Windsor Castle

Location

Windsor

Windsor is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and Official Residence of Her Majesty The Queen. Its rich history spans almost 1000 years. The Castle covers an area of about 5 hectares (13 acres) and contains magnificent State Apartments furnished with treasures from the Royal Collection, St George's Chapel (one of the most beautiful ecclesiastical buildings in England and the burial place of 10 monarchs), and Queen Mary's Dolls House, a masterpiece in miniature. During the winter months an additional five rooms, known collectively as the Semi-State Rooms, are included in the visitor route. Standard admission charges apply. The Semi-State Rooms open to the public on 27 September 2008.

Current exhibition in the Drawings Gallery: HRH The Prince of Wales - An exhibition to celebrate his Sixtieth Birthday. Selected from the Royal Collection and from His Royal Highness’s personal archive, the exhibition illustrates key moments in The Prince’s life and reflects his many interests, particularly music, theatre and the arts. Family photographs, favourite books and childhood memorabilia are shown alongside a small group of watercolours painted by His Royal Highness.

Band Concerts will take place every Sunday, weather permitting, in the Jubilee Garden at 2pm from 4th May to 31st August 2008.

The East End of the North Terrace will be open to the public from Monday 28 July until Sunday 28 September 2008.

The Moat Garden will be open each Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday during August, with all proceeds donated to charity. Normal Castle opening times apply.

Please note that the Castle closes 1 hour 15 minutes after last entry time (shown under Opening Times).

As Windsor Castle is a working royal palace, opening arrangements may change at short notice. Please check before planning a visit.

Please note the following remaining provisional closure dates during 2008:
25th October 2008: St George's Chapel closed from 1pm.
11th November 2008: CASTLE CLOSED
12th November 2008: State Apartments closed.
12th December 2008: State Apartments closed.
23rd December 2008: St George’s Chapel closed from 1pm (other than to worshippers attending services).
24th December 2008: St George’s Chapel closed (other than to worshippers attending services).
25th-26th December 2008: CASTLE CLOSED (St George’s Chapel open to worshippers).

Opening Times

Open New Year

01/03/2008 - 30/10/2008
Day	Times
Monday	09:45	16:00
Tuesday	09:45	16:00
Wednesday	09:45	16:00
Thursday	09:45	16:00
Friday	09:45	16:00
Saturday	09:45	16:00
Sunday	09:45	16:00
Bank Holiday	09:45	16:00

01/11/2008 - 31/12/2008
Day	Times
Monday	09:45	15:00
Tuesday	09:45	15:00
Wednesday	09:45	15:00
Thursday	09:45	15:00
Friday	09:45	15:00
Saturday	09:45	15:00
Sunday	09:45	15:00
Bank Holiday	09:45	15:00

Ticket Information

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff*
Family	£38.10
Adult	£14.80
Concession	£13.30
Child	£8.50

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Contact Details

Windsor
Berkshire
SL4 1NJ

Tel: +44 020 7766 7304

Fax: +44 020 7930 9625

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Location Map

Facilities

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Induction loop on audio tour.
Guide Dogs Permitted
Ramp/Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Payment Methods

American Express accepted
Delta accepted
Groups Accepted - Only Blue Bage Guides accredited to Windsor Castle are permitted to guide within the precincts of the Castle.
Maestro Accepted
MasterCard accepted
Max group size - 9999
Min group size - 15
Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
Visa accepted

Establishment Features

Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
Toilets

Specialist Features

Family Fun - Family activities will take place in the Moat Education Room from 1 to 24 August 2008. The theme is 'Castles Long Ago' and families will follow the blue activity trail around the Castle and then have the opportunity to make 3D model castles to take home. In addition, there will be Guided Family Tours, focussing on castle defences, every weekend during August; two tours will run each day at 12pm and 2pm.

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups
Guided Tours Available for Individuals - Guided Family Tours, focussing on castle defences, every weekend during August; two tours will run each day at 12pm and 2pm.