New for 2012: Guided Cycle Ride in Windsor Great Park
This gentle guided cycle wends its way through the magnificent Windsor Great Park taking in the stunning Savill Building, the Polo Fields, wonderful views of Windsor Castle along Queen Anne’s Ride and much more. Hear stories along the way of Kings and Queens, Princes and Princesses, hunting and husbandry and even Marilyn Monroe.
Duration 2 – 3 hours. Routes can be tailored to group requirements. Although most of the route is on roads, they are private roads with little traffic and so very pleasant. Most routes include some moderate hills.
Group size limited to 10 people maximum. Helmets compulsory. Please ensure your bicycle is in good working order (for info re local bike hire possibilities please enquire). Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
2012 Venues
Curious to know what is behind the headlines? Where will the 2012 Opening Ceremonies take place? Is there anything to see yet?
YES! You can already:
- See the venues including Aquatics, Velodrome and Stadium
- Take a Docklands Light Railway train along the edge of the park
- Drive around outside the park to get a great overview
- Take a walk along the Greenway and the many waterways criss-crossing the area
Come and explore a fascinating new corner of London, find out what happened here in the past, about plans for 2012 itself and the legacy for this new metropolis.
Be part of the action – come on a guided tour and see for yourself! (Half Day or Full Day bookings – details on request)
New for 2012: Guided Cycle Ride From Windsor to Dorney Lake via Eton
Did you know?
- The 1908 Olympic Marathon started at Windsor Castle
- Both the 1908 and 1948 Olympic Rowing Events took place at Henley on Thames
- The Rowing, Flat Water Canoeing and Adaptive Rowing Events in 2012 will be held at the Eton College Rowing Centre, Dorney Lake
This gentle guided cycle goes from Windsor via Eton to the spectacular Eton College Rowing Centre at Dorney Lake. Discover some of Windsor and Eton’s sporting heritage, hear how things are shaping up for 2012 and enjoy the ride together.
Helmets compulsory. Please ensure your bicycle is in good working order. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Winter to Spring
The perfect time for visiting Britain’s great museums, galleries, castles and churches – especially if you have the chance Monday to Friday – no queueing, no crowds, simply peace to marvel.
Just around the corner are those brave spring flowers and blossoms to brighten the days, which are still a touch cold! The magnificent Orchid Festival is back at Kew Gardens this year – always breathtaking.
The shops are full of bargains – so come and make the most of them.
Spare a thought for the sports men and women in training for events such as the Flora Marathon in April, at least the rest of us can wrap up warm!