The colours of autumn are nature’s final flourish before the onset of winter. The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead is beautiful at any time of year but as the seasons move to the orange, golds and reds of autumn, perhaps this is as good a time as any to visit and stay with us!
Choose a cosy and welcoming place to stay
Now the nights are drawing in and the weather is getting cooler, the prospect of a cosy, warm place where you can put up your feet or rest your head after a day’s sightseeing is even more appealing! Some of our accommodation providers even have that roaring and crackling log fire to welcome you.
We have plenty of places to choose from with hotels, guest accommodation and self catering to suit all budgets. Opening soon is Fairmont Windsor Park. Great Fosters has just opened The Dower House with a beautiful selection of brand new rooms and suites. And North Lodge, a private three-bedroom gatehouse cottage, has been unveiled at Coworth Park. Explore our accommodation options here.
Best walks for autumn colour
If you enjoy leaf peeping, conker collecting and bracing walks then you will delight in the Royal Borough’s countryside, parks, gardens and open spaces.
We’ve also selected our five best walks for autumn colour here.
Events and things to do top tips for autumn
There's plenty of things to do when you come. Racing continues at Ascot Racecourse with a move from flat to jumps racing in October. Entertainment at Ascot to accompany the racing includes the fantastic Beer Festival.
Take your pick from some fabulous fireworks spectaculars, and a first for Windsor is Windsor Great Park Illuminated, a very special light trail where the woodland and water of Windsor Great Park will come alive with dazzling lights, dancing stars and breath-taking projections.
At Windsor Castle, the Semi-State Rooms – the private apartments used by The Queen for official entertaining – open to the public and are included in the ticket price.
If you have children to entertain during the school holidays then take a look at our Half Term and Halloween pages.
We’ve put together our top tips for autumn here. And remember to search what's on for when you come and see us.
Autumn feasting
Explore the change of seasons at our restaurants as the flavours of autumn are reflected in their new menus. Whether you crave a fine dining treat or warming pub grub, visit our food and drink page for autumnal food and drink inspiration here.
Short break ideas and inspirational itineraries
Whatever your motivator for a short break – shopping, a spot of culture, romance or a spa experience – we can satisfy your craving! Get more out of your visit by taking a look at our range of themed itineraries too.
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