Windsor Castle is thought to be the largest inhabited castles around currently and the oldest in nonstop inhabitation (about nine hundred years). It’s 1 of the Queen’s three royal homes, & is frequently assumed to be her most liked home. The Royal flag soars above the Round Tower of Windsor Castle whenever Queen Elizabeth 2 is in palace - nonetheless, at alternative periods, the Union Jack banner flies as normal. For a great day out, why not visit Windsor Castle with Enjoy England.

Samuel Pepys proclaimed Windsor Castle to be “the most loving castle in the world.” That was believed in sixteen-sixty-six & the same can be said today.

Windsor Castle Colourful History:

The origins of Windsor can be seen in the early 7th century Saxon village of Windlesora, where the modern day community of Old Windsor is. The town of Windsor is more correctly recognised as the “New Windsor” - the actual phrase “new” being taken in a strictly relative sense!

Windsor Castle was first erected by the famous William the Conqueror, due to his hit of England in ten sixty six. The original building was built from wood with sol defences. Palace held a noticeable strategic position on a tall mound on top of the River Thames, & was one part of a collection of castles surrounding the City, with the Tower of London, one day’s walk away, at its core.

The Palace was recreated in stone, and grew in importance over the years. Henry 2nd redesigned the Round Tower & the original stone outer wall. After the English Civil War, the building’s main function became that of a royal home. The Castle has remained for the most part untouched since the beginning of the 19th century, apart from the restoration job after the recent fire.