Windsor Castle

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A true castle, Windsor is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and the Official Residence of Her Majesty The Queen. Its rich history spans almost 1000 years. It covers an area of 26 acres and contains, as well as a royal palace, a magnificent chapel and the homes and workplaces of a large number of people.

Among the highlights of a visit to Windsor is Queen Mary's Dolls' House, the most famous dolls' house in the world.

You will also find St George's Chapel here, one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in England. It is the spiritual home of the Order of the Garter, the senior order of British Chivalry established in 1348 by Edward III. Within the chapel are the tombs of ten sovereigns, including Henry VIII and his third wife Jane Seymour, and Charles I.

The castle is a bit out of the way, but it is a fun and worthwhile journey. A small town surrounds the castle as well, where you will find crafts, restaurants, and shopping.


Admission is 15.50 pounds.

How to get there
By train: To Windsor from London Waterloo or London Paddington.
By coach: Green Line operates daily services from Victoria Coach Station, London.
By road: M4 to Exit 6. M3 to Exit 3.
Address: Windsor Castle, Windsor, SL4 1NJ

Official Windsor Site




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