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Plenty of colourful characters from the past have played their part in making Winchester the prominent city it is today. Click on the links below to find out more about their endeavours:
Famous for his literary works, find out why he has a Winchester connection.
Famous for being the oldest runner to take part in the London Marathon, read her story here.
Hero or anti hero? Read his story and make up your mind.
One of the country's great sporting heroes - but do you know why?
We need to thank this lady for our clean water - a resource which we take for granted today.
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