Firework Ait – Windsor Castle loop from Windsor and Eton Central

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Firework Ait – Windsor Castle loop from Windsor and Eton Central

Moderate

4.5

(11)

riders

Firework Ait – Windsor Castle loop from Windsor and Eton Central

02:03

33.1km

270m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.26 km for 91 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

322 m

Firework Ait

Highlight • Forest

Wonderful piece of riverside that leads to Windsor Great Park if you follow the cycle route.

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851 m

Windsor Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Perhaps the most famous castle in the UK, Windsor Castle is known for its ties to the royal family and its stunning architecture.

Built in the 11th century, the castle …

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1.31 km

Windsor Castle Back Gates and Start of the Long Walk

Highlight • Historical Site

A royal residence, Windsor Castle is a world famous, iconic building. Whilst the castle itself is extraordinary and well worth visiting, the view from the back gates is truly phenomenal. …

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3.18 km

View of Windsor Castle from Home Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

5.48 km

The Oxford Blue

Highlight • Restaurant

5.56 km

Flower Pot Tricycle

Highlight • Structure

8.23 km

The Fox and Hounds

Highlight • Restaurant

Lovely pub that is actually open. You have to consume drinks and food off the premises however due to social distancing rules, which is understandable.

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8.61 km

Royal Lodge Entrance, Windsor Great Park

Highlight • Monument

Pink building entrance gateway makes a nice photo

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12.5 km

Primrose Hill

Forest

19.5 km

Johnson's Pond

Lake

33.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.9 km

13.4 km

3.62 km

623 m

532 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.1 km

3.55 km

260 m

193 m

Elevation

Nothing selected – click and drag below to see the stats for a specific part of the route.

Highest point (90 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Thursday 8 October

20°C

10°C

64 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

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Comments

May 21, 2024,Crankies and Cinnamon

A great variation to our usual WGP ride. A great café stop at the Cinnamon café in Windsor Royal station (10% discount for cyclists).

October 15, 2024,Crankies 2 Cinnamon

The Cinnamon Café, in Windsor Royal station, offers a 10% "lycra" discount to cyclists.
I am going to ask for 20%, otherwise, I will put some lycra on!!