Windsor Castle History

Windsor Castle

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Oct 24, 2024
We greatly enjoyed our visit to Windsor Castle. We toured St. George’s Chapel, the State Apartments and Queen Mary’s Dols’ House. The Chapel is inspiring and the Sate Apartments spectacular. The a… Full review by Jim G
Oct 19, 2024
We visited Windsor Castle with HEK - Home Ed Kids. It was an excellent day from start to finish. The staff at the Education Centre were fantastic from the minute we arrived, the whole day was superb… Full review by Lynn A
Oct 19, 2024
FANTASTIC DAYS WITH HEK Home Ed Kids AT THE CASTLE !!! Super day, very educational. Very well organised by the HEK staff and the Castle Education staff. Kids really loved the day. The staff at… Full review by Departure37332435933
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Articles

The largest, and oldest, occupied castle in the world, Windsor (one of the Queen's official residences) encapsulates 900 years of Britis…
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Windsor Castle is a royal residence at Windsor in the English county of Berkshire. It is notable for its long association with the English and la…
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One of the royal residences of the reigning monarch, Windsor Castle is Europe's longest-occupied palace. The origins of Windsor Castl…
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Facts

Owner:King Charles III in right of the Crown
Type:Three bailey wards with a round keep

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How long is the audio tour? Thanks
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It's a very concise tour so it can take as long as you want it to take. I'd say about an hr if you listen to the whole thing.
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Hi, I believe entry to the castle is free on one of the days around Christmas/New Year (at least that has been the case in …
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Hi, I believe entry to the castle is free on one of the days around Christmas/New Year (at least that has been the case in the past). Does any one know when / if the entry is free around Christmas 2023? Thanks
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Sorry, but I don't know.
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Answer by Deborah A · Nov 26, 2023
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What visits and tours are available to groups?
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We are accepting standard admission bookings for groups of 15. It is essential to pre-book an arrival time in advance of your visit. Standard admission group booking details...
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The most impressive view of Windsor Castle is from the A332 road, coming into town from the south
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Do explore the town and take a boat ride down this part of the Thames
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Photography is not permitted indoors
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There is a small eatery inside the castle and souvenir shop as well
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Entrance lines can be long in season, and you're likely to spend at least half a day here, so come early
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The Long Walk is a three-mile long paved path lined with trees on the south side of the castle
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You can click on the map view to know the exact location of the place on the maps
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While entering the area of the castle, you will undergo an airport-style security check
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Free audio tours guide everyone through its lavish state apartments and beautiful chapels; certain areas may be off limits if in use
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Most of the rooms are open to the public making it a must see
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Try to book tickets for windsor castle with the help of some guided tours that can introduce you the place better
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Visit the windsor castle, windsor brewery and explore the countryside before returning to london
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Its main thoroughfare, thames street, leads away from the castle to become high street and sheet street respectively
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Visitors can take a self-guided tour of the castle with a free multimedia tour
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It is a nice place to visit and see the sights
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It is the oldest and largest continually occupied castle in the world and a must-see attraction
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