24/09/2026
👑 Planning an autumn visit to Royal Windsor?
💂🏻♀️ Don't miss one of the town’s most iconic traditions, the Windsor Guard March & Changing the Guard. The guards march from Victoria Barracks on Sheet Street along Windsor High Street and into Windsor Castle, accompanied by a military band on many occasions.
📍 Best places to watch for free:
🔸Windsor High Street
🔸Sheet Street
🔸Castle Hill
🔸Corn Exchange at Windsor Guildhall
⏰ Timings:
🔸New Guard marches from Victoria Barracks at approximately 10:45am
🔸Changing the Guard ceremony begins inside Windsor Castle at 11:00am
🔸 The Old Guard marches back to the barracks at around 11:25am
📅 October Guard Change dates: 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 27, 29 & 31 October. Please note that schedules are set by the British Army and may be subject to change.
📷 The Guard March is a fantastic way to experience royal pageantry in the heart of town. There will also be opportunity to experience military processions in Windsor on 19th and 20th October as part of the forthcoming State Visit.
Note: To enjoy the actual Changing of The Guard ceremony inside the Castle quadrant, you will need to purchase a standard entry ticket, link is in comments.
📸 Have you seen the Guard March before? Share your photos in the comments and we'll feature the best!