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History of Windsor Castle. Over a period of nearly 1,000 years Windsor Castle 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.
The Moat Room features a bronze model of Windsor Castle in 1377, drawing on the most recent research of how the Castle looked in the past as one of the greatest medieval palaces in Europe. A timeline illustrated with reigning monarchs along the length of the room provides context for the history of Windsor Castle.
There is a lot to see and do at Windsor Castle, so please allow enough time to make the most of your visit. We suggest between 1½ and 2 hours. The Castle is at the top of a steep hill, and the visitor route covers long distances. We recommend you wear comfortable shoes.
Nov 1, 2011 · Undercroft Café at Windsor Castle, Windsor and Maidenhead A café quite unlike any other, the Undercroft is on the ground floor of Windsor Castle underneath St George’s Hall. It’s one of the oldest surviving spaces in the 1,000-year-old Castle, dating back to Edward III’s major renovations during the 1350s and 1360s.
May 18, 2019 · Windsor Castle is open to the public and visitors can explore the history and significance of Windsor Castle. Take a sneak peak via our virtual tours. The first tour is of a traditional State Banquet in St George's Hall. Click on the small images underneath the tour to access the other rooms: the Waterloo Chamber and the Crimson Drawing Room.
Discover the fascinating history and enduring legacy of the Round Tower at Windsor Castle, one of the most iconic and recognizable landmarks in the United Kingdom. Explore the tower's origins as a key part of the castle's defences, and its subsequent use as a prison, storehouse, and site for royal ceremonies. Learn about the tower's impressive engineering and architecture, which have enabled ...
Apr 30, 2024 · For nearly a thousand years, Windsor Castle has stood as a symbol of Britain’s strength and power. As the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, Windsor holds endless history within ...
