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Explore Winchester city centre with two self-guided heritage walks with a treasure hunt theme. Discover Winchester's "hidden treasures" whilst having a fun day out with family and friends!
Winchester is a Hampshire city famous for its monumental cathedral, having the greatest overall length of any Gothic cathedral in Europe. Set in captivating grounds and host to an atmospheric Christmas Market, it sits beside an ancient and famous college. Blending beautifully with the city around it, you can follow winding streets with quirky shops, or sit or play in charming gardens by a bubbling stream. Once a centre for Alfred the Great, Winchester now boasts Arthur's Round Table, housed in a medieval hall. A truly delectable city.
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1. Cathedral Circular - 1.5 miles / 2.4 kms
From the leafy exterior of Winchester’s Cathedral, this route moves quickly into the city centre - past specialist shops and quaint pubs, wrapped in fascinating history. Past a Middle Ages’ gate and an ancient Hall housing King Arthur’s Round Table, you now arrive at six military museums, situated on the historic site of Peninsula Barracks - before returning to a gentler side of the city, and the magnificent Cathedral.
1.5 hoursOK, but diversion maybe needed for steps
2. Cathedral to Abbey Gardens - 1 mile / 1.6 kms
Start your walk with stunning views of the magnificent cathedral, none better than from Dean Garnier's Garden. Past Pilgrim School (the cathedral's choir school), through an ancient gate, and out into some quaint and timeless streets. Take a look at Winchester College, which dates back to the 14th century. Pass Wolvesey Castle, and walk alongside the pretty River Itchen, before ending at the fabulous Abbey Gardens.
1 hourOK
Each booklet has a page dedicated to the history of the city and 2 pages summarising each walk with suggestions on what to visit along the way. Walk 1 has 21 clues & walk 2 has 14 - both with detailed directions to follow. There are interesting stories about important people, places & events along the way; detailed instructions on how to find a clue if you're stuck; and a comprehensive map with the routes marked on.
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"You must have spent ages finding all the different places to see in Winchester! We particularly enjoyed Arthur's round table and the 'secret garden' and the riverside walk. I have to admit we ended up back at a fantastic hotel that we passed, for a fabulous lunch. Superb day out!"
Latest Revision : April 2024
