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Whether you are running, walking or bike riding this is an excellent place to exercise with mile after mile of open space. Parking around the park can be a big issue and you cant cycle along the Long Walk but its still enjoyable. Maybe you may even be lucky enough to see the Queen quietly drive through the park to visit a friend like we did last year!

Lovely open space, brilliant for walks, cycling, picnics and with wonderful views of the castle. You might be lucky and see one of the Red Kites flying above as we were.

Visited September 2014We visited here as a kind of add on to our visit to the Saville Gardens, which are situated within the grounds. Honestly, much as the Saville Gardens are great, if I’d known how great the park was, we would probably have just skipped them entirely to spend more time here.The park is absolutely massive so you could easily spend a whole day here. We only had a couple of hours to get round everywhere because we had visited the Saville Gardens first but we managed to get to see a lot of it. Among the highlights are a huge totem pole and a roman ruin which was transported here by a noble (as one does of course).The weather that day was absolutely stunning so it was a beautiful walk around the park - this really is a stunning place to visit so either just come for the park or, if you absolutely must see the gardens as well, get there really early to make sure you have ample time to enjoy it all.

You can get into the park at all times of the day, some places are accessible on foot, others on bike, others on horseback. The deer graze all over the place and you can come across them by surprise. It's meticulously clean and they carry out some fantastic conservation projects. The view from the Copper Horse in the morning mist is something you should try to see.

The Space is huge. Lovely to stroll with friends. Great atmosphere. Very versatile. No bicycles - yipee - the odd runners here and there.Great for children too

I just love the long walk with spectacular views of the castle at one end and the copper horse at the other. No cycles allowed on this stretch. The park is great for cyclists,walkers and dogs. Take a picnic and make a day of it.

The park itself is huge. Its a great day out if the weather is good kids take bikes/scooters and sometimes even the dog goes.

The Great Park has something for everyone - walking, running, picnicking, exercising dogs (as long as you clean up); it has lawns, woodland, a large lake, long vistas , refreshments where needed and (mostly) free parking. What better venue for a family excursion?

With the exception of the 'Long Walk' (from which cycles are prohibited - "whether ridden or not") cycling is a great way to discover the many miles of mainly flat or gently undulating metalled roads and sanded tracks, including the royal polo field and deer park. You can also visit the lovely Virginia Water and Savill Garden, avoiding the £6 parking fee :)

This is a wonderful space, you can walk your dog, cycle or just have the freedom of the outdoors. I think this is an undervalued part of Windsor as it has so much to offer. Lots of open fields that you can enjoy, especially in the summer when you can while away a few hours sitting in the sun with a good book. I live just on the edge of the park and use it all year round, a truly wonderful place.

We parked at Savill Garden car park (a charge but refunded if paying for entrance to Garden) and had coffee and scones (ok but a bit dry) before we set off on our walk around Virginia Water. Lovely relaxing walk with plenty to look at. Had lunch when we returned. Soup and bread which was lukewarm but was swiftly replaced by hot soup which was very tasty. There was no entry charge to the Garden as it was mid winter and nothing to see! We will return in the spring / summer. The on site shop is beautiful with lots of lovely gifts. The whole building is lovely with an amazing wood roof.

had a lovley walk here today with our dog. We hadn't been here for quite a while so as the weather was good we thought we would go for a stroll. The Car Parks are easy to find and generally quite big and there are plenty of paths to follow . My only criticism is the amout of dog poo left lying in the grass . Check your shoes before getting back into your car !

Been living in the area for many years, and Windsor Park always provides many opportunities from leisurely walks through all seasons of the year, to watching polo, seeing the royal procession during Ascot races... the more you explore the more you can see. We have typically gone in from several entrances, but usually via Cheapside, though I have used the entrance on Holly Walk & Bishopsgate for many years, whilst commuting by bike.There are many statues, across the park, and have seen the Queen driving around on a number of occasions.Best way I have found, is to search for the bike routes. Our favorite was one that went all over the park, and also through Wentworth.. it took a few hours, though was nice to go around the whole park easily, exploring all the different trees and statues... For those based, and walking from Windsor, the pub by the entrance to the Park - The Two Brewers, is a nice reward for the walk down the Long Walk and back...

