Key Information
Windsor Castle
| Type | Castle |
| Construction | 1070 to 1860 CE |
| Builder | William the Conqueror |
| Made From | Stone |
Learning Point
- Windsor Castle, located in England, is a residence for the British royal family and holds the title of the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it’s been continuously used by monarchs for over 900 years and embodies nearly a millennium of architectural evolution.
Project
- Draw a picture of Windsor Castle, and what your room would look like in the castle.
- Overview
- Aerial
- Plan
Plan of Windsor Castle:
- A: The Round Tower
- B: The Upper Ward, The Quadrangle
- C: The State Apartments
- D: Private Apartments*
- E: South Wing
- F: Lower Ward
- G: St George’s Chapel
- H: Horseshoe Cloister
- K: King Henry VIII Gate
- L: The Long Walk
- M: Norman Gate
- N: North Terrace
- O: Edward III Tower
- T: The Curfew Tower *to the right of “D” (not shown) is the East Terrace created in the 17th century
Location
| Located in | Windsor, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom |
Fun Facts
- It serves as one of the official residences of King Charles III.
- The royal family is named after Windsor Castle, changing their family name during World War I to make it sound more British.
- Queen Elizabeth II slept in the dungeon of the castle during World War II.
- It has the oldest working kitchen in the world, preparing meals since the 1360s!
Past Lessons
| 5 | July 4, 2024 | (North America) |