Special Interest Tours

Explore our city’s rich heritage in more depth.

Winchester is alive with natural, historic and architectural treasures. Each year the guides offer a programme of walking tours which allow them to share their special interests and enthusiasms. Let us show you some of the private buildings and hidden places of Winchester. Then there are our traditional seasonal delights as the year draws to a close. Learn about different historical periods, have some fun at Halloween or enjoy the special atmosphere of Winchester at Christmas.

Note: Tickets can be purchased from the Visitor Information Centre (see Booking) or booked in advance here:

Christmas at Abbey House

An opportunity to visit Abbey House, the official residence, before enjoying a glass of mulled wine and mince pies with the Mayor.

Tickets: £15 (including a donation to the Mayor's charities).

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH

Wednesday, December 6

An opportunity to visit Abbey House, the official residence, before enjoying a glass of mulled wine and mince pies with the Mayor.

When: Wed, Dec 6, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £15 (including a donation to the Mayor's charities).

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Upcoming Special Tours

Sunday, April 16

A medieval Jewish themed walking tour of Winchester including a visit to the Great Hall.

When: Sun, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Tickets: £11.50 adult, £5.50 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Saturday, April 22

A guided walk exploring the route of Winchester's 'other' railway, the old Didcot, Newbury and Southampton line which takes you inside the disused Chesil Railway tunnel.

When: Sat, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

A walk to discover Winchester's important role in Saxon history.

When: Sat, Apr 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Saturday, May 20

In celebration of the King's Coronation, a look back at Winchester's many royal connections.

When: Sat, May 20, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Saturday, June 3

A chance to discover some of the hidden brooks and streams which run through Winchester.

When: Sat, Jun 3, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Wednesday, June 7

A guided walk exploring the route of Winchester's 'other' railway, the old Didcot, Newbury and Southampton line which takes you inside the disused Chesil Railway tunnel.

When: Wed, Jun 7, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Saturday, June 17

A walk to explore Jane Austen's Winchester.

When: Sat, Jun 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Wednesday, July 12

An opportunity to see inside Abbey House, the Mayor's official residence.

When: Wed, Jul 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £12 (includes a donation to Mayor's charities).

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Wednesday, August 16

A tour for children and families (summer holidays).

When: Wed, Aug 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Saturday, August 19

A chance to discover some of the hidden brooks and streams which run through Winchester.

When: Sat, Aug 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Tuesday, August 22

Discover Regency Winchester as known by Jane Austen and painted by George Shepherd.

When: Tue, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Saturday, September 2

A guided walk exploring the route of Winchester's 'other' railway, the old Didcot, Newbury and Southampton line which takes you inside the disused Chesil Railway tunnel.

When: Sat, Sep 2, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

A guided walk exploring the route of Winchester's 'other' railway, the old Didcot, Newbury and Southampton line which takes you inside the disused Chesil Railway tunnel.

When: Sat, Sep 2, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Saturday, September 23

Come and explore St Giles Hill, home to a great medieval fair and much more.

When: Sat, Sep 23, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Friday, October 6

Some ghostly tales for darker evenings.

When: Fri, Oct 6, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Sunday, October 8

A medieval Jewish themed walking tour of Winchester including a visit to the Great Hall.

When: Sun, Oct 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Tickets: £11.50 adult, £5.50 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Thursday, October 26

A tour for children and families (October half term).

When: Thu, Oct 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Tuesday, October 31

A Halloween feast of ghosts and other ghastly goings-on for adults only.

When: Tue, Oct 31, 8:00pm - 9:30pm

Tickets: £10 adults only.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

A Halloween feast of ghosts and other ghastly goings-on for adults only.

When: Tue, Oct 31, 8:00pm - 9:30pm

Tickets: £10 adults only.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Friday, November 10

Some ghostly tales for darker evenings.

When: Fri, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Tickets: £10 adult, £4 child.

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.

Wednesday, December 6

An opportunity to visit Abbey House, the official residence, before enjoying a glass of mulled wine and mince pies with the Mayor.

When: Wed, Dec 6, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tickets: £15 (including a donation to the Mayor's charities).

Venue: Visitor Information Centre, The Broadway, Winchester SO23 9GH.