Beast Hunters Wanted!
WHODs Information Hub, Lower Level,, The Brooks, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8QY
Set off on a medieval adventure through the heart of Winchester with a free family-friendly Beast Quest, brought to you by Hampshire History Trust.
Explore the historic city centre as you search for nine medieval beasts hidden along Winchester High Street and beyond. Along the way, you'll discover the fascinating symbolism and history behind these creatures using the accompanying activity sheet.
Once you've tracked down every beast, young explorers can get creative by designing their very own mythical beast inspired by the trail.
As well as enjoying a fun day out together, participants can enter a prize draw to win a Piecaramba! Family Meal Voucher, with three runners-up receiving a Winchester Monopoly game, kindly donated by Waterstones.
Perfect for families, children and anyone with a sense of adventure, this self-guided trail offers a fun way to explore Winchester's High Street during Heritage Open Days. Simply pick up your trail sheet from the Winchester HODs Information Hub in The Brooks on the 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th September (or download and print it out from winchesterheritageopendays.org), complete the hunt at your own pace and uncover the beasts!
Timings
- Friday 11 September:
- Anytime
- Saturday 12 September:
- Anytime
- Sunday 13 September:
- Anytime
- Monday 14 September:
- Anytime
- Tuesday 15 September:
- Anytime
- Wednesday 16 September:
- Anytime
- Thursday 17 September:
- Anytime
- Friday 18 September:
- Anytime
- Saturday 19 September:
- Anytime
- Sunday 20 September:
- Anytime
Location & directions
WHODs Information Hub, Lower Level,, The Brooks, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8QY
- Directions:
- Pick up your printed trail guide at the Winchester Heritage Open Days Information Hub on either weekend of the festival, or download and print at home from winchesterheritageopendays.org
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
This is a self-guided trail across Winchester City Centre. Please take every care when crossing roads. Suitable for prams/wheelchairs, but some paths can be uneven. Toilets are located in The Brooks Shopping Centre, Abbey Gardens (baby changing), Market Lane (baby changing) and The ARC.
