The Medieval Jewish Winchester trail is the result of a collaborative project between School of Humanities researchers and the city council to rediscover Winchester's rich medieval Jewish history and heritage.

Find out more about the guided walk on 3 August.

Find out more out the Medieval Jewish Winchester project and trail. Here you will also find a downloadable self-guided walk and a richly illustrated and detailed information brochure.

The University of Winchester is delighted to be partner and host for a Youth Forum on Climate Resilience, Mental Health and Sustainable Futures. This 3-day event is designed to address critical global challenges through the lenses of harmony, climate resilience, mental health and sustainable development.

A collaboration between the Coalition for Training Research and Development, Youth’s UNESCO Club Nepal and Youth’s Club USA,it will serve as a platform for global leaders, young professionals, academics, activists and policymakers to exchange ideas, share best practices, and build strategies for achieving long-term global sustainability and harmony. Through an inclusive and participatory approach, the event will enable diverse perspectives and experiences to contribute to innovative solutions that drive positive change.

The event will take place at the University's West Downs Quarter. Take the virtual tour of our beautiful campus.

Event Themes

• Global Harmony and Cooperation
• Disaster and Climate Change Resilience
• Mental Health in a Changing World
• Sustainable Futures: Innovation and Implementation

Benefits to delegates

🌍 Global Exposure & Networking

🧠 Capacity Building

📜 Recognition & Certification

🤝 Collaborative Opportunities

Who can participate

• Youth Leaders and Activists
• Students
• Mental Health Professionals
• Organisation representatives working in mental health
• All nationalities

Applicants must:

• Demonstrate interest, experience or involvement in one or more of the forum’s thematic areas.
• Be 18 years or above during the application period.
• Be proficient in English (spoken and written), as the forum will be conducted in English.
• Hold a valid passport and be able to apply for a UK visa if selected (supporting documents such an invitation letter will be provided by organisers).
• Complete the registration form and submit the participation fee (see below).

Registration process

1. Fill out the Registration Form.

2. Pay the Registration Fee via our online store

For international participants: £350, which includes 3 nights of single occupancy accommodation, daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.

For UK Nationals: £60 per day, which includes daily breakfast and lunch.

3. Receive Confirmation

After completing the form and payment, please wait to receive your official invitation letter via email.

Please note, places are limited and a visa may be required so early registration is advised.

Enquiries

University of Winchester contact:

Dr Annabelle Boulay, Senior Lecturer in Human Geography - meet Annabelle

We are deeply embedded in the fabric of our community and we have a wealth of knowledge about the local and regional history and archaeology as well as the arts and culture sector. Our academics are working with numerous local and regional organisations, and they feature prominently in local annual festivals such as Winchester Heritage Open Days.

Winchester Heritage Open Days 2025 returns for its 10th year this September with a vibrant programme of events celebrating the rich architectural and cultural heritage of Winchester and the wider Hampshire region

Join our University experts for these engaging events:

13 Sept: A Walking Tour of Medieval Winchester, with Dr Cindy Wood

10.00 - 14.00, from The Westgate, Upper High Street, Winchester SO23 9AP

Join Dr Cindy Wood on a fascinating tour to explore medieval Winchester. If walls could talk, how much could they tell us about the people who lived in these properties and how they or their purpose has changed over time? Dr Wood points out a few hidden gems that you may not have noticed before and helps you to explore the hidden nature of a medieval urban environment.

Back by popular demand - Dr Wood has held similar walking tours for previous HODs festivals which have all sold out. Bookings open on 8 August.

BOOK HERE

20/21 Sept: Guided tour of historic West Hill Cemetery, with Dr Christina Welch

Saturday 20 September at 11:00 and Sunday 21 September at 14:00. West Hill Lodge, Saint James' Lane, Winchester SO22 4NY

West Hill Cemetery was established in 1840 and taken over by Winchester City Council in the 1950s. Dr Christina Welch has carried out extensive research on the history of the site (find out more about the project) and will tell the stories some of the fascinating people buried in it, from paupers to pugilists.

The site is now closed for burials and instead sensitively managed as a space where chalk downland meadow is allowed to flourish each summer as a valuable habitat for insects as well as reptiles such as slow worms. The path winding through it provides a scenic access route to the adjacent University.

Back by popular demand - Dr Welch has held similar guided tours for previous HODs festivals which have all sold out. Bookings open on 8 August.

BOOK HERE

Find out what we did for Winchester Heritage Open Days 2024.

TEDx is a programme of local, self-organised events that bring people together to spark deep discussion and real connection. The University has been the home of TEDxWinchester since 2020 and together we are going from strength to strength.

TEDxWinchester 2025 took place on 6 June and among the many inspirational speakers was University of Winchester criminologist Natasha Harding, Head of the Department of Policing, Criminology and Forensics. Meet Natasha.

Find out more about TEDxWinchester.

The Modern History Research Centre is the platform for our modern historians and all those across the University and in the community with an interest in the recent past. The centre runs a dynamic series of regular talks and seminars.

Find out more about the Modern History Research Centre and explore forthcoming events.

Winchester Action on the Climate Crisis is a community climate and sustainability action group, based at and supported by the University. They run an active annual programme of events, from regular meet-ups to themed talks and workshops.

Find out more about Winchester Action on the Climate Crisis.