Children’s Winchester History guided walking tour

Schedule

Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 02:30 pm to Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 03:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Winchester Visitor Information Centre | Winchester, EN

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Step into the past on a fun and fascinating walking tour, especially for children during the school holiday.
About this Event

Step into the past on a fun and fascinating walking tour, especially for children during the school holiday.

Join one of Winchester’s professional guides for a 60 minute walking tour, starting at Winchester Visitor Information Centre.

Explore ancient lanes, hear exciting accounts, and discover how people lived long ago. From the Romans and King Alfred the Great to everyday peasants, Winchester’s streets come alive through stories, questions and surprises along the way. Perfect for curious young minds and families. This gentle adventure makes learning enjoyable, memorable, and will fuel the imagination. Led by a friendly guide who loves sharing Winchester’s history and legends in a fun way. For children aged 7 years and over along with their grown-ups.

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Tickets are £8 for adults, £3 for children (under 16) and available in advance through the website or in person on the day at the Visitor Information Centre subject to availability.

Child Ticket - You will need to undertake a separate second transaction to the one used to purchase the adult tickets in your group. When booking for the children select the number of children's tickets you require under general admission category, enter the promotional code CHILD and click apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Carer Ticket - Tickets for an essential carer are free. You will need to undertake a separate second transaction to the one used to purchase the other tickets for your group. Please select one ticket under general admission category, enter the promotional code CARERFREE and click apply. This allows the tickets to be purchased for free.

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Winchester Visitor Information Centre, Guildhall, Winchester, United Kingdom

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