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Visit the ancient capital of Wessex, the Home of King Alfred the Great.
be transferred by your own private London Taxi from central London (approx 1.5 hours) or Southampton Docks (approx 45 mins)
King Alfred will be your constant companion on this tour of Winchester’s historic landmarks. You’ll learn about the earlier history of Winchester and how it has evolved in more recent times.
Visit the Cathedral, over fifteen centuries of English history lie behind the massive Cathedral you see today. It stands at the heart of historic Winchester, once the seat of Anglo-Saxon and Norman royal power, on the site of an early Christian church. It’s been a place of worship ever since.
See The Great Hall, “one of the finest surviving aisled halls of the 13th century”, it contains the greatest symbol of medieval mythology, King Arthur’s Round Table, and is all that now remains of Winchester Castle.
Take in Winchester College and Jane Austin’s home! and see the tomb of the King Alfred himself
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Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Starts: London, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Visit the ancient capital of Wessex, the Home of King Alfred the Great.
be transferred by your own private London Taxi from central London (approx 1.5 hours) or Southampton Docks (approx 45 mins)
King Alfred will be your constant companion on this tour of Winchester’s historic landmarks. You’ll learn about the earlier history of Winchester and how it has evolved in more recent times.
Visit the Cathedral, over fifteen centuries of English history lie behind the massive Cathedral you see today. It stands at the heart of historic Winchester, once the seat of Anglo-Saxon and Norman royal power, on the site of an early Christian church. It’s been a place of worship ever since.
See The Great Hall, “one of the finest surviving aisled halls of the 13th century”, it contains the greatest symbol of medieval mythology, King Arthur’s Round Table, and is all that now remains of Winchester Castle.
Take in Winchester College and Jane Austin’s home! and see the tomb of the King Alfred himself
Stop At: Statue of Alfred the Great, Winchester England
.King Alfred’s Statue
The High Street started life as a routeway some 2,500 years ago,
leading to a crossing point on the River Itchen. It was the main thoroughfare for Roman, Saxon and Medieval
Winchester and lays claim to be the oldest street in any English city.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Winchester, Winchester, Hampshire, England
Abbey House
Excavated remains of St Mary’s Abbey, founded by Alfred’s Queen, Ealhswith in the early 10th century, can be seen along Abbey Passage to the right.
The City Bridge is said to have first been built by St Swithun, the 9th century bishop and patron saint of Winchester. The current
structure, built in 1813, is thought to occupy the same site.
Wharf Mill, which is on the site of a Medieval mill. See the best preserved part of the City Walls to their full Medieval height.
A private residence, is where Jane Austen spent her final weeks receiving medical care. She died here and is buried in the cathedral.
Pause in Hyde Abbey Garden which reflects the abbey church and marks the site of Alfred the Great’s medieval tomb.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Winchester College College Street, Winchester SO23 9LX England
Founded by William of Wykeham in 1382 and believed to be the oldest continuously running school in England.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Winchester Cathedral, 9 The Close, Winchester SO23 9LS England
Discover one of the finest medieval cathedrals in Europe. With an enthralling history and magnificent architecture, It has been a living place of worship and welcome for over 900 years.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Great Hall, The Castle Castle Avenue, Winchester SO23 8UJ England
The Great Hall is one of the finest surviving medieval aisled halls of the 13th century, it has been a royal residence, a defensive stronghold, courtroom and more recently a location for films and tv. It is where history and legend meet
Duration: 1 hour
