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Windsor Great Park

Type:Country / Royal Park

The Crown Estate, The Crown Estate Office, Windsor Great Park, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 2HT

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About

Windsor Great Park covers 4,800 acres, parts of which are open to the public. Its present area was determined in the 1360s and was popular with Saxon kings as a hunting forest. The park is shrouded in mystery and legend and for over 1,000 years the story of Herne the Hunter has been told. His ghost still appears wearing the antlers of a stag, riding a phantom black stallion at the head of a pack of black hounds. He appears to warn of times of trouble and gallops through Windsor Great Park only to disappear into thin air.

The park today is the perfect place for picnics, eating, shopping, running, walking, cycling, horse riding and fishing. Families will love the children's play area near The Savill Garden.  You'll find a range of downloadable maps and guides on the Windsor Great Park website to help you plan your visit.

Entry is free to all public areas of Windsor Great Park, except for the Savill Garden. Car Parking charges apply. Windsor Great Park is open year round from 7am to dusk.

Windsor Great Park is accessible from Windsor town centre on foot via the Long Walk, or car parks are located along the A332 that goes through the Park (some of these are free, some make a charge). Alternatively you can drive to Virginia Water and park at Virginia Water South or Virginia Water car parks for a walk around the lake, where you will pass a totem pole and miniature waterfall.  Find out more about Windsor Great Park parking and car parks.

Windsor Great Park offers two types of membership to help you enjoy the park all year round.  Find out more here.

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Events

Tuesday, 2nd April 2024 - Thursday, 4th April 2024

Adults and children in Windsor Great ParkEaster Eggsplorers | Windsor Great ParkJoin us at Windsor Great Park for an Easter egg hunt! Search for wildlife's exciting eggs and crack the egg mystery.
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Sunday, 7th April 2024 - Sunday, 7th April 2024

Man forest bathingWoodland Wonders Forest Bathing | Adult Learning SessionImmerse yourself in the beauty of the woodland during this Forest Bathing session and explore the role of colour and beauty in nature.
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Thursday, 18th April 2024 - Thursday, 18th April 2024

FunghiAn Artists' Eye Photography Walk | Adult Learning SessionDevelop your creativity and take a wander through the private woodlands of Windsor Great Park, searching for subtle and beautiful details within our natural environment and seeing just how exciting camera phone photography can be.
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Sunday, 5th May 2024 - Sunday, 5th May 2024

Man forest bathingBirdsong Symphony Forest Bathing | Adult Learning SessionListen to the chorus of birds and natures symphonic sounds in this Forest Bathing session amongst the trees.
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Sunday, 2nd June 2024 - Sunday, 2nd June 2024

Man forest bathingSummer Solstice Forest Bathing | Adult Learning SessionMark the coming summer solstice with a special Forest Bathing session, focusing on the sun's energy and its impact on the woodland.
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Sunday, 7th July 2024 - Sunday, 7th July 2024

Man forest bathingTree Wisdom Forest Bathing | Adult Learning SessionConnect with the wisdom of trees young and old during this Forest Bathing session and explore the hidden life of the woodland canopy.
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Sunday, 1st September 2024 - Sunday, 1st September 2024

Man forest bathingAutumn's Artistry Forest Bathing | Adult Learning SessionWitness the forest's transition to autumn during this special Forest Bathing session
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Sunday, 6th October 2024 - Sunday, 6th October 2024

Man forest bathingHarvest and Gratitude Forest Bathing | Adult Learning SessionEmbrace the theme of gratitude as you connect with the woodland during this Forest Bathing session and give thanks for the year's abundance.
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Sunday, 3rd November 2024 - Sunday, 3rd November 2024

Man forest bathingWoodland of Reflection Forest Bathing | Adult Learning SessionReflect on your journey and the wisdom gained from the woodland during the last forest bathing session of the year.
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Facilities

Catering

  • Cafe - At Virginia Water Pavilion
  • Catering for groups - At The Savill Garden Visitor Centre - The Savill Garden Kitchen
  • Catering Provided - At The Savill Garden Kitchen
  • Food Shop on site - At The Savill Garden Visitor Centre
  • Full liquor licence - At The Savill Garden Kitchen
  • Outdoor eating area
  • Picnic area
  • Restaurant - The Savill Garden Kitchen
  • Take away food - The Savill Garden Kitchen, The Potting Shed at The Savill Garden Visitor Centre, the Virginia Water Pavilion Café, Obelisk Pond, Blacknest Gate and seasonal at The Totem Pole
  • Vegetarians catered for

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing - At The Savill Garden Visitor Centre
  • Children's Meals - At The Savill Garden Kitchen and Virginia Water Pavilion
  • Family Friendly, Children Welcome
  • Highchair(s) available - At The Savill Garden Kitchen
  • Outdoor children’s play area - At The Obelisk Lawn near The Savill Garden

Establishment Features

  • Dogs Accepted - (not The Savill Garden)
  • Dogs admitted on a lead - Deer Park and Valley Gardens
  • Dogs welcome
  • Fishing - Need to apply for membership; please visit website
  • Garden / Grounds for visitors use
  • Gift shop - At The Savill Garden Visitor Centre and Virginia Water Pavilion
  • Groups welcome - By prior arrangement in The Savill Garden
  • Guided tours by arrangement - For groups in The Savill Garden
  • Horse Riding - Need to apply for membership; please visit website
  • Open all year round - Except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at The Savill Garden
  • Open Christmas
  • Open New Year
  • Open on bank holidays

Leisure Facilities

  • Private fishing rights - Need to apply for membership; please visit website

Parking & Transport

  • Off-road parking
  • Own car park (Fee Applies)
  • Secure cycle parking - at The Savill Garden Visitor Centre

Provider Preferences

  • Countryside Setting
  • In countryside
  • Outdoor Attraction

Specialist Features

  • Cyclists welcome - Cyclists welcome in designated areas
  • Educational Groups
  • Family Fun
  • Marketed Towards Children
  • Marketed Towards Families
  • Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
  • Marketed towards student/youth

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Guided Tours Available for Groups - In The Savill Garden

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available
  • Min group size numeric qualifier - 10 – In The Savill Garden

Special Offers

  • Gift Vouchers

    Give the gift of regular visits to Windsor Great Park and The Savill Garden. Buy a gift voucher for either Member of Windsor Great Park or Friend of The Savill Garden. 

    Find out more here.

    Vouchers for Gifts and Experiences - redeem this special offer immediately

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    Recent Reviews:

    • hollyreadingberks
      Wokingham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Windsor Great Park Illuminated
      4 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 3rd January 2024
      Windsor Great Park Illuminated Visited on a busy sunday, we went last year but really enjoyed it. The layout was set out different but all the favourites were still there. We loved that they used... Read full review
    • Lighter111
      Surrey, United Kingdom
      Windsor illuminated show
      4 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 4th January 2024
      Went to visit Windsor illuminated, saville garden was nice enjoyed the walk, and lights with different themes. Book your parking spot with tickets additional cost. Some food spots dotted around. Read full review
    • bclements1
      Belfast, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      No encouragement to visit regularly
      2 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 30th January 2024
      Deeply disappointed with exorbitant parking fees if they were less we would visit more often and stay longer there are plenty of other alternatives so the ball is in your court Read full review

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    Opening Times

    Open (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

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