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St Cross Hospital & Almshouse of Noble Poverty
History and hospitality in a serene and picturesque setting. The Hospital of St Cross is a beautiful group of Grade I listed buildings dating from 1132. Visitors can admire the medieval architecture, explore the gardens and receive the Wayfarer's Dole, which is a small beaker of beer and a morsel of bread. St Cross is an easy walk along the river, 20 minutes from the city centre. Ample free parking on payment of admission fee. On site gift shop and refreshments.
Opening Times
Opening 2010 1 Jan 2010 - 31 Mar 2010
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Tuesday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Thursday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Friday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Saturday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Sunday | - Closed |
| Bank Holiday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
Opening 2010 1 Apr 2010 - 31 Oct 2010
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00 - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
Opening 2010 1 Nov 2010 - 31 Dec 2010
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Tuesday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Thursday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Friday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Saturday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
| Sunday | - Closed |
| Bank Holiday | 10:30 - 15:30 |
Tickets information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult Ticket | £3.00 per ticket |
| Student & Senior Citizen | £2.50 per ticket |
| Child Ticket | £1.00 per ticket |
Road Directions
St Cross Hospital is one mile south of Winchester city centre, midway between Junction 11 of the M3 and Winchester, alongside the Bell public house.
Public Transport Directions
St Cross is an easy walk from Winchester city centre, along the river. Follow the footpath south for approx. 20 minutes (1 mile).
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Countryside Setting
Accessibility
- Disabled persons toilet
- No dogs (Guide dogs accepted)
Children & Infants
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Parking & Transport
- Free parking
- Railway station within 5 miles
Catering
- Cafe - Summer only
- Outdoor eating area
- Picnic area
- Refreshments Available
Payment Methods
- MasterCard
- Visa
Establishment Features
- All weather attraction
- Garden / Grounds for visitors use
- Gift shop
- Groups by arrangement
- Guided tours by arrangement
- Open all year round
- Open New Year
- Open on bank holidays
Specialist Features
- Cyclists welcome
- Educational Groups
