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Outdoor events and activities in and around Windsor

For a destination as beautiful as ours, being outdoors in the fresh air is second to none and a great way to appreciate the Windsor & Eton, Maidenhead and Ascot area. There are plenty of great outdoor activities to choose from, whatever the season; from water sports, open top bus tours and boat rides in the sunnier months to bracing walks in the depths of winter!

Enjoy open-top and outdoor tours

See more of the area on board one of Golden Tours' open-top tour buses. Or listen to the sound of horses’ hooves and some fascinating stories aboard one of our lovely horse-drawn carriages – Windsor Carriages and Ascot Carriages are the two companies operating in the area, both with access to the beautiful Windsor Great Park.

Our Blue Badge Guides can’t wait to share their stories about the Windsor area with you. If you prefer to ‘do your own thing’ then we have two walkways you can explore – for Windsor and for Eton – plus trails and walking apps to be inspired by too.

Love to be by the water? The Thames is the river that flows through Windsor and the Royal Borough, between Hurley and Runnymede, so why not follow the Thames Trail and discover the fascinating towns and villages along the river in our patch.

Discover water-based activities

If you prefer to be on the water, then you couldn’t have come to a better place! We have some great ways to enjoy the River Thames; some are relaxing and others are more energetic!

Hire a canoe, kayak or SUP with Canoe & Kayak Adventures. Try your hand at a range of watersports at Bray Lake Watersports. Hire a motor boat or rowing boat from John Logie Motor Boats. Enjoy skippering your own day or holiday boat with Kris Cruisers or take a public boat trip on the River Thames with French Brothers.

For a touch of luxury why not hire a skippered passenger boat with The Boat Hire Company or Boating at Bray or experience an onboard dining cruise with Windsor & Maidenhead Boat Company for a special treat?

For the best of both worlds, Windsor Duck Tours offer a road and river adventure in central Windsor.

Cheer on the horses and jockeys

Our two racecourses – Ascot and Royal Windsor – both offer year-round meetings that feature flat and jumps racing. You can’t beat getting close to the action on the race track and enjoying the entertainment that’s laid on at each meeting.

Get active on a visit to the Windsor area

If you enjoy cycling then following National Cycle Route (Network 4) will take you through the tree-lined roads and far-reaching views of Windsor Great Park, part of the Crown Estate. There are other designated cycle routes to be discovered there too.

About 20 minutes’ drive from Windsor (near Bracknell) you’ll find mountain biking at Swinley Forest, also part of the Crown Estate. Here you’ll discover 24km of routes for all levels – these fantastic purpose-designed trails offer steep gradients, big air jumps and fast-paced trail cycling.

Discover a day out in the treeops at Go Ape, also situated at Swinley Forest. Clamber up rope ladders, tackle tricky crossings, experience their iconic ziplines, explore on a segway experience or have a go at axe throwing! Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family, they have the adventure scene covered.

If you enjoy horse riding, we have local riding schools offering escorted hacks in the beautiful and extensive Windsor Great Park.

The Royal Borough, and the area immediately surrounding it, is famed for its golf and is home to some of the finest championship courses this country has to offer including Wentworth and Sunningdale.

Some of our hotels can arrange for guests to play at nearby clubs. Check individual accommodation pages and ask about golf packages that include dinner, bed and breakfast and 18 holes.

Discover our parks, gardens and open spaces

Enjoy a visit to one of our beautiful parks, gardens and open spaces such as The Savill Garden and National Trust Cliveden and Runnymede. Garden lovers will enjoy a visit to the Royal Windsor Flower Show in June.

Outdoor playgrounds

Explore a fascinating world of walkways, slides, sculptures and treehouses at Adventure Play, hidden within the woodland at Windsor Great Park and located next to The Savill Garden. Experience this hand-crafted adventure playground together, as you feed the imagination of young minds and build their confidence. Adventure Play is suitable for children from 2 to 12 years with adult supervision required at all times.

Go wild at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland on the outskirts of Windsor. Many of the theme park's 55 rides and attractions are outdoors and of course there are themed lands to explore including the amazing Miniland featuring almost 40 million LEGO® bricks!

Discover a number of outdoor events in our town centres too like our food and farmers’ markets.

Take a look below for our regularly-updated list of outdoor events and activities in Windsor and the Royal Borough; we look forward to welcoming you...

