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FRIDAY 13 FEBRUARY 2026

Matt Mitchell Friday 13 February 2026
Venue:  O'Neill's     map Categories   Live music
Address:   90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP
Telephone:  01962 844001
Event:  Matt Mitchell - 10pm
Venue's website:  oneills-winchester.designmynight.com
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/oneillswinch

The Power of Love Friday 13 February 2026
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map Categories   Live music  •  Concert
Address:   Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275 (box office)
Event:  The Power of Love - 7.30pm - FUNDRAISING CONCERT SUNG BY THE LAY CLERKS OF WINCHESTER CATHEDRAL.
Venue's website:  winchester-cathedral.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/winchestercathedral
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BRAVE RIVAL Friday 13 February 2026
Venue:  The Arc     map Categories   Live music
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  BRAVE RIVAL - 7.30pm - Brave Rival are a rock band on a mission. No gimmicks, no frills—just raw, high-energy, riff-driven rock that demands to be heard. Since forming in 2019, the Portsmouth-based quartet—vocalist Lindsey Bonnick, guitarist Ed ‘the Shred’ Clarke, bassist Billy Dedman, and drummer Donna Peters—have built a reputation as one of the UK’s most electrifying live acts. Their debut album Life’s Machine (2022) put them on the map, catching the attention of critics, fans, and even Joe Bonamassa, who called them one of his “favourite discoveries.”
Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch
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Wickedly Ariana Friday 13 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Live music  •  Tribute
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Wickedly Ariana - 6pm - A spectacular theatre production starring and produced by Hariana, the UK's leading Ariana Grande tribute. Expect a high energy show with stunning choreography, incredible costumes, our live band and dancers plus added surprises along the way! Audience participation, singing, dancing and dressing-up all encouraged.
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Scott Lavene + Florrie Ransom Friday 13 February 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Scott Lavene + Florrie Ransom - 8pm doors - Scott Lavene is as English as pork pies and pasties, dunked biscuits in Yorkshire tea. Last year’s album Disneyland in Dagenham was full of Essex, East End poetry, and classic English post punk.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website:  railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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Dakka Skanks + Interesting Wallpaper + The Restless Coast Friday 13 February 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Dakka Skanks + Interesting Wallpaper + The Restless Coast - 8pm doors - Dakka Skanks are a band seriously committed to bringing hard Reggae, Ska, Dub and Punk rhythms together in a fresh style.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website:  railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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The Vernon Principle Friday 13 February 2026
Venue:  Horse & Groom     map Categories   Live music
Address:   2 Broad Street, Alresford, Winchester, SO24 9AQ
Telephone:  01962 734809
Event:  The Vernon Principle - 9pm - The Vernon Principle on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thevernonprinciple. 80s covers band The Vernon Principle cover 'guilty pleasures' 80s songs.
Venue's website:  horse-and-groom-alresford.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/Horseandgroomalresford

Andover Comedy Club - Milton Jones Friday 13 February 2026
Venue:  The Lights     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Andover Comedy Club - Milton Jones - 8pm - After our first Andover Comedy Club show sold out in record time, we’re back with another massive night of stand-up, and another huge name in comedy! Headlining this unmissable show is the one and only Milton Jones – star of Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. Known for his brilliantly clever one-liners, trademark wild hair, and surreal wordplay, Milton is one of the most recognisable and best-loved comedians in the UK. With a fantastic supporting line-up of top circuit comics and a packed crowd expected once again, this promises to be another unforgettable night of laughter at The Lights, Andover. Tickets are expected to sell fast, book early to avoid missing out!
Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover
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SATURDAY 14 FEBRUARY 2026

