Windsor Great Park

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Before visiting, please check Windsor Great Park's Visitor Updates for the latest information and advice.

Here is a link to their useful FAQs page with information for visiting Windsor Great Park.

Windsor Great Park will continue to monitor the situation and the Government’s public health guidance closely.

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 three types of membership to help you enjoy the park all year round. Find out more here.

Visitor enquiries to the Savill Garden address above, admin enquiries email enquiries@windsorgreatpark.co.uk tel 01753 860222.

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Events

Wednesday, 22nd September 2021 - Tuesday, 2nd November 2021

Art in the Garden at The Savill GardenSet within the 35 acres of The Savill Garden's colourful gardens, discover over 65 inspirational sculptures exhibited by the Surrey Sculpture Society.: more info

Thursday, 18th November 2021 - Sunday, 9th January 2022

Windsor Great Park IlluminatedEnjoy a magical evening with family and friends as Windsor Great Park comes alive with dazzling lights, dancing stars and breath-taking projections.: more info

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 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

COVID-19 Response

1m distancing in place
Clear signage
Contactless payment only
COVID-19 measures in place
COVID-19 risk assessment completed
COVID-19 staff training completed
Face mask essential (not provided) - Within The Savill Garden Visitor Centre and Virginia Water Pavilion
Face masks required for staff in public areas
Food available during COVID-19 restrictions
Hand sanitizer available to visitors & staff
Hygiene screens in place
Online booking possible - For tickets into The Savill Garden
Open now
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Pets welcome during COVID-19 restrictions
Staff required to regularly wash hands

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 - In The Savill Garden
Horse Riding - Need to apply for membership; please visit website
Licensed for weddings & ceremonies - The Savill Garden Visitor Centre
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

Arrangements for riding / pony trekking - Need to apply for membership; please visit website
Private fishing rights - Need to apply for membership; please visit website

Parking & Transport

Coach parking - At The Savill Garden: £40 for the day, free if visiting The Savill Garden
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

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nickybU962MU
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
No diary free
Saturday, 18th September 2021
Just been for a coffee and a slice of, well I didn't get the cake as was very disappointed to discover you do not do anything diary free in you cake range Surely this is something you could offer... Read full review
752vandy
Bagshot, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Excellent first aid
Friday, 24th September 2021
Having tripped over the ramp to my car in the Savil Gardens car park, I was most grateful for the immediate and knowledgable help provided by Charlotte and Sharon to get me up and into a wheel chair... Read full review
finsky1980
Maidstone, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Solo travel
A whole day out!
Sunday, 17th October 2021
I love this place. I visited on a whim. I’d passed it a few times and not known what to expect. I had a child free day and I love long walks / hikes so thought I’d see what it was all about. I wasn’t... Read full review