Royal traditions, stone streets, river side parks and unchanging rhythm for centuries, Windsor, a short journey away from the city one of the rare stops.
We have prepared a 24-hour route for you. We started this route directly from Heathrow by car, approximately half an hour away.
Our first stop is Windsor Castle, which has been in use for over 900 years and is one of the most important symbols of the British monarchy.
Windsor Castle: definitely must-sees: Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, The State Apartments and St George’s Chapel.
The State Apartments boast numerous charming bedrooms, dining rooms, and meeting rooms. Inside, there’s even a very opulent bed, seemingly belonging to the King, topped with a huge crown. St. George’s Hall, where the last US President Donald J. Trump was hosted, is also a must-see. While you might want to photograph every corner, photography is prohibited inside due to a peculiar policy. The Christmas decorations are particularly beautiful. It’s worth a visit just to witness the changing of the guard.
15th century Gothic architecture St. George’s Chapel, has been used for centuries for royal weddings, funerals and the most important ceremonies home hosting has been. Queen Elizabeth II’s burial and at the same time Harry and Meghan’s wedding took place there.
Secondly, there’s the option of walking around Thames Street and Guildhall. And if the weather permits, you can even take a boat trip on the Thames River.
The Long Walk, the castle’s magnificent views can be enjoyed here on a walk you can take.
Near Windsor, for a quick lunch, we stopped at Franco Manca for a delicious pizza break.
During our single night in Windsor, we stayed at the Fairmont Windsor Park . An old royal estate on the grounds, away from the historic centre’s bustle, it is, in the true sense of the word, a secluded hotel.
For dinner in the evening our choice is Loch & Tyne. Our only reason for going back to Windsor is this gastropub.
Head Chef Adam Handling’s kitchen is based on modern British cuisine with a focus on main dishes that are more less experimental but very well thought-out dishes. The restaurant is featured as Bib Gourmand by Michelin. Our favourite of the main courses was definitely the squash ravioli and the venison that followed.
In the snacks however the chef’s character stands out:
• Chicken butter – A Sunday classic for the English: Inspired by Sunday roast, this dish consists of butter, liver pâté and crispy chicken pieces, one of the chef’s signature dishes. • Haggis scotch egg
• ‘Mother’ – A small nod to the chef’s mother, who was vegetarian just before he opened his first restaurant. Unpretentious, warm and truly good food… A calm but powerful dinner befitting Windsor. Loch & Tyne also offers accommodation.
* This content was prepared with the contributions of Great Campaign and Visit Windsor.
