Named in 2023 as one of the top 20 best farmer’s markets in the UK.
Hampshire Farmers’ Markets is a non profit organisation bringing fresh local produce from small businesses based in rural areas to seven towns and cities across the county each and every month. Showcasing the best of what Hampshire has to offer, all stallholders are the producers; small businesses based in rural areas growing and rearing their own to bring to customers.
Winchester Market has a fantastic selection of seasonal produce, fresh flowers, vintage clothing and handmade homewares.
Vendors gather on Winchester’s historic streets to show an eclectic offering of their wares at the Antiques, Vintage, Retro & Collectables Market.
Sandwiched between the Cathedral and the 14th century college, this luxurious country pub with rooms is surrounded by heritage.
A mobile café based in the Southampton area, serving hot and cold refreshments, fresh orange juice and sandwiches.
Leave the city and embark on a day long nature experience unlike any other! Join Mafia Weekend CIC, as they gather in a calm woodland just outside Winchester. Immerse yourself in tranquillity, reconnect with nature, and uncover new creative abilities. Enjoy guided mindful walks sessions, filmmaking and creative writing sessions.
Growling Gibbon Brew Co. brings hoppy beers to Winchester. Explore fruity flavours with diverse hop varieties. We brew sustainably, feeding spent grain to local cattle and donating 5% of earnings to World Land Trust.
Hampshire Archives & Local Studies and Wessex Film & Sound Archive help bring Hampshire’s history to life. From their base at Hampshire Record Office in Winchester, preserving and providing access to archives relating to Hampshire, and film and sound material relating to central southern England.
Welcome to the brand new NAAFI Cafe on St. George’s Street. With breakfast baps, cakes, hot drinks and more, pop by to see the new refurbishment!
The bookshop that has traded since 1891 as P&G Wells is Winchester’s longest-running retail business and Britain's oldest bookshop.
The Itchen Navigation Heritage Trail stretches from Winchester in the north, to Woodmill near Swaythling in the south
Craft shop and activity centre for all ages, with a tea room cafe and soft play area. Offering pottery, glass painting, jewellery making and more. We also sell a range of craft supplies including wool, fabric, paints and much more. Open everyday with workshops all year round!
Toy shop located in the Brooks Shopping Centre.
An independent kitchen and eco store, making everything from scratch; truly celebrating seasonal produce.
A small Nepalese Food eatery serving the goodness of ancient grains of amaranth, buckwheat, millet, spelt, rye, red rice, nigella seed and other diverse ingredients.
Authentic Italian fast food takeaway/eat-in seating 10, plus a small shopping area for Italian foods and drinks.
Independent tattoo studio in the heart of Winchester providing custom tattoos with a wide range of flash. A professional, clean, friendly and relaxed environment with 3 tattooists that specialising in different styles.
Long-established independent creative jeweller situated just off the High Street. Stocking an interesting selection of both handmade and carefully curated pieces to suit a variety of tastes, ranging from silver earrings to sparkling diamonds.
Organic food, liquid refills, personal and home care products all without the wasteful plastic packaging.
Europe’s biggest conservation charity. We look after nature, beauty and history for everyone to enjoy.
Step into Anglo-Saxon Winchester! The year is 878. The future of the Kingdom of Wessex hangs in the balance.
The St James’ Way passes through Winchester and is one of the UK legs of the world-renowned pilgrimage route, the Camino de Santiago and is approximately 68.5 miles/110 kilometres long.
Big rides, small rides, play areas, entertainments and an astonishing collection of exotic birds and animals, all set within 140 acres of beautiful parkland... home of Peppa Pig World!
A social enterprise, helping everyone cycle more. Young or old, women, children and families.
The Winchester district is home to three of the most vibrant and picturesque market towns in Hampshire – Alresford, Bishop’s Waltham and Wickham, discover them here in our Market Town guide.
Whether you are a family or single, a couple or a group, young or young at heart, find over 220 of Hampshire’s best kept secrets and unique activities with Experience Hampshire.
The Cycle Company offer electric bike rental from our shop, right next to Shawford Train Station (10 minutes from Winchester).
Winchester is home to an abundance of trees. Follow this self-guided trail to learn more...
Hattingley Valley is a family owned business located in Hampshire specialising in premium English sparkling wines.