Sun Love: London Community Gospel Choir Saturday 14 February 2026
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map Categories   Live music  •  Choir
Address:   Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275 (box office)
Event:  Sun Love: London Community Gospel Choir - 8pm - Make this Valentine's Day one to remember. Listen to the spinetingling sounds of the world-renowned London Gospel Choir as you marvel at the stunning 'Helios' art installation.
Venue's website:  winchester-cathedral.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/winchestercathedral
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THE LODGER + LIVE SCORE BY MINIMA Saturday 14 February 2026
Venue:  The Nutshell     map Categories   Live music  •  Film
Address:   15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone:  01962 808533
Event:  THE LODGER + LIVE SCORE BY MINIMA - 7.30pm - London is being terrorised by a Jack the Ripper-style murderer, 'The Avenger', who targets young blonde-haired women. A mysterious new lodger arrives at the home of Mr and Mrs Bunting, whose daughter Daisy is being courted by a policeman on the case. When the lodger begins behaving strangely, he attracts suspicion, particularly when he shows an interest in Daisy... This screening of the original 1927 Alfred Hitchcock film will feature a new music score performed live by acclaimed soundscapers Minima, a Bristol based quartet who use instrumentation including cello, double bass, baritone guitar, acoustic and electric guitars, mandolin, autoharp, dulcimer, synthesizer, glockenspiel and drum kit to create a unique live experience. Rated PG.
Venue's website:  discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
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The Tiger Who Came to Tea Saturday 14 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Family  •  Theatre
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  The Tiger Who Came to Tea - 2pm - A musical play adapted and directed by DAVID WOOD Based on the book by JUDITH KERR Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Don’t miss this stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem… expect to be surprised!
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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DS:UK ... in Tribute to Dire Straits Saturday 14 February 2026
Venue:  The Lights     map Categories   Live music  •  Tribute
Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  DS:UK ... in Tribute to Dire Straits - 7.30pm - 1991 brought us the final Dire Straits album - On Every Street - and was commemorated by an enormous 2 year world tour that was one of their most successful to date. In On Every Street, Mark created some classic Dire Straits songs such as Calling Elvis, The Bug and On Every Street and the expanded line up created yet another ‘sound’ that remained instantly recognisable as “Dire Straits”. Over the past few tours, , DS:UK have become THE Dire Straits tribute show for true fans of Mark Knopfler’s incredible band, earned by delivering the music with an attention to detail that few tribute bands strive for. The ON anoTHEr NIGHT show is DS:UK’s 5th tour, representing the final era of Dire Straits’ phenomenal career, and brings a genuine and unique experience that will bring fans the tracks they love from On Every Street, alongside the classic Dire Straits songs you love to hear. This will be DS:UK’s most packed and exciting set yet… are you and your friend gonna come around?
Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover
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SUNDAY 15 FEBRUARY 2026

Ukranian Valentine's Concert Sunday 15 February 2026
Venue:  The United Church     map Categories   Live music  •  Concert  •  Dance
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8RZ
Telephone:  01962 849559
Event:  Ukranian Valentine's Concert - 6pm - You are warmly invited to a Ukrainian Valentine's Concert, featuring a beautiful blend of music and dance performed by Ukrainian artists. Adult £10, concessions £5.
Venue's website:  ucw.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/United-Church-Winchester-1403609999870354
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Woolf Works Sunday 15 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Dance  •  Film  •  Theatre
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Woolf Works - 7.30pm - Cinema Screening Virginia Woolf defied literary conventions to depict rich inner worlds – her heightened, startling and poignant reality. Resident Choreographer Wayne McGregor leads a luminous artistic team to evoke Woolf's signature stream of consciousness writing style in this immense work that rejects traditional narrative structures. Woolf Works is a collage of themes from Mrs Dalloway, Orlando, The Waves and Woolf's other writings. Created in 2015 for The Royal Ballet, this Olivier-award winning ballet triptych captures the heart of Woolf's uniquely artistic spirit.
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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The Tiger Who Came to Tea Sunday 15 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Family  •  Theatre
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  The Tiger Who Came to Tea - 11am & 2pm - A musical play adapted and directed by DAVID WOOD Based on the book by JUDITH KERR Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Don’t miss this stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem… expect to be surprised!
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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MONDAY 16 FEBRUARY 2026

