Winchester and its American Connections Guided Walking Tour
Saturday 14:30
Visitor Information Centre
This year the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on 4th July. Learn about Winchester’s connections to important events in US history.
Date
July 4th 2026 at 14:30 - July 4th 2026 at 16:00
Event details
Address:The Guildhall
Broadway
Winchester
Postcode:SO23 9GH
Tickets:Tickets are £12 for adults, £5 for children (under 16)
Contact Information:E-mail: tourism@winchester.gov.uk
Website: www.winchestertouristguides.com
Description
Join one of Winchester’s professional guides for a 90 minute walking tour, starting at Winchester Visitor Information Centre. From a Mayflower passenger to a Founding Father to Native American Chieftains; from soldiers training to fight the Colonists to prisoners of war held in the city. Hear some of the stories of the more than 750,000 US troops who passed through Winchester during WWI and WWII. The walk will also cover American authors, actors and dignitaries who have visited Winchester.
Tickets are available in advance through the website or in person on the day at the Visitor Information Centre if still available. Tickets may be bought prior to the start with cash only from the guide, if still available
Accessibility
Access for wheelchair users
Assistance dog