We live close to the park and go often. There are plenty of walks to take, so there is always something new to see even if you have been there countless times before. I’ll start with access, since if you are new to the area it can be confusing to know how exactly to enter the park. You cannot drive your car through the park, but there are car parks dotted around the perimeter. We often park at the Valley Gardens car park (when there is room). Access to this car park is via Wick Road. There is also parking at the Savill Garden, Virginia Water Lake, and the Blacknest Gate. These put you close to the lake and Valley Gardens, so you will get in a good walk if you want to explore the western and northern parts of the park from here. You can also find car parks off Sheet Street (A332) going into Windsor. For instance, there is a car park across the road from the Queen Anne’s Gate entrance and the Ranger’s Gate Entrance. If you are looking to see “The Village,” then Ranger’s Gate or Cranbourne Gate are your closest access points. There is also limited bus service through the park. From Ascot, Sunninghill, Sunningdale, Cheapside, and Windsor you can access the White Bus 01 Service, which does go through the Great Park. It stops at “The Village” in the park, but the drivers are also happy to drop you anywhere else in the park along the route if you ask. They do want to promote walking and use of the park, so this is a good option if you don’t have a vehicle or would just prefer not to use a car park. The bus is reliable, but there are limited times, especially on Saturdays. There is also no service on Sundays or bank holidays. If you live along the route but have never used the bus service, I recommend checking their web site for the schedule. If you are not familiar with the park, I highly recommend getting a map. I personally use “The Essential Maps of Windsor Great Park and Central Windsor & Eton,” which is published by Anderson Geographics Ltd. I purchased this from the Waterstones on Peascod in Windsor in the summer of 2014, but it may be available elsewhere. I also want to note that there a few toilets within the park, but they are mostly near Virginia Water Lake and the Valley Gardens. The Royal Landscape's web site (which includes info about the Great Park) will note the locations of the facilities. What to do? My husband and I enjoy nature walks and photography, so you will usually find us on foot in the park, though cycling and horse riding are very popular as well. The Valley Gardens are wonderful in the spring (bluebells in abundance, daffodils galore, rhododendrons and azaleas in every color imaginable, and lovely magnolias). The Savill Garden is a treat all year long, but I especially enjoy the summer beds and roses. The walk around Virginia Water Lake is also enjoyable, though it will be crowded on the weekends. The cow pond is a peaceful area and this past August it was covered with hundreds of water lilies, which was lovely. If you stray from the “main parts” of the park, there are still fields, lawns, and trees to capture ones interest. The ancient oaks are a marvel and they can be found throughout the park. There is also the famous Long Walk, anchored by the Copper Horse Statue on Snow Hill. You can also reach the Long Walk from Windsor Castle and it takes about an hour to walk to the statue. You may not want to do the walk to the castle and back if you have already spent several hours hiking, but if you have the time for it I do recommend doing some of it. The view of the castle from the Copper Horse is also lovely. I should also mention that part of the park is indeed a deer park, so you may catch a glimpse of the red deer on your walk. You have a better chance of seeing them a few hours before dusk. Once I happened upon 30 or so stags just before the Stone Bridge (which you would cross over if you were coming from the direction of Bishop’s Gate or the King George VI Coronation Grove). I’ve also seen the does (at least a few hundred of them) in the fields along the Long Walk between the walk and the A332. Even if you don’t get to see the red deer, there is a good chance you’ll see pheasants, sheep, or beef cattle on some part of your walk if you are near the pasture land. You will find solitude in the less crowded parts of the park, as they involve a bit more time and effort to access. If you do have the time and don’t mind a bit of walking, there is much to be seen and enjoyed in the Great Park.

walked from our hotel. 8.5kms to walk all the way round.rather muddy and very busy as it was New Years Day.enjoyable though!