The BIG ROYAL General Knowledge Quiz Monday 16 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Quiz
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  The BIG ROYAL General Knowledge Quiz - 7pm - Think you know your Anne Boleyn from your Anne Robinson? Or your T-Rex from your T-Birds? Money raised goes to supporting Play to the Crowd's artist development event programme. Maximum 6 people per team Please book all team members in one order. If you wish to add additional team members after your initial booking, please call the Box Office on 01962 840 440.
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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The Tiger Who Came to Tea Monday 16 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Family  •  Theatre
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  The Tiger Who Came to Tea - 10.30am & 1pm - A musical play adapted and directed by DAVID WOOD Based on the book by JUDITH KERR Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Don’t miss this stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem… expect to be surprised!
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Roots Open Mic Night Monday 16 February 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music  •  Open mic
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Roots Open Mic Night - 7.30pm - Winchester's longest running open mic night. Free entry every Monday. Signups from 7.30pm, music from 8.00pm.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website:  railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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Jazz Jam Session Monday 16 February 2026
Venue:  The Worthies Club     map Categories   Live music  •  Music jam
Address:   Lovedon Lane, Kings Worthy, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7NJ
Telephone:  01962 880457
Event:  Jazz Jam Session - 8pm - Frequent jazz jam session Playing mainly real book tunes, swing and latin. play or just listen. The Jazz Jam Session is a group of musicians who meet on the third Monday of each month for a jam session at the Worthies Club in Kings Worthy. Set-up is from 7.30pm, playing from 8pm. Please note: because the venue is a members club, those who have not joined will need to sign in as guests and pay £1 for the evening. Those planning to jam regularly may find it worthwhile to join as members. Visit www.facebook.com/jamminthejazz on Facebook.
Venue notes: Unless otherwise indicated, admission is free for club members. For guests there is a small admission charge and they will need to be signed-in by a member or bar staff.
Venue's website:  thewssc.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/theworthiessportsandsocial
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TUESDAY 17 FEBRUARY 2026

Lunchtime Concerts Tuesday 17 February 2026
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map Categories   Live music
Address:   Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275 (box office)
Event:  Lunchtime Concerts - 1.15pm - 17th February – Erlend Vestby & Thea-Rose Mumford – cello duets by Piazzola, Elgar & Rachmaninoff
Venue's website:  winchester-cathedral.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/winchestercathedral
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Read It and Weep book club Tuesday 17 February 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Books  •  Special interest
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Read It and Weep book club - 7pm - Join us on the third Tuesday of every month in Platform 2 for The Railway Inn’s new book club, Read It and Weep, as we sink our teeth into a juicy book (and probably enjoy a glass of wine or three!)
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website:  railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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WEDNESDAY 18 FEBRUARY 2026

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THURSDAY 19 FEBRUARY 2026

Is Reconciliation Possible in a Post Christian society? Thursday 19 February 2026
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map Categories   Talk
Address:   Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275 (box office)
Event:  Is Reconciliation Possible in a Post Christian society? - 7pm - A TALK BY PROFESSOR JAMES WALTERS
Venue's website:  winchester-cathedral.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/winchestercathedral
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TALES FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE Thursday 19 February 2026
Venue:  The Nutshell     map Categories   Live music  •  Family  •  For Children  •  Puppetry  •  Theatre
Address:   15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone:  01962 808533
Event:  TALES FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE - 11am & 2pm - Prepare yourself for a musical voyage full of stories, songs and the sea... Upon a distant shore, a lonely lighthouse keeper has grown fearful of the sea and its wild and stormy nature. But when a mysterious stranger appears with songs of the sea’s magic and power, the keeper is forced to confront his fears and slowly rediscover the beauty of the ocean that surrounds him. Featuring storytelling, traditional music, original songs and spellbinding puppetry, this is the perfect show for anyone captivated by myths, magic, music and folklore. Written and performed by Oliver Bishop, with original songs by David Gibb, and live music from two-time BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Nominee Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne, Tales From The Lighthouse is the perfect voyage into the world of theatre, puppetry and music for children aged 5+ and their families.
Venue's website:  discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
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THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB: THE ALEX MERRITT QUARTET Thursday 19 February 2026
Venue:  The Nutshell     map Categories   Live music
Address:   15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone:  01962 808533
Event:  THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB: THE ALEX MERRITT QUARTET - 8pm - This exciting new quartet - by Bristol-based saxophonist and composer Alex Merritt - brings together four distinctive improvisers, and voices on their respective instruments, to interpret original material of Alex’s that draws inspiration from both classical composers such as Maurice Ravel, Olivier Messiaen and Henri Dutilleux as well as a host of contemporary jazz influences.
Venue's website:  discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester
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PAUL MCCAFFREY: WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE Thursday 19 February 2026
Venue:  The Arc     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  PAUL MCCAFFREY: WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE - 7.30pm - A new show from one of the funniest comics working in the UK today. Modern life is annoying but was it really much better before? McCaffrey asks in this warm, charming hour of comedy. Star of Live At The Apollo, BBC Three’s Impractical Jokers and Russell Howard’s Good News. In addition to being handpicked to tour the country in support of two of the great stand ups of recent years Sean Lock and Kevin Bridges.
Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch
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Curtains Thursday 19 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Theatre
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Curtains - 7.30pm - ENCORE Youth Theatre proudly present the musical murder mystery with a killer score from the creators of Cabaret and Chicago
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Jason Fox- Embrace the Chaos- Warm up Show Thursday 19 February 2026
Venue:  The Lights     map Categories   Special interest  •  Talk
Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Jason Fox- Embrace the Chaos- Warm up Show - 7.30pm - Some people are built to Embrace the Chaos. Jason Fox is one of them, having survived some of the most hostile outposts on earth as an elite operator, documentary maker and expedition leader. In a brand-new show for 2026, Jason will share a series of never-told-before stories, his close brushes with enemy gunmen, terrorist bomb makers and cartel leaders, while revealing his strategies for surviving — and thriving — in environments as life-threatening as the Arctic Circle and Afghan badlands. Though, as you’ll learn, nothing is as terrifying as the rogue celebrity on SAS: Who Dares Wins…
Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover
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FRIDAY 20 FEBRUARY 2026

