Chesil Railway - Winchester Guided Walking Tour
Wednesday 18:30
Winchester Visitor Information Centre
A guided walk exploring the route of Winchester’s “other” railway, the old Didcot, Newbury and Southampton line operated by the Great Western Railway.
Dates
April 27th 2024 at 10:30 - April 27th 2024 at 12:00
June 12th 2024 at 18:30 - June 12th 2024 at 20:00
September 28th 2024 at 14:30 - September 28th 2024 at 16:00
Event details
Address:Visitor Information Centre, The Guildhall
Broadway
Winchester
Postcode:SO23 9GH
Tickets:£11 for adults, £5 for children (under 16)
Contact Information:Tel: 01962 840 500
E-mail: tourism@winchester.gov.uk
Description
Join one of Winchester’s professional guides for a 90 minute walking tour, starting at Winchester Visitor Information Centre. Winchester Chesil station was opened in 1885 and closed in the 1960s because of lack of demand. The tour explores the old station site, the route of the line, some of its remaining buildings and ends by going inside the disused Chesil Railway tunnel, one of the city’s hidden treasures. There are steep slopes and steps around St. Giles’ Hill which makes this tour unsuitable for wheelchairs. Please wear suitable footwear. Tickets are available in advance through the website or in person at the Visitor Information Centre.
Transport
By Bus:Close to Winchester Bus Station.
Accessibility
Assistance dog