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The Square Independents

Address:

The Square, Winchester, SO23 9ES
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About The Square Independents

The Square in Winchester is a charming and vibrant area that serves as a hub for both locals and visitors. It boasts a delightful mix of historic architecture, quaint shops, cosy cafes and alfresco dining. It is just a stone's throw from City Museum and Winchester Cathedral, making it an ideal spot to experience the local café culture on route to our must-see attractions.


Shopping in The Square

  • Sass and Edge: An independent womenswear boutique founded by Rachel and Sally, Winchester locals who saw a gap in the market for shopping that was a little less serious and a lot more fun!
  • Amor Optical: This London-based bespoke eyewear company recently opened its third branch in The Square. They specialise in luxury glasses and sunglasses.
  • The Hambledon: An award-winning department store selling a carefully curated collection of independent brands.
  • Carter Marsh & Co: Established in 1947, Winchester's Carter Marsh & Co. is one of the UK's leading dealers in fine antique clocks and luxury pre-owned watches.
  • Gieves and Hawkes: Known for their iconic No. 1 Savile Row store, they specialise in traditional British tailoring and bespoke formal wear.

Food & drink in The Square

  • Café Monde: This quaint café is a local favourite, serving up delicious breakfast, brunch and lunch. Dine inside or on their sociable patio.
  • The Eclipse Inn: A cosy, traditional pub set within a 16th century building. Pop by for delicious food, cask ales and stories of its historic (and rumoured haunted) past!
  • General Store: A relaxed coffee shop and wine bar, offering fresh bread, pastries, cakes and sandwiches. Check their calendar for evening events.
  • The Square: A breakfast and brunch location from the owners of Coffee Lab. Enjoy great food in their unique courtyard seating area.
  • The Winchester Orangery: The go-to spot for all day breakfast, brunch and lunch, with an indulgent coffee and cocktail menu,
  • Three Joes: A charming restaurant serving sourdough pizza, made daily and cooked in their wood-fired oven. Also offering local craft beer, cocktails, milkshakes.
  • The Old Vine: An 18th century inn steeped in character and charm. This is the perfect place to meet for lunch, supper or a drink.

Local services in The Square

  • Urbangreen: An Aveda hair salon and barber with 35 years of experience in the hair, beauty and wellness business.
  • Design House: An interior design studio. Pop by to be inspired by their extensive library of fabrics, wallpapers, paints, and a collection of stylish furniture.

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