Journey Through Winchester's Past: A Historical and Literary Walking Tour
4.9
251 Ratings
Hampshire
Embark on a captivating historical and literary walking tour through Winchester. Follow in the footsteps of iconic figures like Alfred the Great, Jane Austen, and Sherlock Holmes. Limited group size of 10.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Westgate Museum - Medieval gates front this ancient Tudor & Stuart building with exhibits in a former debtor’s prison.
What's Included
  • 20% discount at The Wykeham Arms (reservation needed)
  • Photography included
Additional Information

Experience the story of Winchester’s history through the lives of figures like the Romans, Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, Oliver Cromwell, and King Arthur.

Revive the iconic literary characters of Winchester, such as Jane Austen, John Keats, Thomas Hardy, Sherlock Holmes, and King Arthur as you walk around the city.

Stroll through Winchester’s streets, brimming with potent historical and literary presences.

Group sizes will not exceed 10 people.

The tour will commence from The Westgate, Winchester’s ancient entrance.

  • Accessible for those with limited eye sight
  • Accessible for those with limited mobility
  • Animals or pets allowed
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking 
  • If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund 
  • Most travelers can participate 
  • Service animals allowed 
Location
SO23 8UH
In front of the Westgate, the medieval entrance to Winchester.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(251 Ratings)
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Edie_d
Apr 23, 2024
History comes to life - Brian was simply amazing! His knowledge of history, plus his humor and enthusiasm, made this a very memorable day. We learned so much and really had an enjoyable day.
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Karenawilkinson
Apr 22, 2024
A great way to see Winchester! - Bryan was an excellent tour guide and host for our Saturday morning jaunt around 'win-Winchester'. It lasted about 1hr 45 but we were a reasonably small group of 6. He shared a lot of knowledge with good humour and banter along the way (even a little song!). Although we'd toured the Cathedral and Great Hall the previous day we got to see a lot of things we'd have missed otherwise and I would definitely recommend it to others.
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Tour10834874612
Apr 22, 2024
Fantastic Morning Tour - Bryan was extremely friendly and welcoming, the tour was fascinating and thorough, Bryan is very knowledgable and no question was met without a straight awnser. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys history and learning new and exciting things. A+++
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Rambletamble
Apr 7, 2024
Excellent Tour - Excellent tour. Bryan is a friendly and informative guide who is happy to answer and questions. Would recommend this tour if you are in Winchester for the day.
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Jet01530580725
Apr 1, 2024
Throughly recommended this tour - Throughly enjoyable tour and experience with Bryan who is full of interesting information. I would highly recommend this tour. We would definitely use him again on other tours. Thank you Bryan. Sue & John Revill
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685huyenp
Mar 30, 2024
10 out of 10 - We can not ask for better guide. Bryan was so knowledgeable and funny. My kids even paid attention and followed the whole tour (which was a surprise). Thank you very much for your passions and willing to share those with us.
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U309wlrebeccak
Mar 27, 2024
Well Worth the Time! - Our delightful, knowledgeable guide told us history and tidbits that informed and entertained us. I learned SO much about Winchester! The small group made chatting and asking questions easy. Walking tour was flat and easy. Don't hesitate - this tour is well worth it!
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Wendy_k
Mar 22, 2024
Beautiful - Beautiful, interesting tour. Bryan is knowledgeable, friendly and fun. So cool to actually be standing in history. Totally worth the affordable cost.
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Pennyce5572tx
Apr 3, 2024
Damp day in Winchester - Bryan was an excellent guide, we found him personable and informative. We gleaned snippets of history we had known nothing about previous to the tour. Thank you for a most enjoyable tour.
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Jaybee1637597
Mar 31, 2024
Don't waste your money. - In my opinion, Bryan is a very poor guide. I offered him to chat to hear my feedback, and he was not interested. I am a teacher of adult education, so do know what I am talking about. We paid for a two hour tour, and it finished after an hour and a half with no explanation. It was very rushed. He spoke too quickly, without allowing for his foreign accent, nor that one of us did not have English as a first language. He walked quickly, despite us all being senior citizens, one with a physical disability, and on occasion he started talking before some of us had caught up, so could not hear. He peppered his talks with jokes at very high speed. (He wants to be a stand up comedian, but this was not the place to practice. There was no eye contact, and not once did he ask if we had any questions. I felt he was talking from a script, keen to finish and go, and not really interested in whether we had absorbed and understood his comments. We have been on many guided walks and this was by far the least effective guide.
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