Winchester is a unique heritage city just an hour south west of London, with a magnificent Cathedral, award-winning pubs and restaurants and a tempting array of independent shops. Hampshire is a beautiful county with chalk downlands to the north and east, heathy wooded areas in the New Forest area to the west, and a breathtaking coastline.
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Hampshire's county town is Winchester, a historic cathedral city that was once the capital of the ancient kingdom of Wessex and the seat of King Alfred. It is also home to the country's largest farmers' market, birthplace of the modern game of cricket and resting place of Jane Austen.
Popular for its bustling shopping streets and lively street theatre, Winchester also has many modern bars & brasseries as well as traditional pubs. The river Itchen flows through this city and there are plenty of pretty riverside walks and places to set up for a gourmet picnic.
The surrounding countryside of Hampshire is beautiful and its picturesque market towns and villages are home to a number of award-winning pubs and restaurants. If you like walking, cycling, horse riding or water sports there's plenty to keep you amused, while for shopping, food and drink.
Winchester, Hampshire combines the best of city life with the freshness of the country. Whether you are looking for a relaxing pamper weekend with friends or some fun with fresh air, Winchester and the surrounding countryside of the South Downs National Park are sure to make your ideal weekend away.
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