To provide you with the best experience, cookies are used on this site. Find out more here.

Allow cookies

Old Windsor

Type:Towns & Villages

Add Old Windsor to your Itinerary

The River Thames at Old Windsor

About

Old Windsor was the oldest Saxon town in Berkshire and the seat of Edward the Confessor. It continued in importance up until about 1100 when it was gradually overshadowed by the building of Windsor Castle two miles upstream. The parish includes within its boundaries most of Windsor Great Park, parts of which are open for public enjoyment and offer many pleasant walks. On the outskirts of Old Windsor is the Windsor Farm Shop, selling locally-sourced goods and produce from the Royal Estates and Windsor Great Park.

The church of Saint Peter and Saint Andrew was first built in 1216, probably on the site of an earlier building. It was restored and rebuilt in 1863 but still retains its original Early English chancel and tower. The churchyard contains the grave of celebrated Georgian actress Mary 'Perdita' Robinson.

There are numerous opportunities for fishing and boating and, although there is much modern housing development adjacent to the main roads, the towpath walks still retain their rural charm. The southeast of the parish adjoins the county of Surrey where the road from Windsor to Staines leads to historic Runnymede. It was here on 15 June 1215 that King John sealed the Magna Carta.

Book Tickets

Map & Directions

What's Nearby

  1. Windsor Carriages

    Windsor Carriages invites you to experience the wonder of Windsor Great Park by…

    1.45 miles away
  2. The Old Court

    The Old Court is a vibrant arts centre with an event programme that features an eclectic…

    1.47 miles away
  3. Changing the Guard

    The Changing of the Guard is one of the highlights of a visit to Windsor. A band usually…

    1.56 miles away
  1. Walking Tours in Windsor

    Walking Tours in Windsor provides local tour experiences with passionate, local guides. …

    1.63 miles away
  2. The Queen's Walkway

    This walking route (in place since September 2015 to mark the occasion of Queen Elizabeth…

    1.66 miles away
  3. 2-day Family Windsor Itinerary

    Lucky enough to have two days to get a taste of wonderful Windsor and Eton? Then read on…

    1.67 miles away
  4. Windsor Tourist Guides Ltd

    Windsor Tourist Guides Ltd - a multi-award winning company based in Royal Windsor…

    1.68 miles away
  5. St George's Chapel

    Take in the splendour of St George's Chapel, the burial place of 11 monarchs including…

    1.72 miles away
  6. WE Tourist Guides

    WE Tourist Guides is a professional guiding company offering colourful tailor-made tours…

    1.73 miles away
  7. Windsor Castle

    No trip to Windsor could possibly be complete without a visit to amazing Windsor Castle,…

    1.74 miles away
  8. Go Quest Adventures Windsor

    Explore the streets of Windsor's town centre and unlock a hidden trail by finding clues,…

    1.76 miles away
  9. Theatre Royal Windsor

    The Theatre Royal Windsor is a beautiful Edwardian theatre nestling between Windsor…

    1.76 miles away
  10. Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Tour of Windsor

    Explore the world famous town of Windsor and nearby Eton with a Golden Tours hop-on,…

    1.77 miles away
  11. Windsor Duck Tours

    You haven’t seen Windsor until you’ve seen it by Duck! Laugh, learn and enjoy our 1 hour…

    1.77 miles away
  12. Windsor Escape Experience

    Windsor Escape Experience is a family run Escape Room company based in the centre of…

    1.78 miles away
  13. French Brothers Ltd

    French Brothers run boat trips on the River Thames from Windsor, Runnymede and Maidenhead…

    1.88 miles away
Previous Next

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

In partnership with

My Royal Borough Make Maidenhead Great Western Railway Windsor Royal Runnymede Ascot Heathrow French Brothers Leisure Focus