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Windsor Castle
Windsor Castle is near Windsor in Berkshire, England. Founded by William the Conqueror. On the Sim Britain map, it is available to sponsor for £1.
Sponsor Windsor Castle
Put your logo on Windsor Castle on the Sim Britain map, with a link to your website, for £1.
History
William the Conqueror founded Windsor Castle around 1070 to guard the western approach to London. It has been a royal home for nearly a thousand years and is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world.
It survived a serious fire in 1992 and was carefully restored. St George's Chapel, inside the castle walls, is the burial place of many monarchs and has hosted several royal weddings.
Quick facts
- Where: Windsor, Berkshire, England
- Built / formed: from about 1070
- Founded by William the Conqueror
- The oldest and largest occupied castle in the world
- Home to St George's Chapel
Visiting Windsor Castle
For opening times, tickets and visitor information, see the official Windsor Castle website ↗. You can also read more on Wikipedia ↗.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Windsor Castle?
Windsor Castle is near Windsor in Berkshire, England.
When was Windsor Castle built?
Windsor Castle: from about 1070.
Who sponsors Windsor Castle on Sim Britain?
Nobody yet. Windsor Castle is available to sponsor on the Sim Britain map for £1.
How do I sponsor Windsor Castle on Sim Britain?
Open Windsor Castle on the map, choose Claim and pay £1 by card. Your logo goes on top of the landmark with a link to your website, and the building grows a layer. If someone outbids you, the price rises by half.
Can I visit Windsor Castle?
Yes. Opening times, tickets and visitor information are on the official website. Official website ↗
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- Kew Gardens Richmond, London, England
- Wembley Stadium Wembley, London, England
- Buckingham Palace Westminster, London, England
- Big Ben Westminster, London, England