Local places
Sightseeing
Royal Ascot Week is an historical race meeting, an occasional full of nostalgia, history and dressing up not to mention the racing and a little flutter.
You can walk around the inside of the Race course on non race days. During the Spring and summer there is a little refreshment shop selling hot drinks and ice creams.
181 locals recommend
Ascot Racecourse
High StreetRoyal Ascot Week is an historical race meeting, an occasional full of nostalgia, history and dressing up not to mention the racing and a little flutter.
You can walk around the inside of the Race course on non race days. During the Spring and summer there is a little refreshment shop selling hot drinks and ice creams.
Visit historic Windsor Castle, walk along the Thames, take a boat trip, feed the swans.
There are plenty of shops ranging from Zara to Windsor's own department store Daniels.
Lots of restaurants to choose from too.
167 locals recommend
Windsor
Visit historic Windsor Castle, walk along the Thames, take a boat trip, feed the swans.
There are plenty of shops ranging from Zara to Windsor's own department store Daniels.
Lots of restaurants to choose from too.
The crown estate of Windsor Great Park is a must for those who enjoy a walk outdoors and in a beautiful place. Royal Statues and amazing views of Windsor Castle.
Windsor Horse Trials
201 locals recommend
Windsor Great Park
The crown estate of Windsor Great Park is a must for those who enjoy a walk outdoors and in a beautiful place. Royal Statues and amazing views of Windsor Castle.
Windsor Horse Trials
Virginia Water - another part of Windsor Great Park, lovely walks around the lake and gardens.
105 locals recommend
Virginia Water Lake
Virginia Water - another part of Windsor Great Park, lovely walks around the lake and gardens.
Historic lock on the River Thames at Maidenhead. Good restaurant too. Walks along the tow path.
9 locals recommend
Boulters Lock station
Historic lock on the River Thames at Maidenhead. Good restaurant too. Walks along the tow path.
Beautiful Henley, restaurants, coffee shops, walks along the Thames, Henley Regatta, Rewind Festival, Hambleden village, gateway to The Chilterns
173 locals recommend
Henley-on-Thames
Beautiful Henley, restaurants, coffee shops, walks along the Thames, Henley Regatta, Rewind Festival, Hambleden village, gateway to The Chilterns
National Trust Cliveden House.
The house is a hotel but the grounds are open to public via The National Trust and a must visit, for the stunning views and beautiful walks. Historic House, former home of the Astor Family, Christine Keeler met John Profumo here and Megan, Duchess of Sussex stayed here before her marriage to Prince Harry.
88 locals recommend
Cliveden House
Cliveden RoadNational Trust Cliveden House.
The house is a hotel but the grounds are open to public via The National Trust and a must visit, for the stunning views and beautiful walks. Historic House, former home of the Astor Family, Christine Keeler met John Profumo here and Megan, Duchess of Sussex stayed here before her marriage to Prince Harry.
Take a walk around Dorney Lake, venue of Olympic rowing.
(Check opening times)
43 locals recommend
Dorney Lake
Take a walk around Dorney Lake, venue of Olympic rowing.
(Check opening times)
Eton College
Historic Eton College, walk across bridge from Windsor
Hambleden Lock
Amazing Lock, walk to lock from Henley on Thames
Restaurants, Pubs & Takeaways
The Fat Duck
High StreetTheatre of the taste buds, drama and sophistication.
Roux at Skindles
Mill LaneEat in style overlooking the River Thames
A must for a special treat, located on the banks of the River Thames in the village of Bray
35 locals recommend
The Waterside Inn
Ferry RoadA must for a special treat, located on the banks of the River Thames in the village of Bray
The Belgian Arms is a local favourite for food and atmosphere.
Very friendly with good food. Dog friendly. Lovely garden.
Belgian Arms
Holyport StreetThe Belgian Arms is a local favourite for food and atmosphere.
Very friendly with good food. Dog friendly. Lovely garden.
Local pub/restaurant.
In our opinion the best food within walking distance of The Cottage. Dog friendly.
The George on the Green
Local pub/restaurant.
In our opinion the best food within walking distance of The Cottage. Dog friendly.
Somewhere a little bit different. The French Horn has a style of its own, feels like going back in time to a special era.
9 locals recommend
The French Horn
Somewhere a little bit different. The French Horn has a style of its own, feels like going back in time to a special era.
Also Coppa Club Maidenhead.
Combine Coppa Club Sonning or Maidenhead with a dog walk along the River Thames.
Both dog friendly.
29 locals recommend
Coppa Club
Bridge AvenueAlso Coppa Club Maidenhead.
