A historic site in Winchester has undergone conservation and maintenance works.

Nunnaminster, later known as St Mary's Abbey, is in the city centre beside Abbey House and Gardens.

Its original mounted interpretation panels have been replaced with freestanding panels at a lower level for better accessibility.

The new panels include raised detailing and Braille to assist those with sight loss and a QR code linking to a screen-reader-friendly version of the text, a glossary of terms, and links to further reading.

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The new panels include raised detailing and Braille to assist those with sight loss and a QR codeThe new panels include raised detailing and Braille to assist those with sight loss and a QR code (Image: Winchester City Council) Weeding, sensitively tailored to the nature of the site, has also taken place.

The Nunnaminster site, which can now be seen below street level, was one of Winchester's three great late Saxon royal monasteries.

Founded by Queen Ealhswith, Alfred the Great's wife, in 903, it became one of the foremost centres of learning and art in England.

Between 1981 and 1983, archaeological excavations carried out on the site revealed its extensive history.

The new panels have been installed with funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).

Cllr Lucille Thompson, Winchester City Council’s cabinet member for business and culture, said: "I am thrilled to see the new interpretation panels installed at the Nunnaminster site.

"The site is an important landmark in Winchester’s history and the accessibility of these panels will ensure more people are able to learn more about its significance for many years to come."