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Guildhall Winchester

Up to 550
Modest

About Guildhall Winchester

Looking to host your upcoming event in Winchester? Guildhall Winchester brings a rich history, with its gothic features and elegant design that dates back centuries. The Guildhall’s construction started back in 1870, and has seen several extensions and renovations over the years, although it retains many of its original features. If you’re looking for a striking, unique backdrop for your upcoming event, then the Guildhall brings it in spades.

There are several grand and versatile spaces available for hire, starting with the Bapsy Hall, the largest spot available for hire. The Bapsy Hall can accommodate up to 550 for a standing reception, or 300 for a sit down dinner. WIth a built in stage, and mezzanine-level seating, there’s everything you could need from a charity ball, to a product launch. Elsewhere, the King Charles Hall, is a traditional space, sporting oak panelled walls, a hanging chandelier, and eye-catching oak beams across its ceiling.

The Courtyard adds a rather quirky spot for those looking to put on a showcase or exhibition. Boasting white-brick walls, and polished wood flooring, its multiple archways offers a creative and atmospheric feel for your event, and is flooded with natural daylight. Here, you’ll find space for a standing reception for up to 150, or you can accommodate 130 for a banquet-style dinner.

For more intimate events, there are several conference spaces, lecture halls and meeting rooms to choose from, depending on the size and style of your event. The Wintonian is a glamorous spot that showcases many of the Guildhall’s original features, with ornately designed windows and gentle teal walls.

The Guildhall works with several approved suppliers for those looking to add catering and licensed bar services to their event. Private hire of a function room includes access to the on-site public facilities as well as arrangement for any necessary AV equipment.

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Venue Facilities
Balcony or rooftops
Caterer not restricted
Children welcome
Dance floor
Disability access
Exclusive Hire
Garden or courtyard
Late license
Screening room
Video conferencing
Wifi available

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Delegates/Guests
Up to 550
Venue Hire Cost
Modest
Venue Type
Bar, Hall
Venue Style
Blank canvas, Corporate, Creative, Historic, Light and Bright, On trend, Traditional

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Guildhall Winchester Events

£29.40Adele - The Candlelight Concert
Event
Adele - The Candlelight Concert

05 Sep 2025

Adele - The Candlelight Concert
Experience the magic of Adele’s music like never before with Adele - The Candlelight Concert, an immersive candlelit tribute concert brought to you by Xperience Live.
Join us for an unforgettable evening in a stunning & illuminated setting by candlelight that beautifully enhances the timeless music of Adele. Talented tribute artist Natalie Black will perform Adele's greatest hits, delivering the emotion, soul and captivating presence of her iconic sound.
This concert promises an intimate, atmospheric ambiance that brings you closer to the music, with candles casting a warm glow. From Set Fire to the Rain & Make You Feel my Love to Someone Like You & I Drink Wine the amazing live band and vocalist will capture Adele’s powerful ballads and heartfelt lyrics, taking you on an emotional journey.
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£27.75Enchanted - The Ultimate Princess Concert
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Enchanted - The Ultimate Princess Concert

06 Sep 2025

Enchanted: The Ultimate Princess Concert
Step into a magical world of music, wonder and storytelling as our amazing princesses take to the stage in a spectacular live performance hosted by our very own charming Prince. Enchanted: The Ultimate Princess Concert brings our characters to life, featuring timeless songs from the most cherished films. 
This spellbinding show is perfect for families & children so prepare to sing along, be captivated by stunning performances and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Whether you're young or simply young at heart, Enchanted: The Ultimate Princess Concert promises an experience that will leave you truly enchanted. 
All ages are welcome! Children aged 2 and up will enjoy the show, while those 5 and older are sure to love it.

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£29.40Whitney - The Candlelight Concert
Event
Whitney - The Candlelight Concert

08 Nov 2025

Experience the Magic of Whitney - The Candlelight Concert
Prepare for an electrifying night as Xperience Live presents - Whitney - The Candlelight Concert - bringing you the unforgettable music of Whitney Houston in a tribute like no other! This breathtaking show will feature a world-class live band with one of the UKs leading Whitney Houston tribute artists, delivering Whitney’s greatest hits with an amazing passion and energy.
In the glow of hundreds of candles, feel the thrill of Whitney's iconic songs, including "I Wanna Dance with Somebody," "One Moment in Time," "I'm Every Woman," and "I Will Always Love You," performed with the dynamic presence of a live band. From soaring ballads to dance-floor anthems, every note will immerse you in the power and emotion of her legendary catalogue of hits.
This is more than a concert - it’s an experience that captures the heart and soul of Whitney Houston. Secure your tickets now, and don’t miss this incredible show!

