St George's Street Area Independents

Tucked just behind the bustling High Street St George’s Street is perfect for visitors looking to explore beyond the main tourist trail. With its mix of independent shops, cosy cafés, and local businesses, it’s a great place to pause, browse, and soak up the city’s welcoming atmosphere. Along St George's Street, you'll find other popular independent shopping hubs: Middle Brook Street, Parchment Street and St Peter Street. Explore more of this area's independents below!

Shopping around St George's Street

• Fig & Fox: a stylish lifestyle store opening soon , with curated gifts and homeware upstairs and a cosy café below.
• The Winchester Book Shop: this charming bookshop spans three floors of second-hand, vintage, and antiquarian books. It's a treasure trove for book lovers.
• D&G Hardware: a traditional hardware store with knowledgeable staff, DIY essentials and household tools.
• The Winchester Bed Company: This award-winning independent retailer specialises in handcrafted beds, mattresses, and bedroom furniture.

Food & drink around St George's Street

• Yia Yia’s Kitchen: an award-winning Greek-Cypriot restaurant serves fresh, home-style dishes inspired by family recipes. Vegan options also available!
• Catch: a popular fish and chip shop with freshly cooked, crispy battered fish for dine-in or takeaway.
• Shanghai Papa: serving up authentic Chinese and Thai cuisine, this is a great spot for casual dining or takeaway.

Local services around St George's Street

• Wild & Pure: an eco-conscious hair studio offering personalised cuts and colour. They focus on sustainability and cruelty-free products.
• Winchester Photographic: a go-to for photo printing, framing, and restoration. They offer passport photos, canvas prints, personalised gifts, and headshots.
• Vita Skin Spa: with an infrared sauna and a wide range of advanced facials, massages, and spa rituals, this is the perfect place to unwind on your trip.
• Apollo Nails: offering a wide range of professional nail treatments including manicures, pedicures, gel extensions, and nail art.
• Regime Barbers:  with a team of skilled barbers, a relaxed vibe, and extras like coffee and a pool table, it’s a favourite for locals.
• Hollywood Nails: a modern salon space with a reputation for friendly, professional services including manicures, pedicures, acrylics, and nail art.
• Luxe Nails & Beauty: a premium pampering nail and beauty salon. They specialise in gel nails, acrylics, and intricate nail art.

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