Timeline
09:30
Eat a light lunch at The Refectory. This volunteer-run restaurant is located in the walled garden opposite the cathedral's west front, offering homely English dishes at reasonable prices. Arriving at opening helps you secure a seat before the midday rush.
10:15
Walk through Abbey Gardens. These formal gardens lie off the Broadway between King Alfred's statue and the rear of Winchester Cathedral. The Itchen flows through the grounds, and there is a children's play area if you wish to linger. The walk from The Refectory takes about seven minutes.
11:00
End your visit with a drink at The Black Boy. Tucked away on Wharf Hill off Chesil Street, this traditional back-street pub is faithful to its origins. It is a short six-minute walk from Abbey Gardens.
Local tip
The Refectory is open from 9:30 AM in March through October, and 9:30 AM in November through February. The Black Boy is open from 11:00 AM on Mondays to Saturdays and from 12:00 PM on Sundays.
Check before you go
- The Refectory hours are Mar-Oct 9:30AM-5PM and Nov-Feb 9:30AM-4:30PM.
- The Black Boy is open Mo-Sa 11:00-23:00 and Su 12:00-22:30.
Worth knowing
- The Black Boy is open at 11:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
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