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£17.50Summer in Nashville Country Roadshow
Event
Summer in Nashville Country Roadshow

15 Nov 2025

Time to don the Cowboy boots and Stetson as Nashville arrives in Winchester for a huge country music party!
With a full line up of incredible live acts and the world famous Cotton Eye Disco!
You can expect to find
-The best new & Undiscovered country acts
-Incredible tributes of iconic country music Legends
-Line Dancing
-Prizes for best country outfits!
-100 Free cowboy hats
+ Much More!

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£29.40Christmas - The Candlelight Concert
Christmas events
Christmas - The Candlelight Concert

28 Nov 2025

Experience the Enchantment of ‘Christmas - The Candlelight Concert’ in an Unforgettable Festive Musical Celebration presented by Xperience Live
Prepare to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit as our incredible singers and live band deliver a fresh take on your favourite classic Christmas songs, all performed live.
As the familiar melody of 'It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas' fills the air, join us for a magical evening illuminated by Candlelight.
Our performance will feature timeless sing-along favourites, including 'White Christmas,' 'Santa Baby,' 'Winter Wonderland,' and many more...
This heart-warming concert promises to be the perfect way to embrace a 'Holly Jolly Christmas' with your entire family. Don't miss out on this unforgettable festive experience!

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£11.00The Gin to my Tonic
Event
The Gin to my Tonic

06 Dec 2025

Take a ‘spirited’ adventure with the UK’s Best Craft Gin, Rum & Vodka Festival – includes Lemonade. The Gin to My Tonic are uniting hundreds of different craft gins and spirits under one roof to create what can only be described as one epic celebration!
Our aim is simple – to celebrate and raise awareness of fabulous craft gins, spirits and distillers, introduce you to new gins, rums and vodkas you may not have discovered before, and let you enjoy tasting samples as part of your tickets from an array on onsite craft distillers all excited to meet with you. Sampling is all part of the fun, and we are proud to be regarded as the ‘festival of choice’ for the craft gin industry. It means we will always have the very best producers ready and waiting to sample with you, which in turn will always ensure you leave suitably inspired and more knowledgeable than before.
Beyond our sampling room, we have extensively stocked bars with hundreds of different craft gins and spirits to tantalise you with. Whilst gin is proudly showcased on our menus, we now offer so much more than just gin with rum, vodka, tequila, cocktails, prosecco and even beer now on offer! The festival is enriched further by fabulous LIVE music and entertainment guaranteed to lift your spirits.
So, what are you waiting for… whether you are a budding enthusiast or seasoned connoisseur, you are guaranteed the perfect craft gin and spirit filled day out with The Gin To My Tonic!
GENERAL ADMISSION EARLY BIRD TICKET £11.00 (USUALLY £12.50) PER PERSON, INCLUDES:
Explorer Guide
New-Look Glass & Tote Bag
Stainless-Steel Straw & Stainless-Steel Sampling Cup
Extensively Stocked Spirit Bars with 35ml Measures (as opposed to the standard 25ml)
NEW! Prosecco & Beer
NEW! Cocktails
Exclusive Gin & Rum Releases
Free Sampling From Onsite Craft Distillers
Access to Hot & Cold Food
Live Entertainment
EXPRESS (VIP) EARLY BIRD TICKET £25.00 PER PERSON (USUALLY £30.00) PER PERSON, INCLUDES:
Doors Open 15 Minutes Early (Priority Access To Seating & Sampling)
Fast-Track
Free Welcome Drink
Free Cloak Room
Branded Pen & Special VIP Tasting Card
VIP Badge (Entitles You To Extra Onsite Special Offers)
SESSION TIMES:
Saturday 6th December 2025; 12.00pm – 4.00pm
Saturday 6th December 2025; 6.00pm – 10.00pm
Your ticket provides you with guaranteed entry to the session of your choosing, along with all the fantastic goodies detailed within your ticket. We are proud to say that stainless steel sampling cups are a new addition to all tickets, giving you a fabulous keepsake that empowers you to be more sustainable when sampling with our onsite craft distillers.
The bar itself will operate on a token system for a 35ml measure of gin, garnish and appropriate mixer. Tokens are sold in blocks of four, however you can request a small amount or split and share these between your group. Cash and card payments are accepted.
Terms and Conditions Apply. Strictly Over 18’s Only. Should you have any questions then please do not hesitate to contact The Gin To My Tonic at enquiries@thegintomytonic.com who will be delighted to assist you.

