaurants, cafés and pubs, three qualitymarques are awarded annually to eateries gaining Hampshire Hospitality Awards.

See www.visitwinchester.co.uk for more details. See key overleaf for symbols.

Guided tours

Café

Key to symbols used on adverts

Gift shop

Wheelchair access

*Excludes special events or use in conjunction with any otheroffer. Valid until 30 April 2015.

Apr to Oct

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Viaduct Way

2 Bangkok Brasserie33 Jewry Street, SO23 8RY01962 869 966

3 Caught66 St Georges Street, SO23 8AH07787 937 505

8 Huttons’ BrasserieWinchester Hotel, Worthy LaneSO23 7AB 01962 709 988

10 Sakura Japanese32 Jewry Street, SO23 8RY01962 864 178

12 The Old Vine (pub)

8 Great Minister Street, SO23 9HA01962 854 616

4 The Chesil Rectory1 Chesil Street, SO23 0HU01962 851 555

5 eighteen71Guildhall Winchester, Broadway

SO23 9GH 01962 840 820

6 El-Sabio Tapas Bar & Restaurant60 Eastgate Street, SO23 8DZ01962 820 233

1 5 Bridge Street5 Bridge Street, SO23 0HN01962 863 838

11 The Golden Lion (Pub)99 Alresford Road, SO23 0JZ01962 865 512 (off map)

7 Morn Hill BrasserieHoliday Inn, Morn Hill, SO21 1HZ0871 942 9188 (off map)

13 Wykeham Arms75 Kingsgate Street, SO23 9PE01962 853 834

9 Rimjhim 1-3 City Road, SO23 8SD01962 868 352

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admission*College Street, SO23 9NATel: 01962 621 209Web: www.winchestercollege.orgFounded in 1382, Winchester College is believedto be the oldest continuously-running school inEngland. Guided tours and group visits areavailable year round and include ChamberCourt, the 14th century gothic Chapel, theoriginal Scholars’ dining room, the 17th centuryred brick schoolroom, and the original Cloister.Open: All year except between Christmas andNew Year. Summer opening hours may vary.Please check website.Tours: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat: 10.45am, 12 noon,

2.15pm, 3.30pm. Tue & Thur: 10.45am,

12 noon. Sun: 2.15pm, 3.30pm.Groups: times to suit, must be pre-booked.Admission: Adult £6, concessions £5. * On

presentation of this voucher (EM03). Valid until 30 April 2015

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Did youknow? Winchester ScienceCentre andPlanetarium is justa 7 minute carjourney from thecity centre. Specialbuses run from TheBroadway duringHalf Terms andschool holidays -see overleaf formore details.

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