Seasonal shopping
Winchester is famed for its unique shopping atmosphere and at Christmas time, with the lights twinkling overhead, it comes into its own. A refreshing blend of independent shops, big-name retailers and department stores, there’s a real possibility to crack the Christmas shopping list in one, entirely pleasant experience.
Cornflowers gift shop
This Christmas, visit Cornflowers gift shop, where you will find a huge range of stunning Christmas decorations, wreaths, garlands and deliciously scented candles to make your home really special this year. You will also find a myriad of gifts, including a delightful range of Jellycat soft toys, beautiful leather handbags and attractive scarves and jewellery in unusual designs. The staff of Cornflowers offers an excellent customer service and you will also be given a complimentary gift wrapping option.
Tel: 01962 621 234
Address: 17 College Street, Winchester, SO23 9LX
Childhood's Dream
While in Winchester, why not visit Childhood's Dream – a family-run
toyshop where you are encouraged to play with the toys. All have been
hand-picked for their quality, design and durability. There is a wide
range of wooden toys, including dolls houses, jigsaws and play kitchens,
metal construction sets, dressing up outfits for boys and girls,
die-cast metal cars and beautiful Kathe Kruse dolls. For something a bit
different, you could choose from the range of Moulin Roty toys and gifts.
They also have wooden Haba nativity figures, Christmas angels and tree
decorations, all to help make your Christmas really special.
Tel: 01962 861 953
Address: 4 Black Swan Buildings, Southgate Street, Winchester, SO23 9DT
Angels Hair & Make-Up Salon
Why not treat yourself this Christmas to a little pampering? Get into the party mood with an 'Evening Up Do' or a 'MAC Make-Over'. Pop along to Angels a unique, characteristic salon, hidden among the backstreets in the heart of Winhester. Offering a variety of services from Cut & Blow-Drys to Balmain Hair Extensions and specialising in Colour - Angels really is 'a place to find yourself'. So visit this Christmas to recieve your 10% discount off the service of your choice, just quote 'Christmas in Winchester site'.
Tel: 01962 820 260
Address: 23 Little Minster St, Winchester, S023 9HB
Winchester Charity Festive Market
Time your visit with the Charity Festive Market at Winchester Guildhall on Sunday 21 November 2010 and make a real difference by supporting local charities this Christmas. Call 01962 840 820, email guildhall@winchester.gov.uk
Winchester Farmers' Market
Head to Middle Brook Street for the largest Farmers’ Market in the UK with 95 stalls – 14, 28 November and 12 December. Visit the market to savour the finest local produce - from watercress to water buffalo steaks, organic product to ostrich meat. No wonder it was voted best in the country by the Guardian Food Magazine.
Don’t forget to pop into the tourist information centre to browse some of the exclusive Christmas gifts made by local artists and craftspeople - jewellery, Christmas decorations and stoneware pottery are just some of the beautiful items on offer. You can also buy other souvenirs to remind you of your visit to Winchester including Winchester hoodies to keep you warm and cosy this Christmas and Winchester bags.
And don't forget to round off your trip with a visit to this year’s Cathedral Christmas Market and Making Merry Open Studios for that extra special, crafty gift.
Extend your trip into an overnight break
Contact us: Winchester Tourist Information Centre
Tel: 01962 840 500
Email: tourism@winchester.gov.uk
Winchester City Council's official tourism website: www.visitwinchester.co.uk