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St James Tavern - Winchester

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About the venue

This wood-lined pub has a welcoming atmosphere, a menu that encompasses curry, burgers and pies, and an outside patio. Enjoy cask marque recognised beers, proper pub grub,some funky tunes and some of the friendliest service in the city. 

Parking available - Tower Street Winchester SO23 8TA

Fancy eating with seating? We advise you ring their bell 01962 861288 and book ahead, as they get very busy at peak times and they'd hate to disappoint you.

How to get there

St James Tavern - Winchester
3-5 Romsey Road
SO22 5BE

See map at bottom of page

Upcoming events

 7-Week World of Wine Course by Grape Variety
Starts
Fri 13
Oct
- 2023 -
7-Week World of Wine Course by Grape Variety
All 50+ wines will be tasted BLIND in order for your tastebuds to learn even more, and thus make this course even more rewarding.
£210.00
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Chardonnay from around the globe
Fri 13
Oct
- 2023 -
Chardonnay from around the globe
THERE ARE 15 DIFFERENT STYLES OF CHARDONNAY, so I can (and I will!) present one that you'll like! No more ABCs ("Anything But Chardonnay" drinkers) amongst us then ;-) 
£35.00
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Italian Food & Italian Wine Pairing Workshop
Sat 14
Oct
- 2023 -
Italian Food & Italian Wine Pairing Workshop
The secret to drinking Italian is … it's all about the food! So let's learn to match the two to perfection.
£40.00
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Pinot Noir from around the globe
Fri 20
Oct
- 2023 -
Pinot Noir from around the globe
Infuriating to grow, fascinating to taste, Pinot Noir is the "King of Red Grapes" and THE grape of great Burgundian red wines. 
£35.00
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Bordeaux blends from around the globe
Fri 27
Oct
- 2023 -
Bordeaux blends from around the globe
Let the battle between Old and New World begin! ... Who will win the war when it comes to a Bordeaux blend? Watch this space ;-)
£35.00
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Saturday 'Introduction to Wine' Course
Sat 28
Oct
- 2023 -
Saturday 'Introduction to Wine' Course
Join us on an 'introduction to the World of Wine as it stands today' day course from 11.00am to 4.00pm including a glass of Champagne and a delicious 2-course lunch at St James Tavern. 
£100.00
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Sauvignon Blanc from around the globe
Fri 03
Nov
- 2023 -
Sauvignon Blanc from around the globe
Let's sample the delights of the Loire Valley against those of the New World in terms of Sauvignon Blanc wines. 
£35.00
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Whisky Tasting
Sat 04
Nov
- 2023 -
Whisky Tasting
These whisky tasting events are a treat for any whisky lover and make an interesting and unusual gift. 
£40.00
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Chateauneuf-du-Pape blends from around the globe
Fri 10
Nov
- 2023 -
Chateauneuf-du-Pape blends from around the globe
Chateauneuf-du-Pape vs New World: Syrah/Shiraz & Grenache blends from Around the World
£35.00
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Rosés & Fruity Reds: South of France vs New World
Fri 17
Nov
- 2023 -
Rosés & Fruity Reds: South of France vs New World
Even Hollywood comes to the South of France to make wines ... so let's put them to the taste and see whether Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's Miraval Rosé wine can be any good ;-)
£35.00
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Port & Cheese Pairing Workshop
Sat 18
Nov
- 2023 -
Port & Cheese Pairing Workshop
Prepare yourself for an evening of indulgence with our Port & Cheese Pairing Workshop. 
£45.00
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Old World vs New World Wines
Fri 24
Nov
- 2023 -
Old World vs New World Wines
This fascinating tasting will focus on the classic wine regions of ITALY, SPAIN, GERMANY, HUNGARY, etc., and compare them against the best of the New World.
£35.00
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Champagne Tasting & Sabrage!
Sat 09
Dec
- 2023 -
Champagne Tasting & Sabrage!
Whilst sparkling wine is produced worldwide, champagne comes (like myself) from the Champagne region of France. So join me on a journey through vineyards, grapes, different styles and tastes and discover for yourself which one you prefer!
