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Save 50% off! 878 AD is a major new visitor attraction recreating a key moment in Winchester’s Anglo-Saxon history, brought to life through the world of the video game franchise Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, cinematic audio-visual projection and live interactive performance. This unique immersive experience will take you back to a pivotal point, not only in the history of the city, but in the history of England as an emerging, unified nation: the defeat of the Vikings by Alfred the Great at the Battle of Edington in May 878. 878 AD recreates the atmosphere of the city and the lives of the people who lived in it on the eve of the battle, as they anxiously await its outcome. Book today for a unique family attraction in the heart of historic Winchester! Indoor experience Live performance: Hear from the townsfolk of Anglo-Saxon Winchester and discover life from within the city's walls, from the swordsmith to the bard, in engaging, live scenes Real artefacts: Come face-to-face with authentic treasures, each crafted by people over 1,000 years ago - including the famous, Winchester Reliquary Activities and play: Challenge friends and family with our authentic, Anglo-Saxon games, explore with our children's rune trail and enjoy scavenger hunt-style activities with our Side Quests! Hands-on learning: Discover hands-on learning with our educational, interactive podiums Outdoor experience Explore: Enjoy a self-paced tour of the city of historic Winchester and unearth iconic landmarks - past and present Unearth: Reveal Alfred's vision for the city as you uncover hidden gems through your interactive, buddy app, 878 AD: Winchester Revealed Adventure: Pick up collectables as you roam Winchester's historic paths, enjoying audio-visual storytelling as you go, brought to life through Ubisoft's spectacular visuals Interact: Experience an engaging, augmented reality (AR) journey with activities, games, riddles and facts and more!
Features
- Outdoor
- Indoor
- Open All Year
Category
Museums
Suitable For
3-5
6-9
10+
Claire’s Tip
Opening Times
Term time: Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 5pm School holidays: Monday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday: 11am - 5pm
How To Get There
- Upper Floor The Brooks, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8QY
- Website
Directions
878 AD is located on the upper floor of The Brooks, Winchester Hampshire, SO23 8QY. The second part of the experience is a self-guided augmented reality tour throughout the city of Winchester. Winchester has fantastic transport links to and from London, Reading, Basingstoke, Southampton and many other major destinations. By car: Winchester is accessible via major road routes including the M3, A34 and A31. Parking: Winchester Park and Ride has multiple parking sites across the city, with a stop just a short walking distance to the venue. Find out more at Winchester City Council’s website. Parking is available in The Brooks Shopping Centre’s car park and at car parks throughout the city. Please note that The Brooks Shopping Centre car park is open until 6:30pm Monday – Saturday and 5:30pm on Sundays. By train: Winchester is on the South West main line, with regular, direct trains to and from London Waterloo and major cities across the South and Midlands. It is approximately a 15 minute walk from the railway station to The Brooks Shopping Centre. Buses run regularly from the railway station to the city centre. By bus: Winchester is served by bus services from Stagecoach, Bluestar and National Express. The nearest stop to The Brooks Shopping Centre is Siverhill Road, alternatively, the main bus station is a short walk away
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