I’m Charlotte Stewart; as Web Marketing Executive I look after the content that appears on the Royal Borough’s visitor website windsor.gov.uk and I’ve worked for RBWM since 2002.  I grew up in Windsor and now live in Ascot.  The Royal Borough is a fascinating and wonderfully picturesque destination to promote online.  I could wax lyrical for ages about how much there is to see and do!

Charlotte and Tess

Recently I’ve heard Windsor Great Park described as ‘the lungs of the Royal Borough’ and that rings truer now than ever before.  Up until now it's been easy to take open spaces – and the ability to enjoy them at leisure – for granted.  The terrible threat of Covid-19 and life in lockdown has made so many people realise just how much the outdoors and the changing of the seasons mean to them personally.

I’ve always loved walking in the countryside and having a doggy pal with whom to share this pleasure makes perfect sense.  I cannot wait until I can explore further from home with my canine friend Tess.

Thames Path at Cookham

One of our favourite Royal Borough walks at Cookham and Cock Marsh starts in the car park at Cookham Moor, near Maidenhead, and there are a few reasons for this particular choice.

I love being by the River Thames and part of this walk takes you right along the Thames Path.  There’s wildlife to spot, grazing cattle to circumvent, people on boats to wave at and beautiful riverside houses to admire on the other side of the water!

Cattle by the River Thames

The walk is on land looked after by the National Trust.  I worked for the Trust for many years and support them as a member now.  I love the idea that this place, and its views, are preserved for everyone to enjoy for ever more. 

Thames Path at Cookham

This trail offers a wonderful feeling of wide open space and the views from Winter Hill are far reaching and include another favourite National Trust place of mine: Cliveden.

View from Winter Hill, Cookham

Pretty Cookham is full of hidden gems including the Stanley Spencer Gallery and delightful independent eateries.

You can find out more and follow the Cookham and Cock Marsh walk by visiting the National Trust website.  Happy exploring!

Top three things I'm looking forward to doing post-lockdown

1. Giving my dad a big hug and taking him out for a beer and Sunday lunch at his favourite pub, The Duke of Edinburgh in Woodside.
2. Enjoying a lazy breakfast at Cinnamon Cafe in Windsor Royal Station.  They make the best porridge ever!
3. Going to see some stand up comedy at Norden Farm, Maidenhead.  We all deserve some light relief.

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Cookham
Towns & Villages
Cookham, image courtesy Nicola Bell

Visit pretty, historic Cookham, home to authors and artists, including Sir Stanley Spencer. Explore interesting shops, friendly cafes, pubs and restaurants and enjoy countryside and riverside walks.

Stanley Spencer Gallery
Gallery
Stanley Spencer Gallery. © The Estate of  Spencer.  All Rights Reserved, 2015 / Bridgeman Art Library

The Stanley Spencer Gallery is situated in the heart of Cookham, the picturesque ‘village in heaven’ where Spencer was born and painted for most of his life.

Cliveden
Garden
Cliveden's Long Garden

Relax in the informal splendour 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.

Cinnamon Café
Café
Cinnamon Café logo

Founded in 2001, Cinnamon Café is a locally-owned, family-run and independently-operated business located in Windsor Royal Station. Discover a full food menu as well as hot drinks to enjoy.

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts
Arts Centre
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts

Maidenhead’s only purpose built entertainment venue – offering gigs, comedy, films and more! With a licensed Café Bar for lunch, dinner or just drinks with friends.

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