
Visitor updates
As an operational Estate, it is sometimes necessary to close parts of Windsor Great Park. Please check the updates below before you travel and, if you are unfamiliar with Windsor Great Park, download the Park map & guide.
Closures which can occasionally happen on the day are communicated on our Social Media channels. If you are not already following us, you can do so here:
Before you visit, download or bookmark the Windsor Great Park map & guide.
During the winter, ground conditions in some areas of Windsor Great Park can become extremely wet and boggy.
To protect the historic landscape of the Windsor Estate, some areas of Windsor Great Park are closed until spring. This includes:
- Queen Anne’s Ride
- Deep Strood
Other areas of Windsor Great Park may also be closed but not listed here. Please observe the signs and fencing that will be in place across all areas of Windsor Great Park.
For operational reasons, please be aware that on Tuesdays throughout autumn and winter, the Deer Park will not open until 9.30am at the latest.
The Deer Park will also be closed on the following dates:
- Monday 4 December 2023
Virginia Water South car park will be closed on Thursday 30 November 2023 until 10am for operational reasons.
During the deer rutting season, please be reminded of the following guidance when visiting the Deer Park to keep yourself, others and the deer safe.
- Dogs must be kept on a short lead and under close control at all times
- Do not approach or follow the deer
- Keep your distance – binoculars or a long range lens are essential
- Follow any signs and the directions given by the team
In the unlikely event that you are threatened, back away slowly and try to put a barrier, such as a tree, between yourself and the animal.
Remember, deer are wild animals and we ask you to be respectful of them.
From Monday 30 October to the evening of Wednesday 15 November, the highlighted footpath around Obelisk Pond will be closed to allow for the installation of Windsor Great Park Illuminated.
During this time there will be increased vehicle movement around Obelisk Pond.
For your safety and the safety of others, please take due care when visiting the area and follow any signage and directions from the Windsor Great Park and Windsor Great Park Illuminated teams.
The footpath will re-open from Thursday 16 November.

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