Where in Winchester
Winchester is a city rich in heritage displaying stunning architecture and a selection of historic monuments and museums. England’s ancient capital blends its charm and character sophistically with an array of modern features that has raised its appeal and made property in the city, and the surrounding parishes, amongst the most highly sought after on the South Coast.
With chic eateries, high-class boutiques, culture, reputable schools and instant access to the country on your doorstep, not to mention excellent transport links, it is not surprising that the area is attracting an ever increasing number of people searching for home either to settle and raise a family, move closer to the coast or simply to escape the hustle of busier cities such as London.
Food and beverages
Winchester is renowned for a vibrant but cosmopolitan nightlife scene. The area hosts a selection of refined wine and music bars and some of the most popular gastro- pubs and restaurants in the south, many award-winning. Hotel du Vin & Bistro and Loch Fyne Restaurant and Oyster Bar are just two of many in the city that combine the freshest local produce with unique culinary techniques to deliver exceptional cuisine in relaxed, charming surroundings.
Alfresco dining is becoming increasingly popular with a growing selection of cafes to choose from to sit outside and watch the world go by. The city’s Cathedral Cafe was voted one of the UK’s best tearooms by the Times.
Shopping
Shopping in Winchester is excellent with a blend of popular high street brands and elegant boutiques to choose from. Highly skilled craftsmanship can be witnessed at Jeremy France Jewellers whilst Forme in Parchment Street provides a tailor-made service for modern design interiors influenced by Italian artistry. Like many others in the city, the key to success for these businesses is their commitment to delivering an individual service to discerning customers.
Attractions
Winchester and its surrounding areas offer a host of attractions to suit all tastes. The Theatre Royal presents a range of work from stand-up comedy to children’s theatre and The Screen cinema complex shows that latest range of film for all ages.
Just outside the city there are a selection of country parks, cycle trails and places of interest for all the family including Marwell Zoo, In-tech Science Centre and Planetarium, Farley Mount Country Park and an assortment of pretty villages many with their own special feature or historic story to tell.
The River Itchen runs through the heart of the city marking the western boundary of the South Downs, an area of outstanding natural beauty, providing a picturesque and tranquil get-away.
Other highlights are the outside Ice Rink the city hosts each year and Peter Freeman’s luminous motion sculpture positioned in Cathedral Square.
Travel
Winchester is in an ideal position. It’s just a short drive from the coast and is the gateway to many major cities including Southampton, Portsmouth and Bournemouth to the south as well as Basingstoke, Reading and London to the north.
Transport
Winchester Station provides fast services to London Waterloo (approx 55 mins) in addition to destinations throughout the UK.
- The city also has an excellent bus network throughout its district.
- There is a main coach station which caters for travelling further afield.
- Southampton International Airport is just a short journey by road or rail providing both domestic and a growing number of international flights.
- The continent can also be easily reached by ferry with the nearest ports at Southampton and Portsmouth.
