Guidebook for Windsor
Food Scene
Sebastian's
2 Goswell HillGreat Food at a reasonable price!
Right in the centre of Royal Windsor shopping, take in the atmosphere, plan your day or simply indulge in some "people watching"!
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Costa Coffee
The GreenRight in the centre of Royal Windsor shopping, take in the atmosphere, plan your day or simply indulge in some "people watching"!
Drinks & Nightlife
Vibrant and cosmopolitan.
Directly opposite the Castle, if you take a window seat in the restaurant upstairs then you feel you can almost reach across and touch the stain-glass of the castle apartments.
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The King & Castle - JD Wetherspoon
16-17 Thames StVibrant and cosmopolitan.
Directly opposite the Castle, if you take a window seat in the restaurant upstairs then you feel you can almost reach across and touch the stain-glass of the castle apartments.
Sightseeing
Visit the Queen's home, (has been home to monarchs for the last c.1,000 years.)
Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world and is the Queen's favourite weekend home... why not pay Her Majesty a visit! (If the flag's up then she's in residence)
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Windsor
Visit the Queen's home, (has been home to monarchs for the last c.1,000 years.)
Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world and is the Queen's favourite weekend home... why not pay Her Majesty a visit! (If the flag's up then she's in residence)
Eton College is an English boys' independent boarding school located in Eton, Berkshire, near Windsor. It educates over 1,300 pupils, aged 13 to 18 years. It was founded in 1440 by King Henry VI as "The King's College of Our Lady of Eton besides Wyndsor".
Eton has a long list of distinguished former pupils. David Cameron is the 19th British prime minister to have attended the school, as well as other famous politicians such as Boris Johnson.
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Eton College
Eton College is an English boys' independent boarding school located in Eton, Berkshire, near Windsor. It educates over 1,300 pupils, aged 13 to 18 years. It was founded in 1440 by King Henry VI as "The King's College of Our Lady of Eton besides Wyndsor".
Eton has a long list of distinguished former pupils. David Cameron is the 19th British prime minister to have attended the school, as well as other famous politicians such as Boris Johnson.
French Brothers run boat trips on the river from Windsor, Runnymede and Maidenhead, with a choice of short returns or full-day cruises. Day visitors to Windsor can enjoy award winning 40 minute return trips, or a longer 2 hour return, both offering spectacular views of the Castle. All of the French Brothers fleet are available for private charter, perfect for milestone events, and run an extensive programme of special cruises year round, including Sunday Lunch cruises, Bird and River Wildlife tours, Victorian Steamboat experiences and Christmas parties.
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French Brothers Ltd
Clewer Court RoadFrench Brothers run boat trips on the river from Windsor, Runnymede and Maidenhead, with a choice of short returns or full-day cruises. Day visitors to Windsor can enjoy award winning 40 minute return trips, or a longer 2 hour return, both offering spectacular views of the Castle. All of the French Brothers fleet are available for private charter, perfect for milestone events, and run an extensive programme of special cruises year round, including Sunday Lunch cruises, Bird and River Wildlife tours, Victorian Steamboat experiences and Christmas parties.
Parks & Nature
The Savill Garden is an enclosed part of Windsor Great Park, (created by Sir Eric Savill in the 1930s). The garden includes woodland, ornamental areas and a pond. The attractions include the New Zealand Garden, the Queen Elizabeth Temperate House and trees planted by members of the Royal Family. In June 2010, a new contemporary rose garden designed by Andrew Wilson and Gavin McWilliam of Wilson McWilliam Studio was opened by Queen Elizabeth II. It is managed by the Crown Estate and charges an entrance fee.
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Savill Garden
Wick LaneThe Savill Garden is an enclosed part of Windsor Great Park, (created by Sir Eric Savill in the 1930s). The garden includes woodland, ornamental areas and a pond. The attractions include the New Zealand Garden, the Queen Elizabeth Temperate House and trees planted by members of the Royal Family. In June 2010, a new contemporary rose garden designed by Andrew Wilson and Gavin McWilliam of Wilson McWilliam Studio was opened by Queen Elizabeth II. It is managed by the Crown Estate and charges an entrance fee.
The only Royal Park managed by The Crown Estate, Windsor Great Park was once part of a vast Norman hunting forest which was enclosed in the late C13th. The 5,000 acres of parkland, which includes a Deer Park, is a varied landscape of formal avenues, gardens, woodland and open grassland. The antiquity of the landscape is enhanced by the scattering of great ancient oaks for which the Great Park and its forest are renowned. Windsor Great Park welcomes over two and a half million people every year.
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Windsor Great Park
The only Royal Park managed by The Crown Estate, Windsor Great Park was once part of a vast Norman hunting forest which was enclosed in the late C13th. The 5,000 acres of parkland, which includes a Deer Park, is a varied landscape of formal avenues, gardens, woodland and open grassland. The antiquity of the landscape is enhanced by the scattering of great ancient oaks for which the Great Park and its forest are renowned. Windsor Great Park welcomes over two and a half million people every year.
