Park in Winchester

“This is a great place to walk, the views from near the horse monument are great, you can see the cranes away at Southampton and on a good day the type 42? On the top of Portsdown Hill. There are a lot of car parks so if one is busy drive down the road to the next one. The car parks are free, well done, to I think Winchester council, so many councils want to take so much in fees for parking instead of realising these open spaces are needed for relaxation by us all. The car parks are a bit tight for larger motorhomes but OK for camper vans, the roads are country lanes so a big vehicle will need to be careful. Great place to visit with great views all around.”

“Great site, well maintained by the wardens. The road noise is definitely worth mentioning but wasn’t a trip ruiner for us. Great location for exploring Winchester.”

“Lovely area to find in an enclosed and safe environment.”

“Recently had an MRI scan here as a referred NHS patient. Lovely experience, very easy to get to (not much notice for the turn though), lovely staff and I was in having the procedure done at the time of the appt. Very clean and plenty of free parking.”

“This place truly is a gem tucked away in an industrial park! We came across this by accident browsing Google maps, and it’s clearly loved by locals as it had a fairly constant flow of people. We had some pour over coffee, and a couple of sweets that which were both delicious. The coffee wasn’t quite to our taste this time so I think I would have appreciated a bit more forwardness in the staff on the kinds of coffee beans they offer at the counter when we ordered, but they gave good advice when we asked about it upon leaving so I’d be happy to come back and try something else. The decor was very eclectic and cozy, though the sound of grinding coffee beans echoes in the warehouse style space - not necessarily a good place for reading or working but definitely a nice trip out. If you’re a coffee fiend and know your stuff you’ll definitely appreciate this place! It’s also dog and kid friendly.”

“Amazing service and always helpful. The Halfords membership is also amazing for saving money, and the online portal is very easy to navigate, the costs are very clear and easy to arrange bookings.”

“Simply one of the best restaurants in Winchester. A hidden gem. Amazing food. Great staff and great venue. Plenty of seating. Food cooked in open kitchen. Steaks to rival any London steakhouse. Prices are reasonable but what you would exepct in Winchester. Parking at nearby Chesil Street carpark a short 5 minute walk away. Can't recommend this place anymore.. a must try.”

“My son as a nervous swimmer has gained in confidence during his time and really benefitted from the small classes. It was also great for him to be able to start going in without a parent from the age of 3 (with a helper instead).”

“Brilliant service from Antoine when we were buying a bike for Christmas. He was super helpful, quick, efficient, polite, friendly and got the bike turned around in no time at all. Really impressed!”

“They helped me put two sheets of ply on a roof rack, wrapped it and showed me how to secure it properly. Very helpful - great service - thank you”

“Over many years I have been a client of Winchester Bourne and Claire Clements has been my dedicated accounts manager During this time I have truly found them extremely efficient, knowledgeable, helpful and also friendly, all of which are qualities which I look for when dealing with what can sometimes be very complex issues. What’s more and unlike many internet based accountancy firms, Winchester Bourne are always and conveniently at the end of a phone which is reassuring and essential when completing detailed accounts. I would recommend both Claire and Winchester Bourne without question." Shaun Manzi Managing Director SPM Property Development Limited”

“The classes are fantastic. Silvia and Max are friendly, talented, excellent teachers and every class is so much fun. Despite being nervous at first this feeling quickly vanished. Classes have a mix of abilities so there is no need to worry about not having done it before and every one is so friendly and helpful. I always come away having reinforced a skill, learnt something new and having had a really lovely evening with a great group of people. The mixture of focussed lessons and social dancing time to practise is the perfect blend with great music too! These classes have improved my fitness and confidence as well as introduced me to a brilliant group of people and shown me it's never too late to learn something new. A lovely venue with one of the best views of Winchester in the city. It is also helpful to be within a ten minute walk from the station when coming from work.”

“A great pool to swim in. A good length and width for some strokes. Exceptionally clean water with slight amounts of dirt in the corners (it is very normal to see this). The changing rooms and bathrooms were very clean with intuitive lockers and a swimwear drying machine. There were lots of reclining chairs to lounge in (a good distance away from the splash zone). There were lots spa was very clean. An amazing place to go!”

“A great local facility and Leisure Center that we have found so helpful to my husbands pre operation fitness and wellbeing . I’ve just joined the gym to support him too and have many other facilities available to me with the membership. Looking forward to feeling fitter and stronger ready for what we face in the future .”