BARNSTORMERS COMEDY - FEBRUARY 2026 WITH ANDREW BIRD, SPRING DAY, PIERRE HOLLINS & KEVIN PRECIOUS Friday 20 February 2026
Venue:  The Arc     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  BARNSTORMERS COMEDY - FEBRUARY 2026 WITH ANDREW BIRD, SPRING DAY, PIERRE HOLLINS & KEVIN PRECIOUS - 7.30pm - Regular comedy night at The Arc, Barnstormers Comedy presents a line-up of three top acts from the London comedy circuit and beyond: many of them Comedy Store regulars.
Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch
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Curtains Friday 20 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Theatre
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Curtains - 2.30pm & 7.30pm - ENCORE Youth Theatre proudly present the musical murder mystery with a killer score from the creators of Cabaret and Chicago
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Man The Lifeboats Friday 20 February 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Man The Lifeboats - 7.30pm doors - Man The Lifeboats began life in a Skinny Lister shanty-punk folk moshpit in 2016, and are ploughing their own full-throttle folk furrow, winning over audiences everywhere and drawing comparisons to Bellowhead, Oysterband, the Levellers, and those folk-punk heroes the Pogues.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website:  railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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SATURDAY 21 FEBRUARY 2026

Silent Disco under the Sun Saturday 21 February 2026
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map Categories   Disco
Address:   Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275 (box office)
Event:  Silent Disco under the Sun - 7.30pm - Invite your friends and grab your dancing shoes for an unforgettable disco in the nave of Winchester Cathedral. ADULTS ONLY 18+
Venue's website:  winchester-cathedral.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/winchestercathedral
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Curtains Saturday 21 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Theatre
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Curtains - 2.30pm & 7.30pm - ENCORE Youth Theatre proudly present the musical murder mystery with a killer score from the creators of Cabaret and Chicago
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Nirvanher (Female Fronted Nirvana Tribute) + Redhead Saturday 21 February 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music  •  Tribute
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Nirvanher (Female Fronted Nirvana Tribute) + Redhead - 8pm doors - Nirvanher is an female fronted tribute band based in and around London that injects fresh and powerful energy into Nirvana's legendary music.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website:  railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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4Bar Saturday 21 February 2026
Venue:  March Hare     map Categories   Live music
Address:   63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN
Telephone:  01962 582149
Event:  4Bar - 8.30pm - 4Bar's website: 4barband.wixsite.com/4bar. 4Bar on Facebook: www.facebook.com/4bar.music. Pop, rock and indie covers band 4Bar are a pop, rock and indie covers band playing in and around south Hampshire.
Venue's website:  marchharewinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
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SUNDAY 22 FEBRUARY 2026

Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress Sunday 22 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress - 7.30pm - As seen on Mock the Week, BT Sport and ITV, "Master of one-liners" Mark Simmons had a groundbreaking 200+ date sell out debut tour lasting two years, spanning the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Mark is back on tour in 2026 with Jest to Impress, a brand new show packed with even more expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff jokes based on random audience suggestions.
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Beach Bønes + Adders + Throwing Distance Sunday 22 February 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Beach Bønes + Adders + Throwing Distance - 7.30pm doors - BEACH BØNES are a 4 piece west-coast inspired punk band born out of a need to get back on stage post covid.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website:  railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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MONDAY 23 FEBRUARY 2026

