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Summer Holidays

Follow in Alfred’s footsteps

Take a self-guided trail of King Alfred’s Winchester, courtesy of Visit Winchester. Trace the
footsteps of King Alfred from his statue in the Broadway to his last known resting place
beneath Hyde Abbey Garden. 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. The walk is divided into three loops so you can choose
how much to do – ideal if you have younger children or our great British summer weather
turns unpredictable. Set off from the famous statue on the Broadway to trace the walls
Alfred repaired to keep the Danes at bay and the streets he laid out in the 9th century. The
three loops explore the heart of the ancient capital, the upper city and Alfred’s final journey,
leading to his resting place.

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www.visitwinchester.co.uk

Trace the city’s story
The City Museum tells the story of Winchester through
three galleries, from its origins as a prehistoric trading
centre and Roman regional capital, pre-eminence as a
principal city in the Anglo-Norman kingdom, development
and decline in the Middle Ages, through to modern times.
Features include mosaics and reconstructed 19th and 20th
century Victorian High Street shops. There are plenty of
hands-on activities for families – sorting artefacts, making
a small brass rubbing and colouring in your own AngloSaxon pot design – as well as children’s quizzes and period
costumes to try on. You will find Winchester City Museum
at The Square, and it is operated and funded by Hampshire
Cultural Trust.
www.hampshireculturaltrust.org.uk

Climb the Cathedral Tower

Climb the 213 steps to the top of the tower and experience magnificent views
across Winchester and the county. You will see the ringing chamber, the great
Cathedral bells and walk the full length of the nave roof with its huge wood
beams. It takes 1.5 hours and costs £6. Check out days and times on the
website; the minimum age for this activity is 12 years and children under 16
must be accompanied by an adult. Although there is no set upper age limit,
it may be unsuitable for those the elderly or those suffering from a medical
condition which could be affected by the climb. If you are making a special
visit, please do book a tower tour by calling 01962 857 275.

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PHOTO: © Harvey Mills Photography

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