The Brooks Shopping Centre - Winchester

Kim B.

BE CAREFUL HOW LONG YOU STAY!! We had a lovely day wandering around the city including looking at the ruins, cathedral & stopping for lunch. Around 4hrs 20mins later, we go back to pay for parking & the fee is £18! Anything over 4hrs apparently is classed as overnight. Absolutely ridiculous! My fault for not reading the sign but who would expect that kind of fee for 4hrs 20mins in a city centre car park!
Entry & exits are quite narrow & may be tricky if you have a longer than average vehicle.
The public toilets here aren't fabulous. Shops are OK.

Dori J.

We were here recently and the site manager was around and politely asked older kids to get off the soft play meant for 5-.
There's always a member of security around too.
Good shops on all levels.

Brian S.

Tired centre, needs bringing into the 21st century. The centre needs to be fully occupied.
2 stars awarded in 2018.

December 2019.
Since the refurbishment the centre has improved
Calendar club shop is seasonal, and usually close in most centres in January.
New look shop looks as though it will possibly close in the near future.
Then there will be two vacant shops.
The shopping centre has been refurbished, the former open entrances are now able to be closed. The cleanliness has now vastly improved as the roosting pigeons no longer have access to the upper level ( non shopping ) . New shops have been added, TKMAX for example are already trading with others to follow. When fully open may merit 4 stars.

Nataly V.

A huge selection of books.
I just love bookstores.
What's a pity for me is that all the books are only in English. I miss reading books.

Ned D.

Very empty, felt like I was walking around during a pandemic. I imagine this is because the fine establishments of sports direct, Primark and TK maxx are not to everyone's taste.

S W.

Odd car Park and shopping centre - very few shops and can't decide if it's indoors or outdoors as seemingly constructed around the car park elevators. Car park itself has VERY tight spaces and corners especially at the exit - many scars attest to difficulty from other drivers - almost impossible to turn to exit without reversing and adjusting postition - would not recommend, use one of the open air car parks instead - much easier!

Ray R.

Parking is expensive in the carpark and quite a lot of shopping units are empty in the shopping centre. There is a New Look and a Primark in here. Toilets. Great to walk out of the centre as not far to all major attractions, cathedral, castle etc.

T F.

Visited here during our weekend stay in Winchester. It provides a modest shopping experience. It's not overly large. However, the selection of shops is fairly average, lacking any particularly standout or high-end stores. There is parking available within the shopping centre which is helpful. While it might not boast fancy or luxurious brands, it does cover the basics, offering a range of everyday shopping options. The convenience of finding essentials within a compact space might appeal to some visitors. Yet, for those seeking a more diverse or upscale shopping experience, this might fall short of expectations.