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Royal Windsor Horse Show

Type:Sporting Event

Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1NJ
Royal Windsor Horse Show - people at tables under parasols watching showjumping

About

Taking place from Thursday 14 to Sunday 17 May 2026, the Royal Windsor Horse Show is the only event that opens the private grounds of Windsor Castle to the public.

This much‑loved annual spectacle hosts world‑class international equestrian competition across the FEI disciplines of Show Jumping, Driving and Endurance, culminating on Sunday with the prestigious Rolex Grand Prix.

Visitors can also enjoy four arenas of top‑level Showing classes, exciting equestrian and military displays and a vibrant country lifestyle shopping village. With so much to see and do, the Royal Windsor Horse Show offers an unforgettable family day out this spring.

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Royal Windsor Horse Show ticket types

There are three types of ticket to the Show:

GENERAL ENTRY
Allows access to the whole Show and the unreserved seating around the Castle Arena. Please note, visitors are not guaranteed a seat at the Castle Arena, which will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Concession prices are available for those aged over 65 and under 18, with student cards or with access requirements. Those aged under eight are entitled to a ticket free of charge. There is a Family ticket type for each day of the Show, offering a reduced rate for two adults and two under 18s. A Group discount is available for 10 or more General Entry tickets.

RESERVED SEATS: UPDATED FOR 2026
If you wish to reserve a seat around the Castle Arena, you can book a Reserved Seat ticket. These tickets include access to the whole Show and a Reserved Seat in the Castle Arena grandstand. Visitors can choose from the seating plan whether they wish to sit in the West Grandstand (with a view towards the Royal Box) or the Castle Grandstand (with a view towards Windsor Castle). Concession prices are available for those aged over 65, under 18, with student cards or with access requirements. Please note, under eights are charged at Concession rates if they require a seat. Children aged two and under who are seated on a parent or guardian’s lap for the duration of the event are admitted free of charge.

MEMBERSHIP OF THE ROYAL WINDSOR HORSE SHOW CLUB
A limited number of Memberships are for sale each year.  Membership includes access to the Show each day for the Member and one guest, a programme and parking, plus benefits which include tickets to other events. Members benefit from reduced membership rates in subsequent years from when they first take out Membership. Additionally, Day Memberships are also available for the Thursday and Friday of the Show. Please note, Day Membership does not include guest badges or reciprocal benefits.

Book Tickets for Royal Windsor Horse Show

You can purchase all tickets and extras by heading to our website at www.rwhs.co.uk, with discounts available for concessions and group bookings.  

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Guide Prices

General entry from £28, family tickets from £25, group of 10+ from £23.

Map & Directions

Opening Times

Royal Windsor Horse Show 2026 (14 May 2026 - 17 May 2026)
Royal Windsor Horse Show 2027 (13 May 2027 - 16 May 2027)

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