City of Winchester, Administrative district in Hampshire, England
The Winchester district extends across rural areas and encompasses the main settlement along with surrounding towns including New Alresford and Whiteley.
The district originated from an ancient borough that held city status since Roman times, when it was known as Venta Belgarum and served as England's capital.
Winchester Cathedral, constructed in 1079, stands as the longest Gothic cathedral in Europe and contains the final resting places of numerous Anglo-Saxon kings.
The Winchester City Council operates from the Guildhall on High Street, managing district services for a population of approximately 130,268 residents.
The Hospital of St Cross, established in the 1130s, maintains the tradition of providing bread and ale to visitors through the wayfarer's dole.
Location: Hampshire
Capital city: Winchester
Operator: Winchester City Council
Shares border with: Eastleigh, Fareham
Address: Winchester SO21, UK SO21 Winchester
Website: https://winchester.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.06200,-1.31700
Latest update: July 7, 2025 08:07
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