Windsor Castle and Thames Cruise – Saturday 1st Aug 2026

Step into a thousand years of royal history on this unforgettable day at Windsor, combining a scenic Thames cruise with exclusive access to the world’s oldest inhabited castle.

Our journey begins with a leisurely river cruise along one of the Thames’ most picturesque stretches. Boarding at Windsor Promenade at 11:00, you’ll glide upstream to Boveney Lock aboard a comfortable riverboat, where a multi-media guide brings the riverside to life. Watch Windsor Castle’s majestic towers rise above the water, pass the hallowed grounds of Eton College where princes and prime ministers were educated, and cruise by the rolling greens of Windsor Racecourse and the ancient Brocas Meadows.

Then it’s time to explore Windsor Castle itself – not just any castle, but the largest and oldest occupied fortress in the world, home to British monarchs for nearly a millennium. His Majesty The King’s standard still flies from the Round Tower when he’s in residence, and you’ll walk the same halls where William the Conqueror once strode and where The Queen entertained heads of state.

Your self-guided tour reveals layer upon layer of history, from medieval fortifications to George IV’s spectacular gothic transformation. Listen to voices from the Royal Household explain what it takes to prepare a State Banquet for 160 guests, and hear about the painstaking restoration following the devastating 1992 fire. Throughout your visit, the sounds of Windsor surround you – the ethereal music of St George’s Chapel choir, the chimes of the castle’s famous clock collection.

Highlights of your Windsor Castle visit:

• The magnificent State Apartments with their priceless art collections
• Queen Mary’s extraordinary Dolls House – a marvel of miniature craftsmanship
• The opulent Semi-State Rooms used by The King today
• Historic St George’s Chapel, final resting place of monarchs

Your day includes:

• Thames River Cruise from Windsor Promenade to Boveney Lock
• Entrance to Windsor Castle for a self-guided tour
• Complimentary drinks on the coach when feasible
• Return travel in comfort
• Packed lunch

Depart Stalbridge: TBC
Return Stalbridge: 19:00 approx

All itineraries are approximate and subject to change