Step into Anglo-Saxon Winchester!
The year is 878. The future of the Kingdom of Wessex hangs in the balance. The fate of the people of Winchester depends on the victory – or defeat – of their king, Alfred, as he faces the mighty Viking Guthrum at the Battle of Edington.
In this new, immersive experience, witness the sights and sounds of Anglo-Saxon Winchester and discover the stories of the people who lived there, brought to life with spectacular graphics from Assassin’s Creed Valhalla® and Discovery Tour: Viking Age.
• Discover a seamless experience in two parts: an interactive attraction with stunning video projection and live performance, and an augmented reality app tour of Winchester
• Immerse yourself in early medieval Wessex, recreated in majestic detail in the video game Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
• View real Anglo-Saxon objects, including the exquisite Winchester Reliquary
• Try your hand at Anglo-Saxon games, find hidden runes in our children’s trail and discover interactive exhibits for all the family!
Step into the streets of Winchester to explore Alfred’s legacy with 878 AD: Winchester Revealed, our astonishing augmented and mixed reality app.
• Explore the lost buildings of Anglo-Saxon Winchester
• Defend the city walls with augmented reality archery and create your own virtual shield
• Collect map fragments that reveal Alfred’s lasting legacy for the city
• Complete the app to unlock rare Assassin’s Creed Valhalla in-game content!
Winchester Trio Ticket:
878 AD, City Museum and Westgate Museum
Adult: £15
Child - 5-15 years old: £10.50
Concession - Age 66+ or with a valid student ID: £12.50
Family - Up to five people, maximum two adults: £49
Under 5s: free
Full programme of events
Pay once, visit all year
Save up to 20% on standard admission
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult ticket | £12.50 per ticket |
| Child ticket | £8.50 per ticket |
| Concession ticket | £10.00 per ticket |
| Art Founder Member - Not available online | £6.25 per ticket |
| Group Adult - Not available online | £9.50 per ticket |
| Group Child - Not available online | £6.50 per ticket |
| Up to five people maximum of two adults | £39.50 per ticket |
By car:
Winchester is accessible via major road routes including the M3, A34 and A31.
Parking:
Winchester Park and Ride has multiple parking sites across the city, with a stop just a short walking distance to the venue. Find out more at Winchester City Council’s website. Parking is available in The Brooks Shopping Centre’s car park and at car parks throughout the city. Please note that The Brooks Shopping Centre car park is open until 6:30pm Monday – Saturday and 5:30pm on Sundays.
By train: Winchester is on the South West main line, with regular, direct trains to and from London Waterloo and major cities across the South and Midlands. It is approximately a 15 minute walk from the railway station to The Brooks Shopping Centre. Buses run regularly from the railway station to the city centre. By bus: Winchester is served by bus services from Stagecoach, Bluestar and National Express. The nearest stop to The Brooks Shopping Centre is Siverhill Road, alternatively, the main bus station is a short walk away.
Tourism South East Member 24/25 - Silver 2024| Term-time (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Wednesday | Closed | |
| Thursday - Saturday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 | - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 11:00 | - 17:00 |
| School holidays (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Saturday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 | - 17:00 |
* Please note last entry is at 4pm each day
We are closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and Easter Sunday
Term-time: Saturday 10 - 5, Sunday 11-5
Schools and educational groups by appointment only: Monday - Friday
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