Discover summer savings on attractions, food and drink in and around Winchester
Family days out in Winchester don't have to break the bank this summer. Loads of Winchester attractions, restaurants, pubs and cafes are taking part in the Great British Summer Savings scheme, which is cutting VAT on children's meals, family tickets, and admissions to attractions.
We've rounded up the best offers and discounts on attractions across Winchester and beyond. Families can explore iconic landmarks, try out immersive escape games, visit beautiful country estates and ride hair-raising rollercoasters for less this summer. Plus, there are some amazing offers on kids' menus in restaurants, pubs and cafes.
Read on to discover the best summer offers and discounts in Winchester below.
Curated by the Visit Winchester team.
Updated: 23 July 2026
Image: Hinton Ampner © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey
Winchester Cathedral (pictured)
Enjoy a memorable day out for less this summer at Winchester Cathedral, with 12.5% off admission and discounted children's meals in the café available from 25 June to 1 September. Follow an interactive family trail celebrating plants, gardens and flowers, discover the Cathedral's fascinating past through the immersive Kings and Scribes exhibition, and take time to relax in the stunning Cathedral grounds.
📍Winchester city centre
ClueCapers
Come and play one of ClueCapers' iconic escape games this summer with a 5% discount using promo code SUMMER26. Choose from three puzzling indoor escape games and three outdoor adventures in the historic heart of Winchester - each guaranteed to get your cogs turning and your heart racing.
📍Winchester city centre
Hinton Ampner
Dive into a swashbuckling summer adventure at Hinton Ampner. Climb aboard the pirate ship, walk the plank, dress up like a pirate and discover plenty of hands-on activities for the whole family. Plus, with summer savings you'll enjoy a discount on admission and children's meals in the café from 25 June to 1 September.
📍near Alresford
Paulton's Park (pictured)
Enjoy a trip to one of the UK's most iconic theme parks with a discount on admission between 25 June and 1 September - meaning a family of four can save over £20! From the thrill coasters of Valgard: Relam of the Vikings to the toddler-freindly Peppa Pig World, there's something for everyone to enjoy at Paulton's Park.
📍near Romsey
The Vyne (pictured)
Another National Trust property, The Vyne, is offering a discount on admission and children's meals in the café this summer. Get the whole family together in The Vyne's gardens for Summer of Play, complete with fun challenges, sack races, dress up and more! Those looking for an indoor visit can also see the new house-wide exhibition Taste, Design, and the Georgian Gentleman.
📍near Basingstoke
Bombay Sapphire Distillery
It's not just family attractions serving up savings this summer! The home of Bombay Sapphire gin is offering 15% discount on experiences with promo code SUMMER2026. Explore Laverstoke Mill with an immersive Gin Distillery Tour or try your hand at mixology with a Gin Cocktail Masterclass. The offer is valid until 6 September, making this the perfect summer day out for any gin lover!
📍near Whitchurch
Cobbs Farm Shop
This wholesome farm shop and café, located just outside the city centre, is offering a free kids' meal with every adult meal purchased from 13 July to 4 September 2026. Soak up the sunshine with some alfresco dining, or cool off inside the farm shop café with a tasty, affordable lunch for all the family.
📍Winchester
ASK Italian
All day, every day, from 17 July to 6 September, kids eat free when you download the ASK Perks reward app. Perfect for family dining, they have special cutlery for tiny hands, crayons for when creativity hits mid-meal and a yummy selection of pizza, pasta and deserts to give the little ones a taste of Italy. Be sure to check out their student deals for the older kids, too!
📍Winchester city centre
Zizzi
Fuel up for less on rainy days and big days out with the kids eat free offer for Zillionaires' Club members at Zizzi. Non-members can also enjoy a 12.5% discount on the three-course Bambini menu, priced at £7.83 until 6 September. Kids dishes are the same as your Zizzi favourites, just sized down for little ones.
📍Winchester city centre
Dim T (pictured)
This summer, kids can enjoy two courses, a refreshing drink and a fun activity pack for just £7.85 with Dim T's summer savings discount. With delicious handmade dim sum, flavourful noodles and incredible curry on the menu, enjoy meal while making the most of the VAT savings this summer.
📍Winchester city centre
Nando's
All kids can make the most of Nando's mouth-watering summer offers. Until 6 September, the there will be a 12.5% discount on Nandino kids' meals, dropping to just £6.08. Meanwhile, older kids can enjoy a 20% discount exclusively for 12–18-year-olds across all menus until the end of September.
📍Winchester city centre
The Ivy Winchester Brasserie (pictured)
Perfect for an indulgent treat or celebrating with family, The Ivy has recently launched some great set menu options for kids and parents to enjoy this summer. For ages 3 to 12, the Super Kids Menu offers a drink, main and dessert for £15.95. Meanwhile, the grownups can dine more affordably with their Golden Summer Menu, featuring two seasonal courses for £19.95.
📍Winchester city centre
The Royal Oak
Thought to be one of England's oldest inns, you can enjoy a family get-together in a charming, medieval setting for less this summer. Get one little appetites meal, a dessert and a drink for 88p with one paying adult, plus discounts on qualifying children's meals and drinks until 1 September. Trip to the pub, anyone?
📍Winchester city centre
The Jolly Farmer
Another Greene King pub offering one little appetites meal, a dessert and a drink for 88p with one paying adult, plus discounts on qualifying children's meals and drinks until 1 September. This family-friendly pub is the perfect spot for a re-fuel after visiting the nearby Winnall Moors Nature Reserve.
📍Winchester city centre
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