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Windsor
Historic Windsor is a must for everyone. Famous for its huge Castle, excellent views of the river, Eton College and the nearby racecourse, Windsor attracts many thousands of visitors every year. There are always plenty of things to do,including boating on the river, a scenic bus tour, rides by horse and cart, a motor-train, festivals and the famous Theatre Royal.
Situated on top of a hill, Windsor Castle is one of the Queen's official residences, and the State Apartments are open to the public. In the Castle precints is St George's Chapel, one of the mediaeval jewels of architecture and the resting place of several of the famous Kings, like Henry VIII and King George VI, the present Queen's father. Other attractions nearby include the Windsor Great Park, Savill Gardens and - currently - the Big Wheel, which gives a wonderful view of the surrounding area.
Eton is very close by - on the other side of the River Thames in fact,- and is home to one of the leading public schools in the country, attended by members of the Royal family and many political figures.The Chapel of the College - one of Henry VI's major achievements during the 15th Century,- dominates and enriches the town. Well worth a visit when possible, and it is best to check first. www.etoncollege.com
In 2009 Windsor hosted its first jazz and beer festival, and the town's entertainment is varied, with the very active Theatre Royal staging major touring productions and the centrepiece of the annual Windsor Festival. The Theatre Royal takes on a major role for the town. attracting thousands from all over with famous names taking part in numerous cultural and artistic events.The annual Windsor Hose Show is in May and the huge Wheel gives thrills to all right through the summer until September.
There are several good restaurants, pubs and cafes in both Windsor and Eton and an excellent range of accommodation - some of which we try to include in this feature.
Events:
The Windsor Festival - March 2011
Royal Windsor Horse Show 2011 - May 2011
Windsor Dragon Boat Festival 2011 - Sept. 2011
Royal Windsor Wheel - to Sept. 4 2011
Restaurants:
La Taverna
The Cornucopia
The Drury House
Bella Italia
Gilbeys (Eton)
Windsor Grill
Nandos Windsor - (a 2011 Best Thames Local nomination)
Avanti Windsor - (a 2011 Best Thames Local nomination)
Mamma Mia Windsor - (a 2011 Best Thames Local nomination)
The Royal Adelaide restaurant - (a 2011 Best Thames Local nomination)
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Pubs:
The Trooper
The Riverhouse
Henry VI (Eton)
The Watermans Arms (Eton)
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Bars:
Ha Ha Bar
Cafes:
The Wren Chocolate Theatre
Clairmont Cafe
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Places to stay:
The Royal Adelaide Hotel
The Christopher Wren Hotel
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Things to do:
Firestation Art Gallery
Windsor Royal Shopping
Theatre Royal
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Events:
The Windsor Festival - March 2011
Royal Windsor Horse Show 2011 - May 2011
Windsor Dragon Boat Festival 2011 - Sept. 2011
Royal Windsor Wheel - to Sept. 4 2011
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