At the top of Queen Anne’s Ride you will find the equestrian themed statue of HM Queen Elizabeth II, beautifully sculpted by Philip Jackson to mark the Golden Jubilee in 2002.
Queen Anne's Ride, or Queen's Walk as it was originally known, is first mentioned in 1708. Initially planted with elm and lime trees, it was principally designed to allow Queen Anne to use her horse-drawn carriage, or 'chaise', giving her easy access to the Great Park and Forest beyond.
The original avenue of trees did not fare too well, and re-planting started as early as 1813. In 1993, after a genereous donation of 1,000 oaks, the avenue was felled, and a full re-planting scheme undertaken and completed.
The trees continue to flourish and will eventually restore the Ride to its original and majestic splendour.
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