Visit the ancient capital of Wessex, the Home of King Alfred the Great.be transferred by your own private London Taxi from central London (approx 1.5 hours) or Southampton Docks (approx 45 mins)King Alfred will be your constant companion on this tour of Winchester's historic landmarks. You'll learn about the earlier history of Winchester and how it has evolved in more recent times. Visit the Cathedral, over fifteen centuries of English history lie behind the massive Cathedral you see today. It stands at the heart of historic Winchester, once the seat of Anglo-Saxon and Norman royal power, on the site of an early Christian church. It's been a place of worship ever since. See The Great Hall, "one of the finest surviving aisled halls of the 13th century", it contains the greatest symbol of medieval mythology, King Arthur's Round Table, and is all that now remains of Winchester Castle. Take in Winchester College and Jane Austin's home! and see the tomb of the King Alfred himself