An amateur historian has launched a new book on Winchester's rich history.
Local resident Garry Honey unveiled his latest work, 'Winchester - a brief history of bishops, belief and buildings,' at P&G Wells on Tuesday, November 4.
Honey claims the book offers a unique perspective on the city, making sense of ancient structures and weaving them into a coherent narrative from the late Saxon to early Tudor period.
He remarked: "A city once known for 30 religious buildings now offers 30 coffee shops."
The city, renowned for its cathedral, Alfred statue and Great Hall, was once a significant religious hub.
Cover of Garry Honey's new book. (Image: Garry Honey)
However, much of its famed historical elements, such as Saxon minsters and Norman abbeys, have disappeared over time.
The book highlights the city's transformation from a revered pilgrim destination to a place stripped of its saints, shrines and relics, left with a vast cathedral.
This narrative offers insight into the city's steady rise and abrupt decline from 960 to 1539, providing context to the remnants visible today.
The book is also available at the Cathedral gift shop, City Museum and Great Hall, as well as P&G Wells.
Garry Honey's work aims to provide both locals and visitors with a deeper understanding of the city's past.