Roots Open Mic Night Monday 23 February 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Live music  •  Open mic
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Roots Open Mic Night - 7.30pm - Winchester's longest running open mic night. Free entry every Monday. Signups from 7.30pm, music from 8.00pm.
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website:  railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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TUESDAY 24 FEBRUARY 2026

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WEDNESDAY 25 FEBRUARY 2026

Winchester Uke Jam Wednesday 25 February 2026
Venue:  Winchester Rugby Club     map Categories   Live music  •  Music jam
Address:   North Walls Park, Hillier Way, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7SU
Telephone:  01962 867021
Event:  Winchester Uke Jam - 7.30pm - The Winchester Uke Jam meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month at The Winchester Rugby Club and all are welcome, regardless of ability. You don't have to be a uke player to join in. They welcome any stringed instrument or if you fancy playing a bit of percussion, having a sing or just want to listen then go along. Check their website for details: www.moonroller.com/winchesterukejam.htm.
Venue notes: Social club - Many clubs welcome guests if you're not a member. Please check access requirements. You may need to be signed-in if you're not a member and there may also be a door charge.
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/winchesterRugbyFootballClub
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Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by Jon Walsh Wednesday 25 February 2026
Venue:  March Hare     map Categories   Live music  •  Open mic
Address:   63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN
Telephone:  01962 582149
Event:  Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by Jon Walsh - 8pm - Hosted by the talented Jon Walsh, it’s your chance to grab the mic, showcase your skills, or just sit back and enjoy a night of great live music and atmosphere. 🎵✨ Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just fancy giving it a go, everyone’s welcome!
Venue's website:  marchharewinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/themarchhareharestock
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THURSDAY 26 FEBRUARY 2026

Spitfire Girls Thursday 26 February 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Theatre
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Spitfire Girls - 1.30pm & 7.30pm - Decades after answering the call, two women separated by the war meet again as the rain hammers down on the windows of The Spitfire pub. As we hear their story, we’re transported back to a time when female pioneers defied expectations and soared through the skies. Spitfire Girls is inspired by the extraordinary true stories of the women who dared to fly during WWII and the incredible bond that tied them together. Funny and heart-warming, this is an untold story of strength, courage and loss. But above all else, hope. Spitfire Girls was developed with the support of the National Theatre's Generate programme. This production contains themes of war.
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Ruth Theodore - USA preview show Thursday 26 February 2026
Venue:  Hyde Tavern     map Categories   Live music
Address:   57 Hyde Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DY
Telephone:  01962 862592
Event:  Ruth Theodore - USA preview show - 8pm - Distinguished british artist and ‘original folk voice’ Ruth Theodore has been steadily releasing critically acclaimed studio albums for over a decade. About to embark on another USA tour, this time playing theatres across the pacific north west, with the legendary Dar Williams, Ruth is performing THIS ONE OFF SHOW in the UK to warm up before she gets on the road.
Venue's website:  hydetavern.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thehydetavern
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Having The Track Comedy Thursday 26 February 2026
Venue:  The Railway     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Having The Track Comedy - Doors 7.30pm - Having The Track is back with another stellar line up for your February blues, grab yourself an advance ticket and prepare to be entertained!
Venue notes: ID is required on the door. Published times may be doors rather than start times, so please check the venue's website for full details, including age restrictions and accessibility.
Venue's website:  railwayinn.pub
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/railwayinnwinchester
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Andover Music Club present Daniele Piroddi Thursday 26 February 2026
Venue:  The Lights     map Categories   Live music
Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Andover Music Club present Daniele Piroddi - 7.30pm - Born in Sardinia, Italy, Daniele Piroddi is a classical guitarist whose interpretation of the repertoire seamlessly blends tradition with innovation. Daniele honed his craft under the guidance of Maestro Andrea Dieci, completing his Master’s Degree at Modena’s Conservatory with the highest honours - 110 cum Laude and Special Mention. Further studies at the School of Early Music in Venice and Giulio Regondi’s Academy in Milan shaped his artistic focus, grounding him in the rich heritage of classical and early music traditions.
Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover
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TUESDAY 17 FEBRUARY 2026

Read It and Weep book club

Read It and Weep book club

Venue: The Railway
7pm
Join us on the third Tuesday of every month in Platform 2 for The Railway Inn’s new book club, Read It and Weep, as we sink our teeth into a juicy book (and probably enjoy a glass of wine or three!)


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