Exploring Winchester's Coffee Scene

Winchester has a range of independent coffee shops and cafes. The town centre is easily walkable, making it simple to visit several sites in one day.

1. Coffee Lab

Coffee Lab is an independent specialty coffee shop just off the High Street. The coffee is from The Roasting Party and is made using a La Marzocco machine. The shop has a Scandinavian-style interior and was founded by UK Latte Art Champion Dhan Tamang.

2. The Winchester Orangery

The Winchester Orangery is a brunch and coffee cafe in The Square. It serves River Coffee and cakes. The cafe has a front patio looking onto Winchester Cathedral and the front windows fold away in summer.

3. Hoxton Bakehouse

Hoxton Bakehouse is an independent artisan bakery and cafe. It makes handmade sourdough, cinnamon buns and Viennoiserie pastries. The cafe serves its own Seadog coffee and has limited seating.

4. Cabinet Rooms

Cabinet Rooms is a small family-run independent cafe-bar opposite the Theatre Royal. It serves coffee, light bites and homemade cakes by day and cocktails by night. The cafe runs weekly guest roasts.

5. The Bridge Patisserie

The Bridge Patisserie is a long-established French-inspired patisserie and cafe near the city bridge. It makes lunches, pastries and tarts fresh each morning using local ingredients.

6. Winchester Coffee Roasters

Winchester Coffee Roasters is an independent roastery in Winnall. It opens as a cafe serving freshly roasted coffee and homemade cakes. The roastery roasts its own coffee in-house and beans roasted on site are available to buy alongside coffee equipment. Winchester's coffee scene is varied, with several independent shops and cafes to choose from. Each site has its own unique character and offerings, making the town a good destination for coffee drinkers.

Common questions

Where is Coffee Lab located?

Coffee Lab is located just off the High Street in Winchester.

What type of coffee does The Winchester Orangery serve?

The Winchester Orangery serves River Coffee.

Can I buy coffee beans at Winchester Coffee Roasters?

Yes, beans roasted on site are available to buy at Winchester Coffee Roasters, alongside coffee equipment.