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Bank Holiday Events & Things to Do in Windsor and Maidenhead

Everyone loves a long weekend! A bank holiday is a great opportunity to get away, do something different and give yourself a proper break, whether you choose to spend it with the family, friends or loved ones. Windsor and the Royal Borough is the most perfect place to spend a long weekend, whether you're here to visit friends and relatives, explore our many things to do, check out a special event or simply come to soak up the atmosphere, do some shopping and enjoy the top notch food and drink!

Be sure to check out all our things to do, as well as outdoor events and activities and family-friendly events. Discover some great places to eat and drink, or take the opportunity to do some shopping.

If you're looking for a place to stay, check out our accommodation pages for a range of options including guest accommodation, camping, hotels and self catering.

Summer bank holiday

In 2026, the Summer bank holiday will take place on Monday 31 August. Fingers crossed that the weather is sunny so that outdoor events that weekend like Royal Windsor Racecourse's Summer Saturday is a sizzling day for all!

Good Friday and Easter Monday

Good Friday and Easter Monday take place on 26 and 29 March 2027 respectively. The Easter weekend is a great time to get out and about, catch up with family and friends and enjoy the spring displays and the special events and activities taking place in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

Early May bank holiday

The next Early May bank holiday will take place on Monday 3 May 2027.

If you're coming for an event, check out our accommodation pages in plenty of time and bag yourself a great place to stay.

Spring bank holiday

In 2027, the Spring bank holiday falls on Monday 31 May. The weather is warming up and there's lots to keep you entertained outdoors, but we've got you covered for great indoor activities too in case it rains!

Annual bank holidays

England has eight public holidays in total: New Year, Good Friday, Easter Monday, early May bank holiday, Spring bank holiday, Summer bank holiday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Keep checking this page as we'll update it with all the great things to see and do while you're here.

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The Floating Spa | Monkey Island Estate

Maidenhead

Moored on the banks of the fish-tail shaped Monkey Island in Bray, a refuge of Georgian elegance, forest and seclusion in the middle of the River Thames, this luxury floating spa is the first of its kind.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Bobbie Blue Badge

Windsor

Cheerful and experienced multi-lingual Blue Badge guide operating in the Thames and Chilterns and specialising in Windsor, Windsor Castle, Henley-on-Thames, Oxford, other Thames-side towns and TV filming location tours. In addition to traditional…

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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…

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Windsor & Eton Brewery

Windsor

Fancy sampling locally brewed beer? Then look no further than Windsor and Eton Brewery.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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Windsor Tourist Guides Ltd

Windsor

Windsor Tourist Guides Ltd - a multi-award winning company based in Royal Windsor offering private guided tours of Windsor Castle and St George's Chapel and walking tours of Windsor.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Group Tours of Cumberland Lodge

Windsor

Step inside the historic Cumberland Lodge and uncover over 350 years of fascinating stories, royal connections, and social impact. Nestled in the heart of Windsor Great Park, our beautiful 17th-century lodge has hosted monarchs, scholars, and…

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
5-day Family Windsor Itinerary

Windsor

Suggested 5-day itinerary if you are in Windsor for a short break.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Spirit of England Tours

Spirit of England Tours offer you and your group professional blue badge guided tours of Windsor and Eton, Windsor Castle and The Savill Garden. Corporate groups welcome.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Rock the Rec Windsor

Windsor

Rock the Rec Windsor is a music festival organised by Clewer & Dedworth Together CIC, showcasing great music in the heart of Windsor. The event promises a day of incredible live performances, great food, and an electric atmosphere for all ages. Best…

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30 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 21:00
Walking Tours in Windsor

Walking Tours in Windsor provides local tour experiences with passionate, local guides. We look forward to showing off our wonderful town with you!

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
The Spa at Coworth Park

Ascot

Nestled in the grounds, the beautiful Spa at Coworth Park is an oasis of calm overlooking the wildflower meadow and polo fields, with The Spatisserie serving light bites and drinks. Eight treatment rooms, a relaxation room, state-of-the-art gym and…

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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.

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4 Apr 2026to30 Nov 2026
Kris Cruisers

Datchet, Nr Windsor

Self-drive boat hire for a week, a day or just a few hours. With no experience or licence required, relax, unwind and discover the hidden treasures of the River Thames with Kris Cruisers Holiday Boats and Day Boats.

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29 Mar 2026to31 Oct 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
5-day Classic Windsor Itinerary

Windsor

5-day Classic itinerary exploring Windsor and some of England's historic cities.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Ascot Carriages

Horse-drawn carriage rides in Windsor Great Park, departing The Savill Garden Visitor Centre, The Savill Garden, 4 miles from Windsor Castle. Enjoy this beautiful area from a different perspective.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Spa Illuminata at Danesfield House Hotel

Marlow on Thames

Step into a wonderful world of relaxation at Spa Illuminata Danesfield House, where you’ll find all the facilities you need and a full list of treatments to keep you occupied for several hours. If the gym, indoor pool, Jacuzzi, poolside steam room…

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Guards Polo Club

Windsor Great Park

The best place in the world to watch the fast-paced sport of polo is Guards Polo Club, situated in the heart of Windsor Great Park and founded by HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, in 1955.

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1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026
Utopia Retreat at Great Fosters

Egham

At the heart of Utopia Retreat is our art-deco heated outdoor pool & hot tub (open May to September), with treatment rooms (available year round) spread across the Estate. When you're feeling run down, fatigued and stressed or just because you…

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
2-day Classic Windsor Itinerary

Windsor

Coming to Windsor for a couple of days? Check out our suggested 2-day itinerary.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
2-day Family Windsor Itinerary

Windsor

Lucky enough to have two days to get a taste of wonderful Windsor and Eton? Then read on for some ideas as to how to get the most out of your time in our lovely town.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026