Bedsearcher's Guide to Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle, with its fairy tale turrets and towers, is the largest continually inhabited castle in the world. Since it was begun by William the Conqueror in the 11th Century to its prestigious stature as the ancestral home of Queen Elizabeth II today, Windsor has stood for nearly a millennium. The Castle is home to Her Majesty The Queen and guides of the Castle are available. Windsor Castle remained much the same throughout the 20th century as it had from the time of George IV, however a 1992 fire devastated the Castle. The fire evidently began in the northeast section of the Upper Ward as a spotlight ignited a curtain. The fire spread at roof level to surrounding areas of the Castle despite frantic efforts of Castle staff and the fire brigade to control the flames. It was decided that the damaged rooms would be completely restored while the destroyed rooms would be rebuilt to new designs. The goal of creating modern Gothic, original in detail and tradition, was met in the final product when the Castle restoration was completed 5 years later. Windsor Castle was restored £3,000,000 under budget at £37,000,000.

Hotels near Windsor Castle

There are many hotels near Windsor Castle which can be booked online through Bedsearcher. The Windsor Castle hotels vary in price and quality, ranging from unrated but still pleasant budget Windsor Castle UK hotels to five star luxury Windsor Castle UK hotels. Windsor Castle hotels leave you excellently placed for a day at Windsor Castle and where you can really explore the area. Windsor Castle UK hotels can be found often within walking distance of Windsor Castle and hotels a little further away from Windsor Castle are ideal as a base for touring the entire area. Many Windsor Castles hotels offer parking and a range of other facilities, including many Windsor Castle hotels with leisure facilities, ensuite rooms, babysitting services and restaurants. There are many cheap and expensive hotels near Windsor Castle and these are ideal for a relaxing retreat or an overnight stay before or after visiting Windsor Castle. Booking in advance is advisable in many Windsor Castle UK hotels as they are very popular due to their proximity to Windsor Castle although some hotels near Windsor Castle will have spaces if you're visiting during the quiet season. There are many hotels near Windsor Castle and many of these can be booked directly through Bedsearcher.

How to get to Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle is located in the heart of London and is well signposted from all directions.

Opening Times

Entry to Winsor Castle is charged at £10.50 and is open between March and October from 10am until 5.30pm and November to February from 10am until 4pm. The Changing of the Guard occurs daily from April to June at 11am and every other day at 11am from July to March. Evensong at St George's Chapel occurs daily at 5.15pm.

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