Windsor Great Park
Walk Highlights
- Location:
- Egham
- Postcode:
- TW20 0UU
- Parking:
There are numerous pay and display car parks located at various entrances and key points within Windsor Great Park in Berkshire, managed by the Crown Estate. Popular car parks include those at Savill Garden (GU25 4WB, often higher charges or included with garden entry), Virginia Water (GU25 4QF, several car parks around the lake), Blacknest Gate, Cranbourne Gate, and others. Parking charges apply (card payments usually accepted). These car parks can get very busy, especially at weekends and holidays, for this major Berkshire attraction. Check the Windsor Great Park website for current parking locations, charges, and opening times.
- Distance:
- 8.00 miles
- Time:
- 3.00 hours
- Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Terrain:
The terrain in Windsor Great Park, Berkshire, is varied. Main paths (like the Long Walk, paths around Virginia Water, and in Savill Garden) are generally well-surfaced (tarmac or compacted gravel) and accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Parkland and woodland paths can be earth, grass, more uneven, and muddy after rain. There are some gentle to moderate slopes and hills throughout the extensive park. This Berkshire park offers diverse walking conditions.
- Facilities:
- Toilets, Cafe
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Dog-Centric Details
- Poo Bins Available:
- Yes
- Secure/Fenced Area:
- No
- Dog Water Source:
- No
- Dog Notes:
Windsor Great Park in Berkshire is extremely popular for dog walking, and dogs are very welcome in most areas of the park. There are vast areas for off-lead exercise throughout the parkland and woodland. However, dogs MUST be on leads in specific signed areas, such as around Virginia Water lake, Savill Garden (dogs not usually allowed in the ticketed garden itself, only parkland), near cafes, children's play areas, and particularly in the Deer Park when deer are present (especially during rutting or calving seasons – heed all signage). Dog waste bins are widely available. Please clean up after your dog. This Berkshire park is a dog walker's paradise with responsible ownership.
- EV Charger Nearby:
- No
- Fuel Station Nearby:
- No
- Livestock Information:
- Off-Leash Policy:
- Partial Off-Leash
- Dog Traffic:
- Busy
- Seasonal Advice:
- Height Restriction:
- No
- Printable Version:
- PLUS Feature
Explore the magnificent Windsor Great Park in Berkshire, a vast Royal Park offering thousands of acres of stunning parkland, ancient woodlands, beautiful gardens, and iconic landmarks. Located south of Windsor Castle, this historic landscape provides an unparalleled range of walking opportunities, from gentle strolls along tree-lined avenues to long-distance hikes through varied scenery. Windsor Great Park is a world-renowned destination, rich in history, horticulture, and natural beauty, making it a premier Berkshire attraction.
An extensive network of well-maintained paths, tracks, and roads (some closed to public vehicles) crisscrosses Windsor Great Park. Key features include the Long Walk leading to Windsor Castle, Virginia Water lake with its cascade and Roman ruins, Savill Garden (a stunning ornamental garden, separate admission usually applies), Smith's Lawn (home to Guards Polo Club), and areas like the Deer Park where herds of red deer roam freely. The park offers breathtaking views, champion trees, and a sense of royal grandeur. This Berkshire park is perfect for a full day of exploration.
- Discover the vast and historic Windsor Great Park in Berkshire, a Royal Park of immense scale.
- Walk or cycle along miles of paths through parkland, ancient woodland, around Virginia Water lake, and towards Windsor Castle.
- Explore iconic features like the Long Walk, Savill Garden (entry fee), and the Deer Park.
- Enjoy a world-renowned landscape rich in history, horticulture, and wildlife, a jewel of Berkshire.
Walks in Windsor Great Park can be of any length, from short 1-2 mile accessible loops near main car parks like Savill Garden or Virginia Water, to very long 10-15 mile routes exploring the full extent of this magnificent Berkshire estate. There are routes to suit all abilities and interests.
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