For patients in Southampton

Specialist Orthodontist for Southampton

Winchester Orthodontic Practice is a specialist orthodontic practice about 12 miles from Southampton city centre — 15 minutes by direct train from Southampton Central, or 7 from Southampton Airport Parkway. Braces and clear aligners for children, teens and adults, with a free first consultation.

St Lawrence House, the white Victorian building where the practice is, with its black front door

Getting here from Southampton

Closer than you might think

We’re in St Cross, on the south side of Winchester — the Southampton side of town. Times are approximate and depend on traffic.

By car

About 12 miles from the Bargate via The Avenue, the A33 and the M3 — around 20–30 minutes.

By train

Direct trains to Winchester: fastest 15 minutes from Southampton Central and 7 minutes from Airport Parkway, with more than 90 trains a day from each.

By bus

Bluestar 1 runs about every 10 minutes in the daytime from the Bargate and stops at “St Cross Barnes Close” — about 55–60 minutes.

Parking

Free on-street parking on Barnes Close and Christchurch Road — up to 4 hours, Monday to Saturday 8am–6pm (check the signs on the day). Need step-free access? Call us on 01962 841009 before your visit.

Winchester station is about 1.4 miles from the practice — a 5–6 minute taxi ride or around a 30-minute walk.

The practice reception, with leather Chesterfield seating and the Winchester Orthodontic Practice sign

Why families make the trip

Specialist care, a short trip away

With direct trains from both Southampton Central and Airport Parkway, an appointment can fit around a school day or a working day in the city. The Bluestar 1 is the simplest door-to-door option: it stops on Barnes Close, the road the practice is on.

  • Treatment planned by Dr Joseph McGill or Dr Iain Hoeltschi, both on the GDC specialist list
  • Fees from £2,585: one fee, with your retainers and a 1-year retainer warranty included
  • DentalMonitoring™ check-ins from home mean fewer trips during treatment
  • A free 30-minute consultation — no referral needed

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Treatments for Southampton patients

Representative example: treatment fee £2,985. You pay a £250 records fee and a £675 deposit upfront, then £85.83 per month over 24 months for the remaining £2,060, at a representative 0% APR. Total amount of credit £2,060; total amount payable £2,985. 0% APR in-house payment plans over 12, 18 or 24 months. A £250 records fee (deducted from your treatment fee) and a deposit from £350 for fixed braces or from £675 for aligners are paid upfront. Subject to status; applicants must be 18 or over. Winchester Orthodontic Practice is a trading style of Winchester Smiles Limited, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA No 987490).

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Questions from Southampton patients

How far is the practice from Southampton?

About 12 miles from the city centre — roughly 20–30 minutes by car, or 15 minutes by direct train from Southampton Central.

Can I get there by train?

Yes. Direct trains run from Southampton Central (fastest 15 minutes) and Southampton Airport Parkway (fastest 7 minutes). From Winchester station the practice is a 5–6 minute taxi ride.

Do I need a referral?

No. You can book a free consultation directly with us — no referral from your dentist is needed. If you have a dentist, we’ll keep them informed of your treatment.

Is the first consultation really free?

Yes. Your first consultation is a free, no-obligation 30-minute appointment with a specialist orthodontist, followed by a chat with our treatment coordinator about costs and payment options.

How often will I need to visit?

Usually every 6–8 weeks during treatment. Many patients also use DentalMonitoring™, sending scans from home so we can check progress between visits.