Enjoy a whole day in Winchester
If you have the chance to spend a whole day in th city, and stay two nights at Wolvesey View, right in the centre of the city, you can look forward to a great experience of so much beauty and interest.
Start from Colebrook Street with the tour by the river and round the walls described for a short visit but (from Easter to October) have a look around the romantic ruins of Wolvesey Castle.
If your timing is right you could join a guided tour of Winchester College.
You will also have the time for one of the marvellous tours of the Cathedral.
My tips for a lunch spot are The Black Boy, an ecccentric pub near the river, The Cathedral buttery, a self service with almost gourmet food, or a classic ancient pub, The Eclipse near the cathedral.
In the afternoon there's much more history to discover on a visit to the City Museum, the medieval Westgate with a second museum and a fabulous views down the lovely high street.
You will not want to miss the Great Hall of the old royal Winchester Castle to see the Round Table.
One could easily think that Winchester has little modern, but there is a thrilling new library which is well worth visiting. This is a few minutes walk along Jewry Street, which is packed with restaurants to consider for your evening, as well as the Theatre Royal with entertainment all year round.
Dont be surprised if you feel your legs need a rest before the evening. A romantic way to start the evening can be a walk up St Giles Hill where there is a great view over Winchester - and with a bit of luck the sun setting over it.
Dinner at Wykeham Arms
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