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Guildhall Winchester Rooms

Bapsy Hall

Bapsy Hall

550
Standing
300
Banquet
535
Theatre

Unavailable until July 2025 An elegant Victorian hall retaining many of its period features. One of the largest event spaces in Hampshire, affording natural daylight and a purpose built stage, with attached green room suitable for any performance. The Bapsy boasts flexible floor space for a range of seating and tables as well as an upper balcony with fixed seating. A truly magnificent venue for any event.

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King Charles Hall

King Charles Hall

150
Standing
80
Banquet
150
Theatre

Named after the stunning portraits of King Charles I and II which adorn the walls of this truly magical hall. From the hammer beamed ceiling to the oak panelled walls, this hall has a broad spectrum of uses, from an enchanting wedding venue to a large second room in order to accommodate large scale gigs across the entire first floor. The Keats Room is an adjoining space to the King Charles Hall, via partition wall giving extra space to break-out or Catering.

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The Wintonian

The Wintonian

120
Standing
70
Banquet
40
Theatre

Beautiful arched windows, original to the period of the building, provide wonderful natural daylight to this room. A polished wooden floor, subtle décor and contemporary styling make it ideal for drinks receptions and private dining. Flexibility by dividing the room using a removable partition wall.

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King Alfred Conference Chamber

King Alfred Conference Chamber

160
Theatre

A purpose built lecture hall with built in audio visual equipment, tiered seating and raised stage. The chamber is perfect for presentations, lectures, product launches or performances. This superb location is entered on two levels with the main entrance adorned by a display of items from the City Museum’s collection.

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The Courtyard

The Courtyard

150
Standing
130
Banquet
30
Theatre

Our atmospheric Courtyard room boasts original Victorian brick archways and reputably once housed the police holding cells for the district. The Courtyard has a built in bar and makes an intimate space ideal for parties, workshops, creative fairs or wedding receptions.

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Walton Suite

Walton Suite

120
Standing
80
Banquet
100
Theatre

This bright, modern room at the top of the building is a very popular choice for meetings, weddings and parties. The roof terrace provides a breath of fresh air and superb views over St Giles Hill and the rooftops of Winchester. The Walton Suite also has it’s own private lobby and bar, making it the perfect space for your private event.

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Mayor

Mayor's Parlour

30
Standing
20
Banquet
25
Theatre

An elegant room, adorned with many of the Mayors of Winchester from the past 100 years and filled with natural daylight.

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The Eversley

The Eversley

20
Meeting
20
Banquet
30
Theatre

This room combines the best of contemporary and historic with its modern cool simple interior and classic arch shaped windows.

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The Wykeham

The Wykeham

20
Meeting
20
Banquet
40
Theatre

Arched windows on three sides make it light and airy, with views over the trees of Abbey Gardens to St Giles Hill.

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Location

The Broadway, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH

01962 840 820

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Testimonials For Guildhall Winchester

The Gin to My TonicMARCH, 2025

The Guild Hall are really great communicators and will work with the client to resolve unforeseen issues to the best of their ability. They are always on hand to answer a query or find solutions to problems you need a quick fix for.

The Gin to My Tonic Event

WHAT A PLEASURABLE WEEKSEPTEMBER, 2024

"Just a quick note to say thank you so very much for last week. You were exceptional at looking after us and totally meeting our needs. What a pleasurable week helped by your super communicative efficiency."

Helen Evans Wine Training

ANOTHER FANTASTIC NIGHTAUGUST, 2024

Just a quick note to say thank you to you both and your team for an amazing night of disco on Saturday…   My team said everyone was great to deal with so please pass on my thanks to everyone   Another fantastic night

Disco For GrownUps


FAQs

What kind of events can the Guildhall be hired for?

We offer a range of rooms to suit different events; Conferences, Parties, Weddings, Exhibitions, Networking Events and many more.

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How do I hire one of the Guildhall rooms?