Explore this charming country home set in 25 acres of gardens
Authentic Thai recipes made with quality ingredients and with exemplary customer service.
South Downs Sourdough courses are practical, fun and informative. Discover how to make delicious, nutritious sourdough using traditional methods.
Discover the richness of Winchester on unique, entertaining, and fun walking tours.
From vintage fashion, fine art and musical accessories to a haven for book lovers - Winchester has plenty of unique gifts and treasures for shopaholics. Take a look at our list of Winchester Independents and start shopping!
Browse our list of Independents in Winchester city centre offering food and drink.
World famous 180 acre gardens.
The perfect place to purchase quality art and design-led crafts.
High quality meat, fish and a delicatessen
Treatments, spray tanning, Microdermabrasions, and nails
A shop full to bursting with all things flowery.
Solicitors specialising in wills, powers of attorney, tax and estate planning
The Gurkha Museum takes you on a journey of discovery through the history of Gurkhas in British service.
One of the best regimental museums in the Country.
The Museum of the County Regiment for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight – Serving the Crown for nearly 300 years.
The Museum of The King’s Royal Hussars. Hampshire’s only museum of Cavalry, located within the grand setting of Peninsula Square, Winchester, a site full of military heritage.
Winchester's premier steakhouse open every day for lunch and dinner.
Situated in the heart of Hampshire we produce an unrivalled range of award winning real ales.
The choice of flooring is huge.
An established clinic known for quality service and reliable, fast results.
Specialist independent wine merchant with a superb range of hand chosen wines, spirits and champagnes.
Come and say hello to the local butcher and game dealer.
This beautiful, award-winning children’s shoe shop, has a fantastic range of quality shoes for children of all ages
Women’s designer fashion in the heart of Hampshire. Daywear, special occasion and evening wear.
Be inspired and enticed by beautiful pieces for your home.
At Hair Art we have a holistic approach to your well-being.
A beautiful children’s store with clothing from birth to 12 years.
A beautiful collection of handmade pottery, furniture, fabrics and interior furnishings.
Fun, friendly and experienced therapists handpicked just for you.
A stylish and individual womenswear boutique with a personal touch.
Explore the beautiful market town of Bishops Waltham located in the delightful countryside of Hampshire in the Meon Valley area with this interactive QR trail.
The very first Hotel du Vin is housed in the fine architecture of one of central Winchester's most important Georgian buildings dating back to 1715.
ClueCapers offers fun inclusive escape games to share with friends, family and colleagues in the heart of Winchester.
Come and discover the story of water over the last 100 years.
Displays made up from social, industrial and agricultural artifacts and archives.
A great family fun day out.
Discover the 'Great House’ enjoyed by Jane Austen, the quintessentially English manor house and gardens with a fascinating history.
Built in 1820 from the timbers of the US frigate Chesapeake. In addition to this maritime heritage, the mill has been a prominent feature of the landscape in the Meon Valley.
Greens is the ideal venue to enjoy a superb dining experience.
A beautiful former coach house offering home-cooked food and excellent ale.
Ironmongers/Cash & Carry retail outlet having a wide range of products.
Sports massage treatment and rehabilitation advice to a varied client base of professional and amateur athletes.
Baytree Beauty Salon is more than just a beauty salon.
Crest helping you with all your dry cleaning needs.
Estate Agent based in Wickham.
A local lawyer helping with your legal requirements.
An independent gift, homeware & furniture shop in Wickham.
A traditional hardware/housewares shop in Wickham.
The Wickham chocolate shop established over 20 years.
A collection of Victorian style shops in a quaint shopping centre.
A friendly traditional butcher with a great range of locally sourced free-range meat.
A lovely independent gift shop in Wickham.
Friendly, local, independent eye care specialist.
Cleaning specialists in Bishop's Waltham.
Specialising in providing high quality weath management advice.
Financial services for businesses and individuals
Chartered Accountants & Registered Auditors
A professional, impartial financial planning advice delivered face to face, with clarity.
Sales and lettings in Bishop's Waltham.
A delightfully quirky traditional village pub.
True home cooking with traditional service in a friendly atmosphere.
Your favourite designer brands at affordable prices.
Pat Staples Interiors has been designing and supplying home furnishings in and around Hampshire for over 23 years.
Friendly, independently-run traditional post office and shop.
Purveyors of meat served to the highest standard.
