A step back in time: The storied past of St Giles Hill Park

St Giles Hill has been the setting for important developments in the history of the city and indeed, at times, the country -- from a place of execution at the time of the Norman Conquest, to the location of one of Europe's great Medieval trade fairs in the Middle Ages, and, later, the site of a Victorian Pleasure Garden, designed by one of England's leading landscape architects. Today, the Park at St Giles Hill is a beautiful green space with breathtaking views across the city and a rich stock of trees, plants and local wildlife.

Learn more about the Park's fascinating backstory from noted local historian and horticulturalist Dr Harry Mycock. Dr Mycock chairs a new charity, Friends of St Giles Hill Park, set up in 2023 to help maintain and improve the Park, and raise awareness of its rich history and contribution to our community. The Guided Walk will begin at Abbey Gardens and will proceed up St Giles Hill to the hilltop - participants should expect some steep slopes and stairs and come with comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing.

Timings & Tours

Friday 13 September:

1000-1130

Sunday 15 September:

1100-1230

Location & directions

Abbey House, The Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9BE

Directions:

Abbey Gardens, where the walk will begin, is a public park located beside Abbey House - the official residence and office of the Mayor of Winchester. It is on the Broadway and close to the city's Guildhall.

Contact on day:

Dr Harry Mycock

Telephone number:

+447971896487

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Places are limited, so please book your place using the link below. Registration will close when we reach capacity (max. 20 per tour). Thank you!

Booking website:

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/hampshire-history-trust

Booking opens:

15 Jul 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

The route of the walk includes some steep slopes and steps.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

20

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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