“After reading some of the reviews I was hesitant to continue with my reservation, After deciding to make up my own mind we arrived for our 1 night spa experience. The location is nice with a well presented building and lots of parking. Our experience started well. We had a massage booked in for 10am and arrived in plenty of time. Reception guided us to the spa reception and we were welcomed with smiles and helpful staff. Things got a little shaky when we were laying down for our massage waiting when we were informed our "therapist" has been involved in a car accident and if we wouldn't mind to rearrange our treatment for later in the day, while disappointed due to us having arrived early specifically for that allocated time slot we were given a new time slot of 5 pm ,this allowed us to enjoy the facilities through the whole day while our room became available (3pm check in ) The spa despite reviews to the contrary was well kept, clean and all facilities were open. While it's not a brand new spa (others clearly want new whever they go) it was sufficient for our needs..I would suggest to the team at the hotel to get more loungers around the pool. ( A jacuzzi would be very welcomed by your guests) We were miss informed about lunch time facilities ( we were told only afternoon tea available, but that was just for the Winchester restaurant on site and not the gallery bar, staff could have informed us that the other bar served light lunches as we ended up in the local garden centre for lunch which was very nice btw. (Hotel lost out on our business for lunch) The afternoon check in was efficient and our room was lovely,Clean and stylish. Bathroom nice and clean with an elegant decor. Unfortunately the bed wasn't to my preference but everybody is different. We got our massage at the new time and was exactly what we needed. The "therapist's" did a great job and exceeded our expectations , well done ( not many can actually deliver a firm massage and get the knots out of my back). The food was lovely (evening meal and breakfast), The staff were friendly and attentive. So thank you to Botley park for a pleasant stay and well needed break.”

“What a lovely place. Not recommended for elderly, pregnant, less-abled though. The walk up does have some steps, but there's a lot of slippery chalk to contend with going up or down the hill. Only been once so maybe there's others ways/paths but we went up 1 way and down another and both slippery in Autumn. Great views at the top. Nice little woods for kids to play hide and seek in. Will definitely visit again.”

“Well staked shelves. Fresh produce was very fresh. Staff very helpful as they helped shopped as I was running late for my hospital appt. The young guy at check out very polite asked if found everything and if we needed help. Super customer service”

“Came for lunch on a week day, wasn't expecting too much but given the car park was nearly full and the pub was quite busy I had better expectations and I wasn't wrong, the team were friendly and helpful. They have a good range of beers and drinks, the wine was of a good standard too. The show stopper was the food, I had venison, my wife the chicken, both dishes were delicious, frankly I could have eaten anything listed on the specials board, we left very happy!”

“Lovely cosy pub. Been here a few times for Sunday lunch and the food is amazing. Very good service. Parking is limited though”

“This is my absolute favorite spot for wild swimming — peaceful, refreshing, and surrounded by nature. There’s also private fishing available and scenic trails just a short walk from the station, making it easily accessible. Parking is available near the station too, which adds to the convenience. A hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts!”

“Such a wonderful experience dining at Asian Food Hall. We were wandering around town looking for somewhere to have a late lunch and all of the chain restaurants on the high street were rammed, so we decided to stray off the beaten track and check this place out. So glad we did! The staff were very friendly and the food and drinks were utterly exquisite. We had the squid and Vietnamese spring rolls to start, both delicious with fresh ingredients. The braised aubergine and tofu was phenomenal with an incredibly rich and mouthwatering sauce. The rare beef pho was similarly great with very tender beef, probably the best I’ve had outside of Vietnam. Couldn’t recommend this place more, we will definitely be coming back!”

“Excellent face to face service. Kitchen area well stocked. Bell tent comfortable and cozy. Dog friendly. Lovely walks in the meadow, on-site bar with a friendly man who was attentive, didn't catch his name. Food was served quickly and tasted great. Will definitely be booming Bell tents again.”

“What a lovely site. The owners are wonderfully pleasant and polite. Perfectly situated to visit so many wonderful locations. Plenty of footpaths allowing one to roam.”

“We went as a family to the annual light display. Every year gets better and better. The visits during the day are just as spectacular and the family annual ticket is the best since sliced toast. Every visit has something new to see. Nothing beats fresh air and exercise.”

“Just had a great visit here. 10 of us including children took our own tents and camped in the main field. A really nice vibe, children playing, adults happy, fairy lights on guy ropes at night and the glow of fire pits after dark made the stay a really good time. You don’t really need to go anywhere else, crazy golf, zip wires, bar, restaurant, shop.”

“Here last night for a team meal and had such a great experience. The service was excellent from start to finish — the staff were so friendly and welcoming, which really made the evening. The atmosphere was relaxed and cosy, perfect for catching up with everyone. Food and drinks came out promptly, and it felt like nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a pub with genuine hospitality and a lovely vibe. We’ll be back!”

“Great atmosphere, the bar staff called Emily and Mal were very friendly and helped me pick the perfect White Wine. Will definitely be returning !”