Windsor Castle is set to welcome visitors to a newly transformed garden this summer, redesigned under King Charles III’s vision and reflecting a blend of history, sustainability, and royal tradition.
The historic East Terrace Garden has been reimagined into a striking new landscape now known as the Venus Garden, inspired by the orbital pattern of the planet Venus. The redesign marks one of the most significant updates to the royal grounds in recent years.
The garden features carefully planned perennial flower beds, wildflower meadows, and structured hedgerows, alongside thousands of seasonal bulbs designed to ensure year-round colour and biodiversity. The new layout also includes ornamental trees, sculpted hedges, and restored sightlines offering rare views of the castle’s east façade.
The space has been shaped to reflect King Charles’ long-standing interest in environmental sustainability and naturalistic gardening, with an emphasis on supporting wildlife and creating a more ecologically balanced landscape within the historic estate.
The garden also carries layers of royal history. The site was originally laid out in the early 19th century and has undergone multiple transformations under successive monarchs, including Prince Philip, who previously simplified its design into formal rose gardens.
According to the Royal Collection Trust, the redesigned space continues this tradition of evolution, combining historical structure with modern ecological principles.
Visitors will be able to access the Venus Garden as part of standard Windsor Castle admission during its summer opening period, offering a rare opportunity to explore a space that has remained largely closed to the public in previous decades.
The project is also seen as part of a broader effort by the King to open up royal estates to the public while preserving their historical and cultural significance.
With its mix of heritage, symbolism, and ecological design, the new Windsor Castle garden is expected to become one of the key attractions of the summer season.