Visitors have enjoyed the first opportunity to explore the redesigned Venus Garden at Windsor Castle, part of the Royal Collection Trust, as the space opens to the public for the summer. Newly released photographs show visitors wandering through the garden’s pathways and enjoying views of the Castle’s east façade.
Formerly known as the East Terrace Garden and only occasionally open to the public in recent decades, the Venus Garden has been transformed according to His Majesty The King’s vision, drawing inspiration from the petal-like pattern created by the orbit of Venus.
The redesign combines formal planting, wildflower meadows, sculpted yew hedging, and historic sculptures from the Royal Collection, while a new treescape, including ornamental pear trees, dogwood, and crab apple, creates a renewed sense of scale and spectacle across the garden.
Designed to provide year-round interest, the new garden also creates a biodiverse haven for wildlife and pollinators, reflecting His Majesty’s longstanding commitment to sustainability. Open until 13 September and included in the price of a standard Windsor Castle ticket at no extra charge, the Venus Garden offers visitors a chance to spend time in a historic outdoor space within the walls of the world’s oldest and largest occupied castle.
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