Popular traditional fishmongers, sustainably sourced from all over the UK and abraod.
For all you beauty needs in Bishop's Waltham.
A family run interiors boutique.
A unique atmosphere to shop for wines, with knowledgeable service.
Traditional sweet shop with a range of over 250 sweets served from jars.
A fabulous selection of clothes and accessories for every taste.
An independant card specalist located in Bishop's Waltham.
Join a guided tour with one of Winchester's official tourist guides to take in the city's highlights.
Live entertainment and events in a historic venue - also home to a cafe and Winchester Tourist Information Centre.
Choose from a range of local gifts and Winchester souvenirs from tea towels and key rings to sweet treats and King Alfred memorabilia. Peruse produce from our districts award-winning independent producers and makers.
Hosting a variety of exhibitions throughout the year
A modern exhibition space in the centre of Winchester
Three galleries tell the story of Winchester's past from its origins as a prehistoric trading centre and Roman regional capital through to modern times.
Winchester's Tudor and Stuart era is revealed in this beautifully refurbished listed monument, the last of the main medieval gates into the city.
Classic seafood dishes
Indulging yourself in a little bit of what you fancy
Established in Winchester in 1987 the two floors of the gallery show original contemporary and period paintings, prints, limited editions and local views.
A wide variety of goods on sale at Winchester's weekly markets - fresh flowers, fruit, vegetables to fashion, bric-a-brac, jewellery.
The Brooks Shopping Centre is home to well known chains including Primark, The Entertainer and New Look.
The perfect place to meet for lunch, supper or just a drink in relaxed, convivial surroundings
A wide selection of Japanese cuisine that both tempts and delights
A trail exploring the Winchester District as favoured by main Tudor monarchs.
A trail around the city centre that is accessible for all.
A map of the beautiful market town of Wickham.
A map of the charming market town of Bishop's Waltham.
A pocket guide to the picturesque town of stockbridge in the Test Valley.
A map of the beautiful market town of Alresford
Enjoy a trail that combines the beautiful scenery of the Meon Valley with the opportunity to discover historical churches dotted across the district.
A National Trust elegant country house with highly distinctive gardens
Find out more about the fascinating history of the Jewish community in Winchester...
Take a look at the district's regal history by following our Royal Trail...
As we remember those that lost their lives during conflict, take time to learn more about Winchester's military history and our Armed Forces.
One of the world's most famous authors, was born, lived and died on the 18th July 1817 in the historic city of Winchester. Our trail follows her life in Hampshire.
Walk, run or cycle along the Viaduct Way - Winchester's restored historic railway.
Enjoy the golden colours of Autumn in Winchester on our trail that follows the route Keats took on his daily walk over 200 years ago.
Find your way to exclusive offers and ideas for great days out with our new Visitor Map out now.
It might be getting darker earlier but we love Winchester's sunset views - see for yourself and follow our self-guided trail.
Grade I listed buildings dating from 1132 and is home to 25 Brothers.
A stunning medieval building filled with the most beautiful of the College's treasures
Winchester's Military Quarter is a grouping of six regimental museums situated within yards of each other on a historic site, close to the city centre of Winchester.
Library, exhibition, gallery and performance venue. Formerly Winchester Discovery Centre and set in an iconic, Grade II listed building on the city's Jewry Street, With upgraded facilities and revamped spaces, The Arc as a unique cultural destination.
Let off steam and travel by a lovingly restored steam train.
Believed to be the oldest continuously running school in the country
Jane Austen’s House in Chawton, Hampshire, is the house where Jane Austen lived and wrote.
See the impressive Royal Armouries collection of artillery and historic cannons
Trace the footsteps of King Alfred from his statue in the Broadway to his last known resting place beneath Hyde Abbey Garden.
An inspiring day out for all ages in one of Europe's finest medieval Cathedrals. Now featuring a spectacular new exhibition - Kings & Scribes: The Birth of a Nation.
Discover 100+ hands-on exhibits and interactive planetarium shows.
Discover the artistry, heritage and taste of Bombay Sapphire
Beautiful and intimate Edwardian-style, 400 seat theatre situated in the heart of the city.
The final remains of Winchester Castle and home to King Arthur's round table.
A visit to Marwell is a chance to get close to the wonders of the natural world and find out how conservationists are making a difference for future generations.
