Things to Do in Windsor

Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It is open to visitors throughout the year. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 40 monarchs. There are a lot of things to see and do at Windsor Castle. In the State Apartments you’ll explore ceremonial rooms that are used today by the Royal Family and you’ll discover historical rooms that were built for Charles II and his Queen, Catherine of Braganza. The ceremonial rooms are the main State Apartments that are used today by the Royal Family. Within these rooms the monarch hosts official visits by Heads of State from other countries, investitures, and awards ceremonies, where people from all walks of life are recognised for their achievements. Perhaps the most striking room is the Grand Reception Room. With its chandeliers and gilding it was once used as the main ballroom in the Castle. One object you can't miss in this room is the large malachite urn, presented to Queen Victoria by Tsar Nicholas I in 1839, and one of the largest examples outside Russia. Looking around the gold-covered walls and ceilings it's hard to believe that this room was so severely damaged in the fire of

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Take in fascinating history and architecture with a tour to the Bronze Age site of Stonehenge, the historic cathedral city of Salisbury, and Windsor Castle. Windsor Castle Dating back almost 1, 000 years, Windsor Castle is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world. It's one of the official residences of His Majesty King Charles III. During your visit, you can explore the plush royal State Apartments, steeped in history and abundant with antique furnishings. Lining the walls are priceless works of art for you to admire by artists such as Rembrandt and Rubens. Be sure to visit The Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House which is truly a spectacular model. It’s one of the largest, most famous and most beautiful doll houses in the world. Built for Queen Mary in the early 1920s, you’ll get to admire the fabulous details of this model royal home; complete with electricity and working lifts. This is a real treat to see. During your visit, you will also see St George’s Chapel, the final resting place of 10 monarchs including Queen Elizabeth II, and the royal wedding venue for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Soak in sights of the gothic architecture of the stunning chapel which is considered some of the finest in England. Stonehenge Marvel at mysterious Stonehenge, which has withstood the elements and man for 5, 000 years. Almost 80 stones, some weighing up to 40 tons, still stand. How did they get there? What was its purpose? Was it a burial site? Was it an astronomical clock? Learn more about this ancient monument that continues to puzzle scholars to this day. Salisbury Cathedral Visit what many consider the finest medieval cathedral in Britain. The 123 metre spire is still the tallest in England and marked a revolution in cathedral architecture when it was built 800 years ago. In the Chapter House, see one of only four existing original copies of the Magna Carta, the famous agreement made between King John and his barons in

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