Press Centre

Welcome to our Press Centre – the home of our latest news releases, research blogs and announcements. Journalists looking for expert comment or opinion on a story can search our online ‘Find an expert’ database. Call us on + 44 (0) 1962 827678 or email us at press@winchester.ac.uk

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Press Release11/08/2023

Chinese students enjoy visit to Winchester campus

A party of Chinese students visited the University of Winchester – the first to make the trip since Covid. Read more

John's amazing kite art ready for take-off at West Downs Gallery

John Browning, former chemist and inventor, turns kites into art and will be showcasing his amazing creations in new free exhibition at the University of Winchester’s West Downs Gallery. Read more

Angus Scott in a World Cup stadium

Press Release15/08/2023

Journalism lecturer presents football podcast with top transfer pundit

A University of Winchester journalism lecturer has teamed up with the world's top transfer expert on a new football podcast. Read more

Press Release17/08/2023

Sculptor Amy unveils her tribute to Mick Jagger and Keith Richards

One of the University of Winchester’s artists in residence Amy Goodman has turned two rock legends into bronze in their hometown. Read more

Press Release18/08/2023

Tommy goes to Hollywood with his own brand of superhero

Actor Tommy Jessop, who was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Winchester in 2020, is back on our TV screens next week in a documentary following his attempts to persuade Hollywood moguls to back his film about a superhero with Down Syndrome. Read more

Archaeological dig

Press Release21/08/2023

Military veterans look to the future through study of the past thanks to MoD archaeology partnership

The University of Winchester has formed a new partnership with the MoD’s Personnel Recovery Centre at Tedworth House, Wiltshire to extend the offer of free archaeology courses to services veterans. Read more

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Press Release21/08/2023

Academics share stories of city's past at Heritage Open Days 2023

Famous, infamous and almost-forgotten figures from history feature as the subjects of walks, talks and workshops by academics from the University of Winchester as part of September’s Heritage Open Days. Read more

two students suited up looking at a mock crime scene

Press Release22/08/2023

Take part in university murder mystery as part of cathedral's justice week

Are you a potential Poirot or a clueless Clouseau? Read more

wom,an stood in front of crown to couture poster

Press Release24/08/2023

Doctoral partnership puts Holly at the heart of two huge museum events

A University of Winchester PhD student has taken part in two major museum events thanks to a partnership with the Historic Royal Palaces and the National Portrait Gallery. Read more

musical theatre student performing on stage in bright colours

Press Release25/08/2023

Musical Theatre graduate Toby takes to the professional stage

A Musical Theatre graduate has made his professional debut within weeks of completing his studies at the University of Winchester. Read more

Press Release30/08/2023

BBC true crime series highlights Amoret's forensic role in proving manslaughter charge

A University of Winchester academic’s role in investigating an appalling case of gross negligence manslaughter is highlighted in a new BBC true crime series. Read more

woman riding bike

Press Release31/08/2023

Shireen starts new lifestyle course to help combat cancer

The University of Winchester is to start a ‘Lifestyle Medicine’ course aimed at sharing evidence-based practices for preventing cancer and living well after cancer diagnosis. Read more

three 19th century womens portraits

Press Release04/09/2023

Series of articles to celebrate the Women of Winchester who made city a centre for social reform

Winchester in the late 19th century was hot spot for ‘caring power’ thanks to a group of philanthropic Anglican lady activists. Read more

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Press Release21/09/2023

University events take a new look at fashion

The University of Winchester is not only sponsoring this year’s Winchester Fashion Week (16-21 October) it is staging some events which will rip up the clothing industry’s established pattern book. Read more

man looking up at the sky in black and white

Press Release25/09/2023

University's special day of events spreads the word about poetry

The University of Winchester is spreading the word about poetry. Read more

Long haired rock singers on stage

Blog16/01/2024

Music can ease the January blues – but the types of songs that work depend on your age and mindset

Glenn Fosbraey, Associate Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences, explains how age can dictate your choice of mood music... Read more

Press Release18/08/2023

Winchester catering boss Dave wins top award from his colleagues in university food sector

The University of Winchester Catering Operations Manager has received an Outstanding Achievement award from his peers. Read more

Press Release01/10/2024

Starting university is the latest adventure in 75-year-old Bob's amazing life

After a packed life in which he’s been a policeman, lorry driver and raunchy crime novelist, 75-year-old Bob Lakin has now become one of the University of Winchester’s oldest undergraduates. Read more

Statement09/07/2026

Winchester academics share expert knowledge about claims surrounding King Alfred's final resting place

Work undertaken by archaeologists at the University of Winchester more than a decade ago showed that finding the resting place of King Alfred is complex. Read more

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Press Release13/03/2026

Creative Writing student Gabriel creates a dystopian future for his first novel

A University of Winchester Creative Writing student has published a novel set in a dystopian future. Gabriel Webster’s ‘Devotion’ is a coming-of-age story whose central character Hector goes from innocent seven-year-old to vengeful vigilante. Read more