Take a look inside Windsor Castle as it's decorated for Christmas

We've been given a speak peak inside the royal residence

Tree in Windsor Castle
Published 30th Nov 2023
Last updated 30th Nov 2023

Windsor Castle has opened it's doors for a rare look inside as it's decorated for Christmas.

The royal residence has been transformed into a festive wonderland for Christmas, featuring ornately decorated trees, wreaths, and garlands.

Notable displays include a 20-foot-high Nordmann Fir tree in St. George's Hall, topped with a specially commissioned Garter Star to mark the Order of the Garter's 675th anniversary.

The decorations extend to the Crimson Drawing Room and the Waterloo Chamber's 160-foot-long dining table, adorned with porcelain from the Garter Service. The festive ambiance continues outdoors with wreaths and foliage covering the castle grounds.

Christmas Tree

Christmas Tree


Take a look inside Windsor Castle as it's decorated for Christmas
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The Christmas display at Windsor Castle is open until January 1, with carol performances on select dates. Additionally, Princess Kate will host her third annual carol concert at Westminster Abbey on December 8, featuring renowned performers.

The event is part of the Princess of Wales' Shaping Us campaign, celebrating the birth of a new baby and supporting families across the U.K.

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