A lot to see and take in, both in the large interior areas, as well as small details and specific features as well as having a exhibit about the building's history. Worth a visit. Easily spent about 1h and a half looking at burrial sites, architecture, history and art.

A beautiful cathedral, worth a visit to see the architecture, carvings and stained glass windows. Jane Austen is buried in the cathedral with her memorial stone in the nave. Those interested in history will find plenty to see. Anyone in search of a peaceful place with find it here. There is an entrance fee but it allows free further visits for 12 months.

It is such a nice spot to just have a sit down, not very loud and obviously has a incredible architecture! During my trip to Winchester I stopped by here a few times - the inside of the cathedral is beautiful and worth seeing but tickets are overpriced. Also if you enjoy books, there is a great shop round one of the sides that has something for everyone📚

The guided tour that comes with the admission price is easily worth it. I was bowled over with our guide's (Michael) depth of knowledge and fantastic anecdotes about the cathedral. The ticket is open for a year. There's so much more to find out about this splendid building we will probably be back. Winchester's nice to walk around too. Probably best to avoid peak times.

The staff was really friendly and the cathedral is pretty big and beautiful, definitely worth the time. We chatted for 15-20 min with the staff member in the library (yeah they have an amazing library with beautiful old books) he told us really great stories and gave us some insights on how big of a work goes into working with these. The cathedral overall is really detailed and has an interesting story, it even has a small museum inside.

The great cathedral is the primary reason why we wanted to visit Winchester and it did not disappoint. We jumped into one of the tours being offered at the ticket entrance and had such a great experience. The tour took just over an hour, and we spent another hour afterwards exploring the massive space, checking out some of the many sacred and historical items on display (including the Winchester Bible), and paying our respects at the Jane Austen memorial with the added bonus of occasional organ music in the background. A perfect way to spend a half day.

Highly, highly recommend visiting and taking the guided tour! The volunteers were enthusiastic, welcoming, and very friendly. There was so much history to see, including an exhibition. We had Robert Little as our tour guide, and he truly brought the history to life. He was very knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging in his storytelling! One of the many details I enjoyed was when he pointed out some of the different architectural styles, such as Norman or Gothic. Since the ticket is valid for a full year, he even recommended joining tours with other guides to get different flavours of information and perspectives. Overall, definitely a fantastic experience!

Decent medium-sized Zoo, with a wide range of animals. Giraffes, snow leopard, rhinos, Lemurs, ostriches, and more. Catering prices were reasonable. Layout not very intuitive though - plan your route around. On a fairly steep hill. Staff friendly and helpful.

Brought the family here on an inset day so it was quieter and we all had a wonderful time. I thought the grounds were very clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. Only complaint is the food and drinks are quite pricey but that's expected. Next time we'll opt to bring our own lunches as they offer picnic areas.

This was my first trip, and we visited as a large group but split up in to small groups. Tickets were pre-purchased in advance, which made entry quick and easy. There was plenty of car parking available. Staff I saw were friendly & helpful. Despite low expectations set by friends, I found this place to be fantastic. The animals appeared well cared for, and we managed to see all the ones we hoped to—and more. There are lots of picnic spots and climbing areas for children, which made it very family-friendly. Food and gift shop items were reasonably priced. The only downside was that it was a hot day and all the drinks we bought from the cafe there were warm due to broken fridges—an issue we were told has been ongoing. While this didn’t ruin our experience, it did feel like a waste of money. I’d recommend bringing your own picnic and would definitely visit again.

lovely day out with the little one. thoroughly enjoyed. lots of animals to see and lots of areas for the little one to explore. some food bars with "normal" food would be nice. chips, hotdogs, burgers etc. but bought own picnic so was ok.

Big zoo, plenty to do, been wanting to take the kids for ages and didn't disappoint at all. Easily can spend 4-5hrs there. A lot of walking due to size of zoo. Plenty for kids to do, nice little parks and a cafe area with a good view. Will be going back at some point.

What a great Zoo as Zoos go. Animals have plenty of space in their enclosures with many of them being out to be seen. The Lego feature currently on show is great with guess the mammoth bring much entertainment. The little zoo tour on the overland train is worth doing. Be prepared to walk a few steps and enjoy.

Had a brilliant day out here. The park is really well designed so there's a chance to see the animals from different sides. Staff are all really friendly and helpful.