The Guildhall is pleased to offer a wide range of rooms available for Private-Hire, catering for meetings through to multi-room conferences, exhibitions and large-scale festivals. The Guildhall offers a venue and services hire which means. Room hire and any services you may require as part of your booking are arranged by us using our approved suppliers. Furniture is available as part of the hire and can set-up by the Venue. It must be planned by the hirer and room layout plans provided. Access to the venue, not just the room must be considered by you to ensure safe entry for your guests/attendees. Room and services hire offers a different level of client management, and The Guildhall does not operate a Sales & Marketing team. As there is not an Events Management Service at present, we will be keen to understand who will be ‘leading’ on your meeting or event in order to ensure it is a success. Sadly, the Guildhall is not able to event-manage your booking with us.

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Is any furniture included when hiring a room?

Some smaller rooms have ‘meeting style’ furniture included. Our larger spaces will depend on your enquiry. 

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Are any audio visual equipment included with the room hire?

Some smaller meeting room have equipment as standard, however most services are supplied by our approved AV company. Please ensure you include information in your enquiry form.

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Do the hire prices differ on weekends?

Our hire rates are the same all days of the week, and all times of the year, but minimum room hire timings do apply.

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Is the venue accessible?

We have lift access available up to all floors. The majority of our rooms have disabled access, apart from the Mayor’s Parlour, Wykeham Room, Kingsgate Room and The Green room (at the back of the Bapsy Hall).  There is access onto our Bapsy stage via a stair-lift at the rear of the stage, but not the front (front of house).

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Is Wi-Fi access available to guests?

Guildhall offers standard Wi-Fi throughout the venue. Please contact the team to ensure your service demands can be met.

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Are there hotels within walking distance?

We are based in the centre at the bottom of the high street, and many hotels are located within walking distance or a short taxi ride away. More information can be found through the Tourist Information Centre located on the ground floor of the Guildhall.

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Is there public transport close to the venue?

The Bus Station is located opposite the Guildhall, and the train station is a 15 minute walk away. There is a taxi rank located outside of the Guildhall.

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Can I bring my dog inside of the venue?

Only Guide Dogs are allowed within the venue.

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Can children attend events?

With regards to private hire events, children may attend, although they must be supervised by an adult at all times. As a hirer, there is guidance to adult to child ratio in our Terms & Conditions.

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Is there a cash point on site/can I pay by card?

Our recommended suppliers only operate cashless outlets, so you will need a card or contactless payment for licensed bars. Some events may take cash so it is best to check with the events organiser first. Unfortunately we don’t have a cash point on site, but there are many located up the high street.

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Will other events be held on the same day as mine?

Other events can be held on the same day, unless you hire the venue exclusively. Please speak to a member of our  team, if you wish to exclusively hire the venue.

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What is your payment and cancellation policy?

First, the initial deposit invoice of £500 + VAT to secure your booking – please settle this within 14 days. Six months before your event we will send you another invoice for 50% of the remaining known costs - please settle this within 14 days. Six weeks before your event we will send a further invoice for the remaining known costs - please settle this within 14 days. Failure to settle all invoices within 4 weeks prior to the event could lead to cancellation. A post event invoice will be sent should any costs be incurred during the event (including any damages) - please settle this within 14 days.

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Do you have any outdoor space?

Our Courtyard room has outdoor space included in the hire subject to your events risk assessment. Abbey Gardens, or the Cathedral Grounds are located nearby, should you wish for outdoor photographs.

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Do you supply catering or bar services?

As a dry-hire venue, we do not supply any catering or bar services. Please get in touch to receive a list of our recommended suppliers. You are more than welcome to use your own suppliers, but we insist on having the relevant documentation for them (e.g. PLI certification).

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What documents are required to hire out a space at the Guildhall?

We require you to complete a Risk Assessment for your event, which we can supply you a template for. We also require you to have PLI certification. This is something that you can supply yourself, or we can supply for you at an added cost.

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Is there parking at the Guildhall Winchester?

We can usually offer hirers up to 6 parking spaces, depending on what else is happening on the day of your event. Please note that this is not always a guarantee, and it is best to check with the team first.

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Is hired Security a requirement at the Guildhall?

We do require some events to have hired security during their hire, something we judge on a case-by-case basis. This is something that we, as the venue, hire, and later invoice the client for. Please check with the team if your event requires security

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