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A Taste of Winchester

Dates:
23 June - 6 July 2025
Paul Spencer Winchester BID Miranda Rocksmith Michele Spelman John D Wood Cllr Lucille Thompson Winchester City Council S

About A Taste of Winchester

Winchester will celebrate its vibrant culinary scene again as A Taste of Winchester returns for a delicious fortnight of food and drink. Running from 23 June to 6 July 2025, the expanded festival builds on the success of last year’s event.


A Taste of Winchester offers an exciting opportunity to experience the very best of the city and district’s local talent. Restaurants, cafés, pubs, retailers, producers, and makers will come together to present a diverse array of events, tastings, special menus, and local and global flavours.


During this foodie fortnight, you can introduce your tastebuds to something new, learn about the provenance of what's on your plate, see behind the scenes in some of our well-loved bars and restaurants, or even forage for new local flavours for your own cooking.


Winchester businesses are being encouraged to create unique and memorable experiences that reflect the best of the city's hospitality. This year's celebration also coincides with other major local events, including the Winchester Garden Festival, Beer & Cider Festival, and Hat Fair, creating a perfect moment to highlight Winchester as a thriving food destination. Stay tuned for the full programme!


This event is backed by Winchester BID, sponsored by John D Wood and supported by Visit Winchester.


Are you a business that would like to get involved? Complete the proposal form here.

Festival locations

Winchester market view high street
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Wickham
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Location

Wickham

WCC Bishops Waltham0230 A
3
Alresford
4

Location

Alresford

Festival events timetable

Event name
Event date & time
Location
Tickets
Info
Winchester Beer and Cider Festival
27 June - 28 June 12:00am - 12:00am
Winchester city centre
Alfred’s Burger Special at The Winchester Hotel & Spa
27 June - 28 June 12:00am - 12:00am
Winchester city centre
A Taste of SJT at St James Tavern
24 June - 5 June 12:00am - 12:00am
Winchester city centre
Hampshire Tasting Menu at St James Tavern
4 July7:00pm - 11:00pm
Winchester city centre
Urban Foraging Workshop
28 June10:00am - 1:00pm
Winchester city centre
Hat Fair
5 July12:00am - 12:00am
Winchester city centre
The Garden Festival
21 June - 29 June 12:00am - 12:00am
Winchester city centre
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Whet your appetite in Wickham
23 June - 6 July 12:00am - 12:00am
Wickham
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Tasty treats in Bishop’s Waltham
23 June - 6 July 12:00am - 12:00am
Bishop's Waltham
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Watercress, walks and steam trains
23 June - 6 July 12:00am - 12:00am
Alresford

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