royal windsor horse show

The Caravan and Motorhome Club at Windsor

11^th May to 14^th May 2023

Information

The Royal Windsor Horse Show is a celebration of all things equestrian. It combines competition action with a spectacular venue set in the private gardens of Windsor Castle. It encompasses a huge variety of the sport’s events. These include the spectacular Land Rover Carriage Driving Grand Prix, National and International Show jumping competitions, dressage and polo plus extensive show classes, equestrian displays including the Musical Ride of the Household Cavalry, the Kings Troop Royal Horse Artillery and more. Alongside the three show arenas you will find over 200 shops, The Food and Drink Festival, restaurants, bars, a funfair and a 4 x 4 course. If that’s not enough, enjoy the beautiful grounds, you can walk and dine picnic style.

Members staying on site hopefully will be able to book show tickets for Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 20% discount, we are negotiating this at present. Plus extra free days on Wednesday & Thursday. Details of how to gain access to these discounts will soon be available on receipt of your site booking form, Please note, tickets for the free days on Wednesday and Thursday must also be booked in advance.

For further details go to the horse show website www.rwhs.co.uk/ . Telephone booking numbers will also be displayed on the website.   Please note Dogs are not allowed into the show ground

The Temporary Site

The site is located, as in previous years, directly to the left of the main front gate. There are no toilet/washrooms on site so you will need to use your own caravan or motorhome facilities.

The site facilities include fresh water points, wastewater and chemical waste disposal, 6amp electric hook up pitches are available. However, we would recommend you book these early as they are popular.
The site will be opening on Wednesday 10th at 10am running until Sunday 14^th site closes at 6pm. If you are planning to book Sunday evening pageant tickets you will have to make alternative arrangements for the Sunday night.

Minimum Stay 2 nights. Please note the prices stated on the booking form are per outfit including its occupants.  

You will have the opportunity to take advantage of various onsite and offsite functions and excursions.

Further Details email: buckscentreevents@gmail.com 

Travelling into Windsor and the Show from the Campsite

1. From this site you could walk or cycle 1 mile partly along the river path to Windsor and a little further to the show.
2. Travel by river boat Wednesday to Friday.
3. Take advantage of the possible deal being negotiated at this time, with a local private car hire company.

This will be the best option by far.

Please note: When you book your show tickets, you will be offered car parking opposite the showground which is on grass and may get water logged at times. It can also get very busy at the end of the evening with everyone leaving at the same time. We suggest you consider option 3 as above. The choice is yours.

Make the most of your stay while on site and local area programme.

Onsite Friday:- Join the Buckinghamshire Centre’s marshalling team at 7.30pm in the marquee for a “Welcome Reception” Some drinks and nibbles will be provided. Feel free to bring your fold up chairs and your own favourite drink and glass to join us for this social.

Offsite: Go on a self-guided walk of Windsor and Eton. Map and directions with places of historical interest provided.

Offsite: Another self-guided walk “Windsor Great Parks Valley Gardens in full bloom” A map and directions available.

Saturday 1400 hrs:- Two hour boat trip on the Thames with full commentary. Start and finish at the French Bros Jetty in Windsor. If there is enough interest Group booking prices are available.

Out & About 

Maybe you would like to visit one of the national trust houses in the area. Try Cliveden House. Glorious grade 1 listed garden, set high upon the cliffs above the Thames.

The Air Forces Memorial at Runnymede commemorates by name over 20,000 airmen and women who were lost in the Second World War during operations from bases in the United Kingdom and North and Western Europe, who have no known graves. They served in Bomber, Fighter, Coastal, Transport, Flying Training and Maintenance Commands, and came from all parts of the commonwealth. Some were from countries in continental Europe which had been overrun, but whose airmen continued to fight in the ranks of the Royal Air Force. This sits on a hill overlooking part of the Thames Valley.



Activities for all age groups

Swimming  

Bring your swimming costume.

The spectacular Windsor Leisure pool with its wave machine and a complex of water slides, is within a short walk of our site

Cycling or Walking

Bring your bicycle or hire one locally. Windsor Great Park is a short distance away with car parking available on the outskirts; you will find a network of paved cycle tracks, which will take you past most of the attractions. You can also cycle or walk the Thames Path to the site of the 2012 Rowing Olympics at Dorney Lakes. Visit the house or stop for lunch at Dorney Courts walled garden centre restaurant. Other routes available on request. Our site information office in the marquee will have maps available for your convenience

The Open Top sightseeing bus

This 45minute circular tour takes you to all the well-known sights in the area. You can hop on and hop off at any of these stops (see brochure in the marquee)

Legoland

Only a 10-minute drive from your site. Good for adults and children.

The Royal Windsor Theatre

Programme TBA Telephone box office 01753 853888. Or visit www.theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk/ 

Windsor Castle. The official residence of His Majesty the King

Windsor castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. First established by William the Conqueror in the 11th century. The King now spends most of his time here.

No visit to Windsor is complete without a tour of the Castle but please note The King maybe in residence so some of the castle may not be available to view. Pre-book online.

Riverboat Trips

French Brothers run a selection of Thames Riverboat trips, which pass the back of the racecourse and their onsite jetty. You can choose from a 20 or a 40minute round trip that runs daily between 10am to 5pm.

Pick up a brochure from the marquee or look on French Bros website

www.frenchbrothers.co.uk/ 

Or join the 2hour round trip on Saturday at 2pm. Group booking prices are available if we have enough interest.

Travel by private car

Parking in Windsor can be a nightmare. We hope to again reach an agreement with a local private car hire company. They will collect you on site to go into Windsor or the shows. Prices to be confirmed nearer the time. They are usually very helpful when you say you are a Caravan & Motorhome Club Member. Do a car share to reduce the cost. (Taxi number will be in your envelope given out on arrival)