POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a brawl which broke out between two gangs of men in the grounds of Winchester Cathedral.

The incident on Saturday afternoon saw one 23 year-old man taken to Royal Hampshire County Hospital after being stabbed in the hand, and two others needing treatment for minor injuries was broken up by police at around 5pm.

A 32 year old Winchester man has been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent. has has been released but remains under investigation.

Officers are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone who has photos or footage of what happened.

Anyone with information should contact Hampshire Constabulary on 101 quoting 44170399698.