Local project full of middle age history along with the Round table. Impressive. Worth the visit and definitely worth supporting. We did the three venue option when buying tickets and thought very reasonable. Reccomended.

Definitely a must visit. It’s all that’s left of the old castle and dates back to the 1200s. The Round Table on the wall might not be from King Arthur’s time but it’s still really cool to see. Loved the stained glass windows showing all the kings and key figures, and the Norman medieval architecture is just stunning. It’s full of history and the whole place just feels majestic. We did the three venue ticket and thought it was great value. Definitely worth supporting.

Everyone focuses on the Round Table. That's fine, but don't skip the rest. The staff are very helpful and friendly, and quite willing to spend the extra time explaining the various tickets, what is where, and what the photography rules are etc. Do take a look at the garden, the giant family tree at the other end of the hall from the table, and the long gallery. The cafe is good for a quick drink and snack, but if you're planning on a meal, plan on a restaurant. That's not meant as a criticism AT ALL Just trying to help you plan.

A must-visit for history lovers! The Great Hall in Winchester absolutely blew me away. It’s one of the best-preserved medieval halls in England, dating back to the early 1200s. The architecture is stunning – huge Gothic windows, soaring stone columns, and a real sense of grandeur. The highlight has to be the legendary Round Table hanging on the wall, believed to have been built in the 13th century and painted during Henry VIII’s reign. You can really feel the weight of history here – once part of Winchester Castle and a key seat of royal power. Super informative displays, friendly staff, and a beautiful garden outside. Highly recommend!

Had a "touristy" day. Don't believe I've ever been here before. Now I'm wondering why not. Fascinating! Great to see the Round Table in all its glory. And for the pleasure of many a woman you can get fairly close to the costume worn by Colin Firth when playing Mr Darcy in the BBC adaptation of Pride. & Prejudice. That's got to be worth the entrance fee in itself!! Tickets last for a year so I'll be back in the next few months for sure.

Winchester's Great Hall is an awe-inspiring 13th-century survivor, the last remnant of William the Conqueror's Winchester Castle. Built by Henry III, its scale immediately impresses. The star attraction is the legendary King Arthur's Round Table, though dendrochronology dates it to the late 13th century – still, it powerfully evokes centuries of myth. This hall witnessed pivotal history: Sir Walter Raleigh's 1603 condemnation, the "Bloody Assizes," and once even housed the Domesday Book. Its magnificent hammer-beam roof and historical resonance make it a captivating and essential visit for anyone exploring Winchester's rich past.

A once great castle stood in Winchester but sadly most of it is long lost. The one remaining gateway is part of the ticket price for the hall. A large table sits on the wall called King Arthur's Round Table but it is much later than when he would have been around.

While I truly appreciated the creativity and effort that went into the Mesmerica show which the planetarium kindly hosted, I found it difficult to fully relax and enjoy it due to audience members seated behind me who were eating and drinking throughout the entire performance. The rustling of crisp packets, popcorn, and drink lids was very distracting, and it made it hard to immerse myself in what was otherwise a stunning one-hour show. I was so disappointed this happened to us as we spent a lot of money to take time to see the show and was very much looking forward seeing it. It was clear that the noise also disturbed other audience members, but no one wanted to make a fuss or challenge them, so the distractions continued throughout. We kept glancing over with annoyed expressions, but unfortunately, it didn’t resolve the issue. I spoke with staff at the venue, and I understand that it is normally allowed to eat and drink during the show. However, given how immersive and quiet this particular performance was, I felt that allowing eating and drinking during the show was not ideal for the audience experience. I don’t blame the venue staff — they were only following company policy — but it’s a real shame that this was allowed during such a sensory show. I contacted the company afterwards, but the reply felt like a generic template rather than a sincere apology or explanation. With clearer audience guidance and a more personal response to feedback, this could have been a truly amazing experience. As I would like to return to see another show.

Wonderful time here. My kids aged 10 and 8 absolutely loved it. So much to look at and get stuck into. They particularly liked the space section downstairs. The show is worth the extra £4 . Exciting and educational for everyone and has the wow factor. Car park is free which is really good, felt the tickets were a little on the high side but still enjoyed the experience and would visit again

Lovely staff very helpful. We had a disabled adult in the party. There were no car paking spaces available for his wheelchair. Have to say the food hall and toilets are dirty and not a pleasant place to eat. Most of the interactive displays did not work. The only saving grace was the Planatorium show.

