Exhibition of Finds. What has been discovered under our feet and gardens in Hyde, Winchester? (Hyde900)
St Bartholomew's Church, King Alfred Place, Hyde, Winchester, Hampshire, SO237DF
Explore the fascinating history of Hyde through a chronological display of key finds uncovered during Hyde900’s community archaeological digs between 2016 and 2023. These discoveries shed light on the area once occupied by the historic Hyde Abbey — the final resting place of King Alfred the Great.
From a flint scraper blade to a fragment of clay pipe commemorating the Treaty of Paris, the exhibition includes finds from prehistoric times to the modern era.
Experts and representatives from Hyde900 will be on hand to interpret the finds and answer your questions, offering an excellent opportunity to delve deeper into the layers of local history beneath our feet.
Timings
- Saturday 19 September:
- 1000 -1400, 1500-1700
Location & directions
St Bartholomew's Church, King Alfred Place, Hyde, Winchester, Hampshire, SO237DF
- Directions:
- There are a number of ways to find us: 1.) Hop on a King Alfred Vintage Bus (participating in the Heritage Open Day). They operate regular FREE bus trips from Winchester city centre to Hyde (approx 10 minutes) and back. 2.) Nearby Car Parks: Coach Park SO23 7EL, Worthy Lane SO23 7AB, River Park SO23 7DQ, St Peter's SO23 7DD 3.) What3words ///norms.airliners.averages
- Contact on day:
- Francesca Sluman
- Telephone number:
- +447811735871
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 30
- Estimated duration:
- 0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
