Winchester is the county town of Hampshire and the first capital of England. It lies just 1 hour south-west of London and is an unspoilt and extremely historic cathedral city. Main visitor atttractions include 900 year old Cathedral, Winchester College, City and Military Museums and the Great Hall, home to the mysterious Arthurian Round Table. Beautiful treasures surround you in this handsome city - a magnificent Cathedral, and Arthurian Round Table, museums and galleries, medieval buildings and tranquil green spaces. Winchester is a shopper's paradise, with a tempting array of independent of shops and boutiques selling mouth-watering gifts, clothes and items for the home. Perfect for a short break, or as a touring base for a longer stay in the south, Winchester offers excellent hotel and bed and breakfast accommodation and a superb selection of restaurants, many of which are regularly recommended in leading independent food and hotel guides. Winchester Guildhall Conference Centre, set in the heart of the City, offers excellent conference facilities within easy reach of all hotels, restaurants and the M3 motorway
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