The Great Hall with Westgate Museum
Winchester, Winchester
The Great Hall is one of the finest surviving medieval halls in England and the last part of Winchester Castle standing. Its hammer-beam roof and the Round Table, linked to the King Arthur legend, are the main draws, with the Westgate Museum next door.
Highlights
- Round Table linked to the King Arthur legend
- Medieval hammer-beam roof and stained glass
- Westgate Museum, the castle's main defence
- Café and gift shop
Good to know
- The Great Hall is a cashless venue
- Only guide dogs are allowed
- Last admission is 30 minutes before closing
Getting there
The Great Hall with Westgate Museum, The Castle, Winchester, SO23 8UDParking: No car park at the Great Hall. Use the city centre public car parks.
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What's on at The Great Hall with Westgate Museum
Santa's Grotto at the Great Hall
Santa and his elves set up in the medieval Great Hall, home of the Round Table, for a short family visit with a gift for every child. The ticket also covers elf-led crafts, letter writing and entry to the Great Hall and Westgate Museum.
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