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Adventure Play

Englefield Green, Egham

Adventure Play is a unique, hand-crafted adventure playground at Windsor Great Park. Hidden within the woodland next to The Savill Garden, you’ll discover a fascinating world of walkways, slides, sculptures and treehouses.
Windsor Carriages

Windsor

Discover Windsor’s royal landscape with Windsor Carriages, where historic horse-drawn carriages, expert guiding and personal hospitality come together in individually planned visits and events.
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1698 reviews
Windsor Great Park

Windsor Great Park, Windsor

Windsor Great Park covers 4,800 acres, huge parts of which are open to the public. Windsor Great Park is the perfect place for picnics, eating, shopping, running, walking, cycling, horse riding and fishing. Families will love the children's play…
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Windsor Great Park One-to-One Photography Workshops

Egham

Photographer Gill Heppell has spent the last 15 years photographing Windsor Great Park and her work can be seen in The Savill Garden Visitor Centre and the Virginia Water Pavilion. Join Gill for a one-to-one bespoke photography workshop. You set…
Go Quest Adventures Windsor

Windsor

Explore the streets of Windsor's town centre and unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way all self-guided through the Go Quest Adventures app.
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36 reviews
The Boat Hire Company

Bray, Windsor

The Boat Hire Company provide luxury, skippered boat hire and boat tours between Windsor and Maidenhead; accommodating 2 to 12 passengers. Our vintage river boats can be hired by the hour or for a full day and are a great way to see some of the…
Go Ape Bracknell

Bracknell

Looking for something unique to do in the great outdoors? Whether you’re a thrill seeker looking for action-packed fun or simply after some quality time with friends and family Go Ape has the adventure scene covered.
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1233 reviews
Windsor Duck Tours

Windsor

You haven’t seen Windsor until you’ve seen it by Duck! Laugh, learn and enjoy our 1 hour live guided tour by road and river. Our unique adventure begins in the heart of Windsor, taking in the famous sights before ‘SPLASHDOWN’ into the River Thames,…
Canoe & Kayak Adventures

Windsor

Experience one of the UK's most visited sites from a whole new perspective, from river level. With the magical backdrop of the Royal Town of Windsor and Windsor Castle, we specialise in guided canoe and kayak tours on the River Thames.
Discover Eton Challenge

Eton

Have a go at Eton Information Centre's Discovery Challenge! Get your map from the Eton Information Centre. Follow the map and try to spot various features around Eton and see if you are able to crack the code. Suitable for both children and adults.
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13439 reviews
The Captain's Inspection

Windsor

On certain days, visitors to Windsor Castle will be able to see an extra Armed Forces ceremony when they visit the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world!
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1284 reviews
French Brothers Ltd

Windsor

French Brothers run boat trips on the River Thames from Windsor, Runnymede and Maidenhead. Choose from a short return trip or a full-day cruise.
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2110 reviews
Fireworks Night

Marlow on Thames

Join us for an enchanting evening filled with awe and wonder as we light up the sky with a breath-taking firework display. Bring your friends and family for a night of dazzling lights, joyous celebrations and memories that will last a lifetime.
Sundown Adventures at Go Ape Bracknell

Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell

Looking for something fun-filled, action-packed and adventurous this autumn? Back for 2026, Sundown Adventures makes a return to Swinley Forest, Bracknell.
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531 reviews
Windsor Fireworks Night | Royal Windsor Racecourse

Windsor

Join Royal Windsor Racecourse for a classic evening of colour, warmth and celebration. Windsor Fireworks Night 2026 brings a traditional theme to the course, offering a welcoming night out for family and friends.
Ascot Farmers' Market

Ascot

Ascot Farmers' Market offers a great choice of fresh produce, pies and pastries, dairy products and plants whilst on-site parking means a stress-free shopping experience.
Maidenhead Farmers' Market

Maidenhead

Buy direct from local farmers, growers and dedicated small artisan producers and benefit from fresh quality food, honestly produced with a known provenance.
Windsor on Ice

Windsor

Windsor On Ice offers a great value day out for all the family, regardless of the weather, as our main ice skating rink is fully covered. An excellent, fun venue for days out with the children, Christmas, Birthday or Corporate Parties and a great…
Windsor Great Park Illuminated

Wick Lane, Englefield Green

Windsor Great Park Illuminated returns from Friday 13 November to Sunday 3 January with a spectacular trail through the enchanting woodland. Experience dazzling lights, breathtaking projections, and magical fountain displays that bring the forest to…
High Spirits! Ghost Walk in Windsor

Windsor

With Debbie Keenan as your guide this Halloween, walk the streets of a town that has seen hangings and burnings at the stake, as you hear stories of strange sightings in Windsor Great Park and a royal ghost spotted by Queen Elizabeth II.