£45.00
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Saturday 'Introduction to Wine' Course
Sat 20
Jan
- 2024 -
Saturday 'Introduction to Wine' Course
Join us on an 'Introduction to Wine' day from 11.00am to 4.00pm including a glass of Champagne and a delicious 2-course lunch at St James Tavern. 
£100.00
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Whisky & Food Pairing Workshop
Thu 25
Jan
- 2024 -
Whisky & Food Pairing Workshop
Pairing whisky with food? – it’s perfect for Burns’ Night! 
£45.00
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'Introduction to Wine' Tasting
Fri 26
Jan
- 2024 -
'Introduction to Wine' Tasting
An introductory look at the wonderfully diverse and quirky world of wine. Start your wine journey here!
£32.50
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Spanish Wine & Tapas Pairing Workshop
Sat 27
Jan
- 2024 -
Spanish Wine & Tapas Pairing Workshop
The wines are very carefully selected by Hampshire Wine School and paired with different ingredients and dishes with a Spanish twist. 
£40.00
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 4-week course on the OLD WORLD wine-producing countries
Starts
Fri 02
Feb
- 2024 -
4-week course on the OLD WORLD wine-producing countries
This 4-week course is a great way to spend an enjoyable FRIDAY evening learning about wine, with like-minded people, in a relaxed environment at the cosy and local St James Tavern in Winchester! 
£124.00
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French Whites
Fri 02
Feb
- 2024 -
French Whites
Welcome to the Wonderful World of French White Wines!
£35.00
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Cheese & Wine Pairing Workshop
Sat 03
Feb
- 2024 -
Cheese & Wine Pairing Workshop
Learn the rules behind pairing wine & cheese succesfully and let's put the theory into practice for ourselves ... how fun!
£40.00
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French Reds
Fri 09
Feb
- 2024 -
French Reds
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Wine tasting on Bordeaux, Burgundy, the Rhone Valley and South-Western France. Time for some blockbuster reds!
£35.00
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Italy
Fri 16
Feb
- 2024 -
Italy
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Wine Tasting on Italy. Time for some tasty traditional classics!
£35.00
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Spain
Fri 23
Feb
- 2024 -
Spain
Join us as we taste a selection of fantastic wines of Spain that are the buzz-words in the wine industry at the moment.
£35.00
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USA & Australia
Fri 01
Mar
- 2024 -
USA & Australia
Join us for a Wonderful World of Wine tasting on two marvellous New World wine -producing countries: the USA and Australia! Let's discover California, Washington State and Oregon PLUS Barossa Valley and Margaret River
£35.00
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New Zealand
Fri 08
Mar
- 2024 -
New Zealand
Enjoy a selection of intensely aromatic, complex and powerful wines from down under - NEW ZEALAND STYLE! A real treat for your senses.
£35.00
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Chile & Argentina
Fri 15
Mar
- 2024 -
Chile & Argentina
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Wine tasting on Chile & Argentina, focusing on affordable and high quality wines.
£35.00
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Irish Whiskey Tasting on St Patrick's Day!
Sun 17
Mar
- 2024 -
Irish Whiskey Tasting on St Patrick's Day!
Join us this very special evening (it is St Patrick's day, after all) to sample a mouth-watering selection of Irish whiskies and a bit of story-telling to amuse and inform in equal measure. ‘Slainte’.
£45.00
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South Africa
Fri 22
Mar
- 2024 -
South Africa
South Africa is one of the newest, fastest-growing entrants onto our supermarket and off-licence shelves. Let's discover some truly stunning South African wines altogether!
£35.00
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Rum Tasting
Sat 06
Apr
- 2024 -
Rum Tasting
Great on its own over ice, perfect blended with your favourite mixer, or shaken up in a cocktails, rum is the perfect drink for any occasion.
£40.00
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