Combine Coppa Club Sonning or Maidenhead with a dog walk along the River Thames.
Both dog friendly.
The Jolly Gardener
Moneyrow GreenTraditional Pub/restaurant within walking distance.
Malik's, Cookham
High StreetDelicious Indian Restaurant
Chinese take-away, the best locally.
Have to collect as they don't deliver
The Blossoms Of Windsor Ltd
390 Dedworth RdChinese take-away, the best locally.
Have to collect as they don't deliver
Hong Kong
2 Alexandra RdVery friendly, good food,
Emperor Of India
5 Windsor RdNearest Indian Restaurant
The Oakley Court Hotel resplendent on the banks of the River Thames between Maidenhead & Windsor. Enjoy lunch or afternoon tea on the lawns overlooking the river.
8 locals recommend
The Oakley Court
Windsor RoadThe Oakley Court Hotel resplendent on the banks of the River Thames between Maidenhead & Windsor. Enjoy lunch or afternoon tea on the lawns overlooking the river.
Traditional Country pub on Cookham High Street. Has a good vegan menu too.
https://www.thekingsarmscookham.co.uk/vegan-menu
127 locals recommend
The Kings Arms
251 Tooley StTraditional Country pub on Cookham High Street. Has a good vegan menu too.
https://www.thekingsarmscookham.co.uk/vegan-menu
Shopping
Westfield Shopping Centre
The Oracle
Bridge StreetBicester Village
Outlet Shopping
City/town information
Capital City, theatres, shopping, history, night life, restaurants, museums
186 locals recommend
London
Capital City, theatres, shopping, history, night life, restaurants, museums
Oxford
Historic University City
Leisure/sports
Braywick Leisure Centre
Brand New recently opened leisure centre.
Swimming pool, Gym, classes
Braywick Leisure Centre
Braywick RoadBraywick Leisure Centre
Brand New recently opened leisure centre.
Swimming pool, Gym, classes
Open water swimming, Stand up Paddle Board, Wind surfing, sailing
10 locals recommend
Bray Lake Watersports
Windsor RoadOpen water swimming, Stand up Paddle Board, Wind surfing, sailing
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort
Winkfield RoadGreat fun for all the family
Thorpe Park Resort
Staines RoadFor the thrill seekers
Royal Windsor Racecourse
Maidenhead RoadRaces and Events
Fredrick's Hotel Restaurant Spa
Shoppenhangers RoadLooking for a Spa? Gorgeous spa with an indoor/outdoor pool.
Spa at Cliveden House. Beautiful Cliveden also provide Spa Experiences. You have access to the grounds too - perfect for a walk or run.
The Cliveden Spa
Bourne End RoadSpa at Cliveden House. Beautiful Cliveden also provide Spa Experiences. You have access to the grounds too - perfect for a walk or run.
This has to be the best Spa in the area, indoor and outdoor pools and jacuzzis, fitness pool, gym, treatments and more.
21 locals recommend
Nirvana Spa
Mole RoadThis has to be the best Spa in the area, indoor and outdoor pools and jacuzzis, fitness pool, gym, treatments and more.
Food shopping
Maidenhead Waitrose, can recommend food shopping here if you don't mind spending slightly more than at other supermarkets.
Good selection of vegan and vegetarian food.
15 locals recommend
Waitrose & Partners
48 Moorbridge RdMaidenhead Waitrose, can recommend food shopping here if you don't mind spending slightly more than at other supermarkets.
Good selection of vegan and vegetarian food.
Aldi Supermarket, Dedworth Road, Dedworth.
Newly opened. Some vegan and vegetarian choices available.
Aldi
Dedworth RoadAldi Supermarket, Dedworth Road, Dedworth.
Newly opened. Some vegan and vegetarian choices available.
Easy parking, good selection of all foods and alcohol. Excellent plant based foods.
19 locals recommend
Tesco Superstore
Dedworth RoadEasy parking, good selection of all foods and alcohol. Excellent plant based foods.
Londis - Holyport
8 Holyport RoadLocal shop and Post Officer
Local Butcher, excellent quality meat, also sells fruit & veg, eggs, savouries. Jerry knows where his meat comes from, just ask him he will be happy to tell you. This butcher has the reputation as the best in the area. Theresa May shops here.
J & S Rook
5 Stompits RdLocal Butcher, excellent quality meat, also sells fruit & veg, eggs, savouries. Jerry knows where his meat comes from, just ask him he will be happy to tell you. This butcher has the reputation as the best in the area. Theresa May shops here.