October half-term family fun
Winchester Cathedral, Winchester · 26 October to 30 October 2026
Image: Winchester CathedralA week of activities for all ages takes place at Winchester Cathedral from 26 to 30 October 2026, running rain or shine. Booking is recommended, and the programme suits families visiting during October half-term.
Highlights
- Activities for all ages across the October half-term week
- Held at Winchester Cathedral, rain or shine
- Booking recommended; see the cathedral's what's on page for details
Getting there
Winchester Cathedral, SO23 9LS
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Nearby
Image: Winchester CathedralKings & Scribes Exhibition
The Kings and Scribes: Birth of a Nation exhibition in the South Transept of Winchester Cathedral traces the cathedral's story from its Anglo-Saxon origins to the present day. It runs from 21 October 2026 to 17 April 2027, with opening hours varying by day, and suits families and visitors interested in history. Entry is included with a valid annual pass, and booking is recommended.
Image: Winchester CathedralTaizé Services
Taizé Services are regular sung services of chant, short Bible readings and silence held in Winchester Cathedral, mainly on the last Sunday of each month at 6.00pm. Each service lasts under an hour and is free. No previous knowledge of Taizé is needed, and the services suit anyone who wants a quiet hour to reflect, whether joining in or listening.
Image: Winchester CathedralFriends in High Places: The Joy of Saints - Faith Talks to Faith Matters! Autumn Talks
A talk in the Faith Talks to Faith Matters autumn series, exploring the joy of saints. It takes place at Winchester Cathedral on Wednesday 28 October at 6.30pm, and suits anyone interested in faith, history or talks in a cathedral setting. Booking is recommended.