Windsor Castle Venus Garden Opens to Public July 16

Windsor Castle will open its redesigned Venus Garden to visitors from July 16 through September 13. The garden sits beneath the castle's east facade and replaces the former East Terrace Garden. The redesign follows approximately 18 months of work. Planting includes mixed perennials, roses, 11,000 spring bulbs, new pear tree avenues, and sculpted yew topiary.

Bronze sculptures by Hubert Le Sueur and marble ornaments from the Royal Collection are placed on the terrace.

The layout follows the geometric pattern created by Venus's orbital path over an eight-year cycle. Wildflower meadows and winding paths add naturalistic areas within the formal structure. The site served as Charles II's bowling green and later as an allotment tended by Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret during the Second World War. Prince Philip later added formal rose beds and a central fountain.

Entry is included with standard Windsor Castle tickets.

Visitors receiving Universal Credit or other specified benefits may enter with up to five household members under the Royal Collection Trust's £1 ticket scheme.

“This has been a significant project to reshape this historic garden for the future, reflecting His Majesty's vision to create a space that will offer beauty, interest and biodiversity throughout the seasons and for generations to come.”