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Christmas at Windsor Castle

See the Christmas Decorations
27 November 2025 to 5 January 2026
“Christmas tree and festive decorations in the State Room at Windsor Castle, showcasing holiday decor in a historic royal setting.”
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“Stunning view of Windsor Castle’s walls and towers, featuring a large British flag prominently displayed.”
“Grand Reception Room at Windsor Castle with ornate chandeliers, gilded ceilings, and historic royal decor.”
“Wall of ancient oil paintings in the plush State Room at Windsor Castle, showcasing historic British royalty portraits.”
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“The calm interior of St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, featuring historic stained glass windows and medieval architecture.”
“Officer and troop in red tunics performing the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Windsor Castle.”

Celebrate Christmas this year at Windsor Castle. The State Apartments will be transformed for the festive season, with magnificent Christmas trees, twinkling lights and festive garlands. Highlights include a 20-foot-high Christmas tree in St George’s Hall, dressed with hundreds of lights and ornaments. The tree, a Norway spruce, is sourced from Windsor Great Park.

Visit the Semi-State Rooms this Christmas, which are open to visitors during the winter months. There will be a spectacular Christmas tree in the Crimson Drawing Room. These rooms were created as private apartments for George IV and are now used by members of the Royal Family for official entertainment.

Enter St George’s Chapel, where Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip were laid to rest. Please note that the chapel is closed to visitors on Sundays, but worshippers are welcome to attend services.

The tour includes an excellent audio guide with an introduction from King Charles III. The guide takes you through the state apartments, castle precincts and St George’s Chapel. It is available in 9 languages.

The Undercroft Cafe at Windsor Castle will have a delicious festive menu during this period.

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  • Christmas decorations are on display from  27 November 2025 to   5 January 2026. The exact dates are to be advised. They are included in your admission ticket.
  • Windsor Castle is open every Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, except for 25, 26 & 28 December.

Tickets for Windsor Castle must be pre-booked in advance.

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