Coronavirus: what you need to know

Everyone in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead takes the health and wellbeing of our residents, visitors and staff seriously. 

The government’s lockdown announcement on Saturday 31 October means that only essential travel will be possible between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.  Find out more about the new national restrictions from 5 November.

We’ll be working hard to ensure information on windsor.gov.uk is helpful, pertinent and as up to date as possible but we do ask that you check with individual attractions, accommodation providers, restaurants, shops, etc by calling them and checking their websites to make sure you have the very latest information.

It is anticipated that the lockdown will be lifted on Wednesday 2 December; we will keep this page updated and share news on our social channels so please follow VisitWindsor on Twitter and Facebook.

Key information

• Latest information about Coronavirus (Covid-19) can be found on the UK Government website.  
• Visit nhs.uk for health advice and preventative measures
• If you think you are displaying symptoms then visit the NHS’s online 111 coronavirus service for medical advice rather than visiting a GP
• Protect your loved ones. Download the App.  The NHS app will keep you updated on the latest guidance from Thursday 5 November
• The latest tourism-related news and information for UK tourism businesses on Covid-19, including links to useful information and advice, can be found on VisitBritain's website.
• Please check directly with venues, businesses and attractions for the latest information
• Visit the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead’s coronavirus pages for information and service updates.

Frequently asked questions

What tier is the Royal Borough in?

The Royal Borough of Windsor Maidenhead will be in Tier 2: High alert. The rest of Berkshire is also in Tier 2 except Slough who are in Tier 3.  The main points for Tier 2: High alert are:

•  You must not socialise with anyone you do not live with or who is not in your support bubble in any indoor setting, whether at home or in a public place
•  You must not socialise in a group of more than 6 people outside, including in a garden or a public space – this is called the ‘rule of 6’
•  Everyone who can work from home should do so.

Read the full list of restrictions for Tier 2: High alert.

Can I visit the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead?

Government guidelines say that only essential travel will be possible from Thursday 5 November 2020.  If you were due to come and stay with us then you must contact your accommodation provider and those places you were due to visit (attractions, restaurants, etc) with a view to rescheduling once they are able to reopen.

Are businesses open?

To reduce social contact, the Government has ordered certain businesses and venues to close. These include all non-essential retail, indoor and outdoor leisure facilities, entertainment venues and personal care facilities.  A full list of the business closures will be published and set out in law.   

Where can I stay if I’m travelling for essential business?

Some accommodation providers may remain open for those who have to travel for work purposes and we will post details here as soon as we have updates.

Can I eat out?

From 5 November hospitality businesses like restaurants, bars and pubs must close but can still provide takeaway and delivery services.  Visit our Takeaway and Delivery page for more information and please support our local businesses where you can.

Can I buy from local retailers online?

We’ll be putting together information on local independent retailers offering their products online.

Where can I exercise outdoors in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead?

The Royal Borough features some beautiful countryside with more than 1,000 acres of National Trust land in the north and over 4,500 acres of Windsor Great Park, not to mention the River Thames running through the heart of the region. Wrap up warm this autumn and winter and explore some beautiful local outdoor spaces as part of your daily exercise, whether it’s walking, running or cycling.  Find out more about our outdoor spaces. 

Will there be any Christmas events taking place in the Royal Borough?

Find out more about how we will be celebrating Christmas.

Travelling to and around the Royal Borough

Please make sure you check directly with individual businesses before you make a special journey.  Visit our travel information page and get the latest from our local transport providers.

Further information

• Visit the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead’s coronavirus pages for information and service updates
• Latest information about Coronavirus (Covid-19) can be found on the UK Government website.  
• Visit nhs.uk for health advice, preventative measures and downloading the NHS Covid-19 app
• The latest tourism-related news and information for UK tourism businesses on COVID-19, including links to useful information and advice, can be found on VisitBritain's website.

We’ll be working hard to ensure information on windsor.gov.uk is helpful, pertinent and as up to date as possible but we do ask that you check with individual attractions, accommodation providers, restaurants, shops, etc by calling them or checking their websites to make sure you have the latest information.