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The Royal Borough features some beautiful countryside with more than
1,000 acres of National Trust land in the north and 4,800 acres of
Crown Estate, not to mention the River Thames running through the heart
of the region.
Even in winter it’s good to enjoy time outdoors so here are some suggestions
for walking, cycling, riding and a thoroughly good day out in the Windsor,
Maidenhead and Ascot area.
Windsor Great Park
Windsor Great Park is the only Royal Park managed by the Crown Estate.
While the trees are bare, the iconic tree-lined avenue from the Copper
Horse statue to Windsor Castle opens up with wide-ranging views. The
frosted monuments of the Prince Consort Statue, Cumberland Obelisk
and Jubilee Statue also make for some atmospheric sights on a fresh
winter walk.
Winter in The Savill Garden
There is much to see and discover in The Savill Garden during winter.
Colour is in abundance from the stems, fruit and evergreen leaves of the
winter beds, and in particular, the colourful stems of the dogwood and
willows command attention. The bark of the cherry, maple and birch
trees are also features to look out for.
There is subtlety and atmosphere in a winter visit to The Savill Garden.
Bare stately tree trunks open up new vistas to soak in, o昀昀set by the
hazy light of the low winter sun.
The Savill Garden is open daily, excluding Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
For more information and opening times please visit
www.windsorgreatpark.co.uk/openingtimes
Virginia Water
The woodland shores of the lake are an enticing experience as the
areas of dappled sunlight through the winter trees draw you in.
With features steeped in history, like the ornamental Cascade waterfall,
and the abundance of wildlife that call the lake home, there is much to
see and discover. Round o昀昀 your walk with a hearty meal in the Virginia
Water Pavilion Café* and stop by the Virginia Water Gift Shop* to explore
the winter range of products or pick up a gift membership for someone
special this Christmas. *Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Maidenhead
The river at Maidenhead is one of the many attractions of the town and
wider area. A walk along the riverside o昀昀ers amazing views of the Thames
and great walks towards the villages of Cookham, Marlow and Bray.
Explore the river’s towpaths and walkways on foot or take to the water
on a passenger cruiser.
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