Visitors have today enjoyed the first opportunity to explore the newly redesigned Venus Garden at Windsor Castle, as the historic space opens to the public for the summer.
Newly released photographs show visitors wandering through the garden’s distinctive pathways and enjoying stunning views of the Castle’s east façade – a perspective seldom seen as part of a standard visit.
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 dramatic 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 rare chance to spend time in a historic outdoor space within the walls of the world’s oldest and largest occupied castle.
