Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world.
Over a period of nearly 1,000 years it has been inhabited continuously, and altered and refurbished by successive monarchs.
Some were great builders, strengthening the Castle against uprising and rebellion; others, living in more peaceful times, created a palatial Royal residence.
William the Conqueror chose the site, high above the river Thames and on the edge of a Saxon hunting ground. |
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What there is to see
The magnificent State Apartments are furnished with some of the finest works of art from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, Canaletto, Gainsborough and the famous triple portrait of Charles I by Sir Anthony Van Dyck.
St George's Chapel is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in England and 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.
Please note: St. George's Chapel is open daily but closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day.
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Prices
Adults £13.50
Seniors £11.50
Children (Under 17) £7.50
(Please note that the ticket price does include a Booking Fee)
Opening hours
March to October: 09:45 to 17:15 (last admission 16:00)
November to February: 09:45 to 16:15 (last admission 15:00)
Audio Guide
An audio guide is included in the ticket price and is available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Russian and Mandarin.
Changing of the Guard
On alternate days at 11:00, weather permitting. Changing of the Guard does not take place on Sunday.
All Images - The Royal Collection © 2006, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
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