Relax in the informal spendour of Cliveden's stunning gardens and enjoy exploring the peaceful woodlands and Thames riverbank. Discover a garden that delights through the seasons with colourful planting schemes, miles of walks and breathtaking views as well as a giant maze that will entertain all ages. Complete your day out with delicious home-cooked lunches and teas and a visit to the gift shop.
Little known facts:
1. The Cliveden Maze has almost 500 metres of paths and 1,100 yew trees were planted to make the hedges.
2. Cliveden's famous parterre is planted up with up to 25,000 bedding plants and bulbs every spring and summer.
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Cliveden NT
Cliveden RoadRelax in the informal spendour of Cliveden's stunning gardens and enjoy exploring the peaceful woodlands and Thames riverbank. Discover a garden that delights through the seasons with colourful planting schemes, miles of walks and breathtaking views as well as a giant maze that will entertain all ages. Complete your day out with delicious home-cooked lunches and teas and a visit to the gift shop.
Little known facts:
1. The Cliveden Maze has almost 500 metres of paths and 1,100 yew trees were planted to make the hedges.
2. Cliveden's famous parterre is planted up with up to 25,000 bedding plants and bulbs every spring and summer.
Arts & Culture
St George's Chapel, within the precincts of Windsor Castle, is one of the most beautiful ecclesiastical buildings in England.
The building was started by Edward IV in 1475 and took fifty years to construct.
It is the Chapel of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, Britain's highest order of chivalry founded by Edward III in 1348.
Members are selected by The Sovereign and include foreign monarchs and previous Prime Ministers.
Ten monarchs are buried in the Chapel including Edward IV himself, Henry VIII with his favourite wife Jane Seymour, Charles I, George V and Queen Mary and George VI and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.
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St George's Chapel
2 The CloistersSt George's Chapel, within the precincts of Windsor Castle, is one of the most beautiful ecclesiastical buildings in England.
The building was started by Edward IV in 1475 and took fifty years to construct.
It is the Chapel of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, Britain's highest order of chivalry founded by Edward III in 1348.
Members are selected by The Sovereign and include foreign monarchs and previous Prime Ministers.
Ten monarchs are buried in the Chapel including Edward IV himself, Henry VIII with his favourite wife Jane Seymour, Charles I, George V and Queen Mary and George VI and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.
Dorney Court is a warm pink brick and timber late medieval (c 1440) house which has been home to the Palmer family for the past thirteen generations. Of particular interest are early paintings, furniture and needlework that provide a fascinating insight into the history of the English squirearchy. The adjacent C12th church of St James (Norman font and Tudor tower) is open to our house visitors. Dorney Court Kitchen Garden adjoins next door serves fabulous breakfast, lunch and tea and cakes year round.
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Dorney Court
Court LaneDorney Court is a warm pink brick and timber late medieval (c 1440) house which has been home to the Palmer family for the past thirteen generations. Of particular interest are early paintings, furniture and needlework that provide a fascinating insight into the history of the English squirearchy. The adjacent C12th church of St James (Norman font and Tudor tower) is open to our house visitors. Dorney Court Kitchen Garden adjoins next door serves fabulous breakfast, lunch and tea and cakes year round.
The Theatre Royal is an intimate theatre which boasts Bill Kenwright as its producer, and audiences are treated to new productions before
they transfer to the West End, or go off on tour around country. Throughout the holidays they offer activities and special shows, and of course there is the Christmas panto throughout December and January
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Theatre Royal, Windsor
32 Thames StThe Theatre Royal is an intimate theatre which boasts Bill Kenwright as its producer, and audiences are treated to new productions before
they transfer to the West End, or go off on tour around country. Throughout the holidays they offer activities and special shows, and of course there is the Christmas panto throughout December and January
Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House is the
largest, most beautiful, most famous dolls’ house in the world. Built for Queen Mary, consort of King George V, by the leading architect Sir Edwin Lutyens between 1921 and 1924, it includes contributions from over 1,500 of the finest artists and craftsmen of the early 20th century.
Queen Mary's Dolls' House
Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House is the
largest, most beautiful, most famous dolls’ house in the world. Built for Queen Mary, consort of King George V, by the leading architect Sir Edwin Lutyens between 1921 and 1924, it includes contributions from over 1,500 of the finest artists and craftsmen of the early 20th century.
Shopping
Premium brands set amongst cosmopolitan restaurants, bustling coffee houses and trendy bars.
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Windsor Royal Shopping
Arch 5 Goswell HillPremium brands set amongst cosmopolitan restaurants, bustling coffee houses and trendy bars.
Essentials
BP
88 Maidenhead RdLess than 2 minutes from the apartment.
10 minute walk (or 2 minute drive) for a bit more choice than the BP
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The Co-operative Food
72-74 Arthur Rd10 minute walk (or 2 minute drive) for a bit more choice than the BP
Waitrose & Partners
37 Goswell HillIf you prefer Waitrose to Tesco
The most comprehensive grocery range in town, five minutes drive away.
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Tesco Superstore
Dedworth RoadThe most comprehensive grocery range in town, five minutes drive away.