First visit last night to see Mesmerica. An Audio/Visual treat. We will be returning to see a Pink Floyd event or similar. I'm also keen on general Astromony.

It's an expensive day out and it was merely "OK". A lot of learning machines were too text heavy, and fundamentally not that interesting if you got down to the meaning of it. So what age are they for? Too simple for older kids and too text heavy for younger kids. I went here about 10 years ago and there were better fixtures back then. Quite a few didn't work properly also. Planetarium was decent.

This is an exciting, fun place for children to visit to explore science. I liked the fact that the decor and theme revolve around both physical sciences and space travel. The shows are well curated and informative. Grown ups enjoy them as well. The planetarium is conducive for learning. Although the projection is from the giant ceiling, you get a feeling of looking into the sky without the drag of straining the neck. The bookstore stocks books and toys. The centre is constantly cleaned even with the huge footfall. Parking is massive but paid for. There is an Inn on the property as well for people who have to travel long distances to Winchester. Overall, it was a great experience.

Fantastic place - we visit every year and the kids do not get bored. The team are all extremely enthusiastic and full of energy which is great at getting the kids engaged in learning. The exhibits are tonnes of fun as well as educational. You can easily spend an entire day at the centre - we always turn up by 10am and find ourselves leaving no earlier than 3:30-4:30pm Couldn’t recommend a visit enough!

Lovely place to visit if you're in Winchester. Some interesting information on the building's past, and a really lovely garden to enjoy a coffee and explore. Can be a bit tricky to cross the road to get to though, so watch out.

Quaint place, lots of history to trundle through and fun, interactive exhibits. You might catch a glimpse of the river otters if you're lucky. Cafe has a fantastic outdoor space. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would stop by next time we're around. Recommended! Oh, and it is free to visit even for non-members.

Beautiful old mill set in a gorgeous setting. Small but had everything a National Trust property would normally have except parking. A car park can be found just around the corner. A huge thumbs up to the cafe. Could offer my husband gluten, dairy and meat free options.

National Trust members free. Small garden and lovely cafe, very lovely staff. Thank you for your kindness when my baby boy had a "meltdown".

This is a very interesting place exciting to see the rushing waters of the mill race, and some nice displays explaining functionality. Very nice staff and a little cafe that we missed because we arrived so late.

Free entry, cute garden sitting area in the back (if you visit the cafe, go there!), and take the stairs to see the water flowing underneath. Cute selection of used books in the gift shop. Heard about this from TikTok when looking for things to do. Worth adding to your day trip list.

This is a free entry establishment but they do request a donation. After what I paid for the coffee, however, at the cafe I decided they had included a donation in the price. There are resident bats and video evidence of the visiting otters which is amazing to see. It's a pity the machinery doesn't work because that might have been nice to see but still worth a visit!

King Alfred the Great Statue is located Winchester, England. Just near the bust stop. It is one of the land mark of Winchester. You can check the statue before exploring the nearby area. It is good to know the story and see the statue in person. You may read in Wikipedia to understand the story of Alfred the great.

Statue standing right at the centre of the street and the city. Located near the main bus station and Abbey gardens. Worth a quick stop as the street and location itself are beautiful.

I love this Victorian statue, even though it seems to be in the middle of a mini car park!

Winchester’s Bronze Legend! Standing tall on The Broadway in Winchester, King Alfred the Great looks ready to conquer—or at least direct traffic. Unveiled in 1901 to mark 1,000 years since his death, this statue celebrates the man who united England and gave Vikings a proper headache. Designed by Hamo Thornycroft, Alfred holds his sword like a cross—symbolising both battle and belief. But in true British fashion, the granite base was installed upside down, and no one’s bothered to fix it. Classic.. Locals love him, tourists snap selfies, and there’s even a pub named Alfie’s nearby. Legend says if a virgin walks around the statue three times, he’ll lower his sword. Spoiler: he hasn’t yet..

Great statue, close to Abbey Garden

It's a statue of King Alfred. If you like Anglo Saxon history, he is the OG. Well worth a quick detour to take a look as it is an impressive bronze.

We visited the Christmas Market. It was a good day out. The town is amazing. Such lovely buildings. Highly recommend an all day breakfast in Greens in Jury Street. The staff were so friendly and attentive.