Nestled within the historic military quarter of Peninsula Barracks in Winchester, The Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum stands as a proud guardian of one of Britain’s most storied county regiments. Housed …
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Peninsula Barracks, Winchester: A Hub of Military History
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinNestled at the top of Winchester’s historic High Street, overlooking the charming streets and the grandeur of Winchester Cathedral, stands Peninsula Barracks, one of the most iconic military sites in …
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Introduction Nestled within the historic military precinct of Peninsula Barracks in Winchester, Hampshire, the Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum stands as a compelling testament to a unique lineage of British …
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Introduction The Adjutant General’s Corps (AGC) Museum in Winchester offers a fascinating and often under‑appreciated side of military history: the support services behind the fighting soldier. Rather than focusing purely …
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Tucked away in the historic military precinct of Peninsula Barracks in Winchester lies the HorsePower Museum — the regimental museum of The King’s Royal Hussars (KRH). This museum is housed …
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The Gurkha Museum – Honouring a Legacy of Courage and Brotherhood
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinTucked away within the historic precincts of Peninsula Barracks in Winchester stands one of Britain’s most remarkable and deeply moving military museums — The Gurkha Museum. It tells the extraordinary …
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The South Downs Way – England’s Ancient Trail of Hills, History, and Horizons
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinStretching for over 100 miles from the historic city of Winchester in Hampshire to the white cliffs of Eastbourne in East Sussex, the South Downs Way is one of England’s …
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St Catherine’s Hill – Winchester’s Ancient Landmark of Nature, History, and Legend
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinRising gracefully above the city of Winchester, St Catherine’s Hill is one of Hampshire’s most evocative landmarks — a place where history, legend, and natural beauty come together in perfect …
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Tucked away behind Winchester Cathedral, overlooking the tranquil waters of the River Itchen, lies the hauntingly beautiful ruin of Wolvesey Castle—a site steeped in power, politics, and centuries of English …
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Introduction Nestled within the historic military quarter of Peninsula Barracks in Winchester, the Rifleman’s Museum offers a compelling journey through over 280 years of military history—focusing on the unique tradition …
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Winchester City Mill: A Living Piece of England’s Industrial and Cultural Heritage
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinIn the heart of historic Winchester, nestled beside the clear waters of the River Itchen, stands one of England’s oldest working watermills — Winchester City Mill. Charming, picturesque, and steeped …
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Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium: Exploring the Wonders of Science and the Universe
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinTucked into the beautiful South Downs National Park, just a few miles from the historic heart of Winchester, lies one of the most exciting and inspiring family destinations in southern …
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