FestivalsinWinchester

Highlighting Festivals and other events in Winchester

[Winchester Poetry @WinPoetryFest]

🫶🏽 We are delighted to announce the appointment of Erica Hesketh as our new Artistic Director.

Erica will shape and develop our 2027 festival maintaining Winchester’s place on UK poetry map.

Read more about Erica's appointment here: https://t.co/ZNCYzGfRzE

📸Christy Ku

[Winchester Poetry @WinPoetryFest]

💎 Winchester Poetry Prize 2026 is open💎

Judge: @JuliaCopus
Prizes: £1k, £500, £250
Kathryn Bevis Prize for best poem from #Hampshire
Closes: 31/07/26

Read the rules and enter: https://t.co/DNZubXtn8y

🤝 @ParisSmithLLP @Writing5chool

[Hampshire Chronicle @hantschronicle]

One of the oldest bookshops in the country shortlisted for top award https://t.co/fkFrs8gOzB

[Hampshire Chronicle @hantschronicle]

Grange Festival appoints new chair of board of trustees https://t.co/FvOwjLhD4N

[Hampshire Chronicle @hantschronicle]

Extra date added for open-air opera festival after record-breaking sales https://t.co/H0RzLuDzhv

[Hampshire Chronicle @hantschronicle]

Winchester Pride is back this spring https://t.co/jcuM5C8md8

[Watercress Line @Watercress_Line]

Embark on a night out to remember this year! We've launched more dates for our ever-popular Real Ale Train, running throughout the year.🐀

Join us for themed nights on selected dates - fancy dress encouraged!

Book in advance for a free pint voucher🍻

https://t.co/Qb9rDNAqN1

[Hampshire Chronicle @hantschronicle]

'Wide variety of talent' to take part in growing arts festival this summer https://t.co/HRDHoiXG8g

[P & G Wells @Bookwells]

Really looking forward to the 2026 Winchester Books Festival. Great programme of talks, conversations, children's events.

Pick up a brochure next time you pop into the shop or visit their website.

https://t.co/u7P2WKTHeo

[Hampshire Chronicle @hantschronicle]

Festival supporting young carers making a return this summer https://t.co/yqJrpp55FM

[Hampshire Chronicle @hantschronicle]

Ariana Grande tribute and Tiger Who Came to Tea coming to theatre this half term https://t.co/ssDR3AuLqY

[Winchester Poetry @WinPoetryFest]

Our friends Edward Thomas Fellowship have a spectacular literary festival taking place at @PfieldMuseum

📆 27-28 Feb

Featured poets include #HampshirePoet Damian Kelly-Basher, @RaineGeoghegan5, Nia Broomhall, Jessica Mookherjee + more.

Don't miss it: https://t.co/s0uh6ySEae

[Hampshire Chronicle @hantschronicle]

Snowdrops already in bloom at National Trust's Mottisfont estate https://t.co/CLgUhl40Pw

[HantsTopDaysOut @HantsTopDaysOut]

February half term is just around the corner, and Hampshire is bursting with budget-friendly fun! 🌟

Check out our full events guide to plan your perfect half-term escape: https://t.co/VBWfBse2R6

#hantstopdaysout #hampshire #halfterm #familydaysout

[P & G Wells @Bookwells]

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Winchester Books Festival. https://t.co/tyXrGPZuR1

[Hampshire Chronicle @hantschronicle]

Books festival to return to Winchester reveals big guest names https://t.co/C0kZMJ85W5

[Watercress Line @Watercress_Line]

🎄✨Just announced: we have released additional tickets for the previously sold out Father Christmas Express!

These extra tickets are limited and expected to go quickly - booking is now open via our website!

https://t.co/6T9JXLvF8p

#WatercressLine #FatherChristmas #Christmas

[Blue Apple Theatre @BlueApplePlays]

The Snowman - A Blue Apple Christmas Adventure at QE2's Winter Showcase and Christmas Celebration from 12-3pm Saturday 6th December 2025 at QE2 Activity Centre in River Hamble Country Park. Come and enjoy the festive cheer.

[Watercress Line @Watercress_Line]

🎄✨ Christmas magic is calling… and it’s 20% OFF! ✨🎄

✨ This exclusive offer is available online only!
Secure your discounted tickets before they’re gone and make your festive season truly shine.

👉 Book now: https://t.co/enPU2lQ7LW

#SteamIlluminations #ChristmasMagic

[Winchester Cathedral @WinCathedral]

Visiting the Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market and want a sneak peek?
Can’t make it this year but still want to soak up the magic?
Take our virtual walk around the Market — and see if you can spot your favourite chalet! Tag them in the comments below!
https://t.co/0d2nRAGKLQ