Talk a walk through the historic city of Winchester using our foodie trail map, featured in the 2026 Hampshire Fare Local Produce Guide.

Vibrant. Ancient. Cultured.

Winchester is England’s ancient capital, where medieval streets meet a thriving modern food and drink scene in a compact area that’s easy to explore on foot.

Dominated by its soaring cathedral, the city blends heritage, culture and artisan flair. Wander cobbled lanes past ancient buildings, buy fresh, local fare at farm shops and delicatessens and stop for lunch at traditional foodie pubs. The city has a pavement café culture that is as successful as any in the UK – perfect for enjoying slow food and people watching.

Twice a month the city centre hosts a Sunday famers market, and weekly street markets are held with fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, local artisan produce and an array of street foods to try.

This trail focuses on a central Winchester walk to explore all this beautiful city centre has to offer. Arrive by train and spend one day walking the city or book an overnight stay.

There are gastropubs, fine dining restaurants, cafes, tea rooms, street food and international cuisine all just a short walk away.

Rolling countryside, historic estates and the South Downs National Park frame the city – perfect for a longer stay taking in charming towns and villages such as Alresford, Bishop’s Waltham, Wickham and beyond.

Our Walk Through Winchester Map has been created in partnership with Winchester City Council and can be found in the 2026 Local Produce Guide.


Meet our Winchester Members

Alfreds Brewery

Alfred’s Brewery is a Hampshire Microbrewery in the historic city of Winchester.

Bar Lento

Spanish Tapas, Bar Lento – deliberate [adjective] not hurried, slow. A taste of Spain on your doorstep. Located in the centre of Winchester.

Boka

Manufacturer of healthier snacks in Winchester – Boka bar is the only cereal bar with front of pack 4 green traffic lights

Butler Country Estates

Delicious, delectable, mouth-watering smoked trout pâté, for Foodies and Gourmet lovers of fine food everywhere.

Butter Bike Co.

We produce natural, adventurously flavoured peanut butters which we sell via independent fine food retail, wholesale distribution, and online

Callaloo Corner

Hampshire-made, award-winning Caribbean sauces inspired by Trinidadian family recipes. A flavourful range of five hot sauces and one BBQ sauce, all plant-based, gluten free and crafted from natural ingredients.

Camilla’s Kitchen

Camilla’s Kitchen makes iced biscuits for all occasions. I have created a range of different biscuits which can be posted all over the country.

Ceason

Ceason Food Co. is a Hampshire-based producer of seasonal sauces and condiments.

Chilbolton Village Stores

Chilbolton Stores is a village shop selling local produced sourced from across Hampshire.

Smokery at Church Paddock

Church Paddock Fishery is a catch and release fishery with an on-site smokery producing hot and cold smoked trout.

COBBS at Winchester Farm Shop and Café

Cobbs Farm Shop & Kitchen, at Headbourne Worthy, boasts a huge range of locally produced goods and a delicious delicatessen.

Forte Kitchen

Brunch restaurant, events space, and catering company in the heart of Winchester.

Hampshire Pantry

A Farm Shop & café on a working farm on the rural edge of Winchester.

Kyoto Kitchen

Highly regarded specialist Japanese restaurant and rooms in the heart of Winchester. Kyoto Kitchen offers insight into the range and diversity of Japanese culinary heritage from tempuras to tataki, sushi & sashimi and grilled foods.

Lainston House Hotel

Lainston House has luxurious rooms and suites, unique dining experiences and a cookery school in 63 acres of Hampshire countryside.

Longdown Vineyard

Longdown Vineyard – a family run vineyard in Twyford and Bishops Waltham offering quality wines to partner with other Hampshire producers. Boldy English Beautifully Made!

Lucy’s Friendly Foods

I am a Winchester based recipe developer and cookbook author who specialises in allergy-friendly and plant based recipes that are as good as the real thing.

Marwell Zoo

Join us at Marwell Zoo to learn more about the environment and taste local food in our cafes!

Myndful Mushrooms

We grow gourmet and functional mushrooms at Jolly Moon farm. Dual extract mushroom tinctures, growkits and wholesale gourmet mushrooms.

Northbrook Arms

An independently owned freehold pub where supporting and using local produce is dear to their hearts.

Porterhouse Steakhouse

The Porterhouse Steakhouse is situated along Jewry Street, offering 100% grass fed, naturally reared beef – steak in a class of its own!

Shipped by Sail

Shipped by Sail offers emission-free transport. We import and export goods sustainably by sailing ship, including both our own ethically sourced foods and those of our customers.

The Bishop on the Bridge

Perfectly placed to explore beautiful Winchester… The Bishop on the Bridge is elegantly situated on the bank of the River Itchen

The Kings Head

Village pub and restaurant in the hamlet of Hursley, proud to showcase local produce as much as possible. Newly AA rosette awarded for culinary excellence 8 newly refurbished AA 4 star rated boutique rooms

The Little Kitchen Company

The Little Kitchen Company provides bespoke catering services in Winchester and the surrounding areas, using the finest local Hampshire produce.

The William Walker

With fabulous food and drink and great views of the cathedral, The William Walker is the place to find refreshment on Winchester’s tourist trail.

The Winchester Hotel and Spa

96-Bedroom Hotel with Spa including 6 Treatment Rooms, 2 Meeting Rooms and a restaurant and bar with outdoor terrace.

The Wykeham Arms Winchester

The Wykeham Arms provides the perfect place for a light lunch between tourist visits and shopping, or an evening meal.

Two and One Olive Oil

Two&One Olive Oil is an Anglo-Spanish family producer of extra virgin olive oil, bringing two cultures together through the education and enjoyment of olive oil.

University of Winchester

The University of Winchester's award-winning catering team cater for students, staff and the public using a number of local ingredients.

Westlands Farm Shop Winchester

We are a family run farm shop located on the High Street in Winchester. Our promise to our customers is to provide high quality and locally sourced produce.

The Whimsical Forager

The Whimsical Forager presents a range of exceptional botanical liqueurs, crafted for quality and difference.

Winchester BID

Winchester BID work to ensure Winchester remains vibrant city through local improvements.

Winchester Cathedral

Explore one of the most historical buildings in the area before stopping for coffee or lunch at the Cathedral Café.

Winchester Cocoa Company

An award-winning chocolaterie creating luxury filled chocolates and bars in Winchester, Hampshire.

Winchester Royal Hotel

16th century hotel in the heart of Winchester

Worthy Earth

Worthy Earth is a small market garden, producing chemical-free vegetables using a regenerative no-dig method.

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