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St. George's Chapel
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  • EconomynotBusiness
    Stanstead Abbotts, United Kingdom2,424 contributions
    Stunning
    St. George's Chapel really is a sight to behold. The interior is immaculate and holds so much history. It would be easy to lose yourself in here for several hours although visitor numbers mean that you have to move on to allow others to also appreciate its beauty. I'm not a particularly religious person but I'm so glad to have had the chance to see inside this delight. Unfortunately, you cannot take photographs of the interior but I guess if that's what's needed to preserve it, then so be it.
    Visited September 2020
    Written September 8, 2020
  • Paul G
    Kettering, United Kingdom2,206 contributions
    Awesome experience!
    Wow! Just Wow! We visited the castle on the weekend of a royal wedding so couldn’t access the chapel during our Saturday visit. I learned from the website that you are allowed to attend the Sunday service in the chapel so my wife and I returned on Sunday morning and we were treated to the most amazing experience! We were led into the chapel and sat in the front pews. Behind us were the old knights of Windsor in all their amazing regalia. Their wives were opposite and all looked stunning! To our left was the choir made up of boys and men with the most exquisite voices! I was actually moved to tears when they sang! The service was very moving and an experience I will remember forever. The chapel itself was absolutely stunning. I wish I could have taken photos but photography was not allowed. Was a great experience all round and one I would love to repeat!
    Visited May 2019
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 24, 2020
  • John
    Leavenworth, Kansas1,300 contributions
    セントジョージズ教会 St George’s Chape, Don't step on Henry VIII
    St George’s Chapel　セントジョージズ教会 is the large church within the Windsor Castle complex. Construction was started in 1474 by Edward IV and finished in 1525 by Henry VIII. It is known officially as the College of St George and receives no funds from either the Church of England or the British government. It is independent and self-supporting. Tourists are welcome when there are not services ongoing – and are welcome if they come to worship during the services. At other times, tourists can walk through the entire chapel. I was most fascinated by the tombs of several monarchs, including King George V and Queen Mary, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth I, Edward the IV, and of course Henry VIII. Some of the tombs are directly under the floor and walkways, so one is walking over the tombs of some of England’s most famous monarchs. There are docents and stewards in the chapel who are happy to point out sights if one misses them. After all, if one is continually looking at the floor looking for Henry VIII, it is hard to enjoy the arches, ceilings and stained glass windows. The chapel can be seen in about 40 minutes. Visited late Fall 2019.
    Visited December 2019
    Written November 30, 2020
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JRMADA
United States3,368 contributions
Rushed Through
Sep 2022
My 1 star is not for the Chapel, but for the Royal Collection Trust. We were rushed through the Chapel by the staff because there were too many visitors… We paid to be in there, and the fact that there were lots of visitors just proves the fact that the Royal Collection Trust doesn’t care about visitor’s experience. They pack Royal Places with so many people to maximize revenue, and visitors end up being short changed. It is very hard to enjoy a visit when you are shoulder to shoulder with other visitors. We make a point not to spend any money in the shops and the restaurants, and going forward we will not visit any place managed by the Royal Collection Trust. The fact that they don’t allow non-flash personal photography, so that they can sell you a book at the shop is rubbish too. If you must go to this chapel, go on Sunday during service (it is free for now - until the RCT gets a hold of this too), and you will probably see more of this place than we did. We won’t return!
Written September 29, 2022
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ManCityRob
Sale, UK8 contributions
Wonderful
Oct 2021
So much history. Combined with a visit to the Castle, and perhaps a break for lunch at the Undercroft Cafe in the Castle, you are looking at an overall visit of four to five hours. Have a (free) audio guide to obtain the best knowledge and information.
Written October 31, 2021
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Manuela D
Cremona, Italy278 contributions
History and fame
Feb 2020 • Business
This chapel is a superb example of perpendicular gothic and it combines the glory of the Royal Family with the sacred atmosphere of a religious site. The vault underneath is the resting place of great kings/ queens of the past , while the wooden choir accommodates the nobility of the present. Stunning stained glass windows and fan vaulted ceiling. Definitely worth a visit.
Written February 16, 2020
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sarahpWiltshire
Trowbridge, UK840 contributions
Proud of our heritage
Aug 2022
We have only seen the inside of the chapel on the television but seeing it in person was something else!
Once inside you follow a predetermined route making sure you see everything. There is a no photo policy once inside which is strictly enforced.
The architecture is awesome with lots of intricate detail, take your time and soak up our heritage.
Written August 14, 2022
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Jacqueline E
456 contributions
Stunning Space
Mar 2023 • Couples
Once we got in, there are steps at the entrance and I use a wheelchair, it’s a stunningly beautiful space and fully accessible. There was a large queue to view the final resting place of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 2nd, but it moves steadily and the grave site is strangely tranquil. The queue also gives you chance to soak up the atmosphere and the history in the chapel.
Written March 19, 2023
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chuckofcorby
Corby, UK699 contributions
Part of the Windsor Castle tour
Oct 2020 • Couples
Ultimately it just another church, but with lots of history and the resting place of many Kings and Queens. The audio guide was interesting and informative. There is a no photography request in the building, so here are some shots of the outside. Visited during Covid, sensible numbers and space.
Written October 3, 2020
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BenOxley
Sydney, Australia62 contributions
Glorious fan vaulted ceilings
Jan 2020 • Business
Unfortunately it is prohibited to photograph the inside of the Chapel. Do spend the time on the tour of Windsor Castle to visit the Chapel dedicated St George, the patron saint of England. Try to arrive before 5pm to hear the choir sing Evensong, and marvel in the extraordinary acoustic and striking architecture.
Written January 8, 2020
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Stephanie W
Charlottesville, VA1,535 contributions
Beautiful
Jun 2022
Gorgeous Chapel with so much history. We saw it as part of our tour of Windsor Castle and the included audio guide was very informative. I do wish some of the signage was better to correspond with the guide, but it's obvious a working chapel and not just a tourist attraction. I do wish we had been able to stay for a service but the timing did not work out for us. I would recommend anyone who can stay to do so (the public is welcome to services and there are 3 each day) because I imagine it must be a wonderful experience.
Written June 30, 2022
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claire
Eccleshall, UK7 contributions
A memorable experience at Evensong service.
Nov 2022 • Friends
We attended a beautiful Evensong service here during our visit to Windsor. What a beautiful building to experience such gorgeous singing in! The service was free to attend and was well attended by locals who seemed familiar with the protocols of the service.
At the end of the service we were kindly allowed to briefly visit the queen’s burial place which I found very emotional.
Written November 25, 2022
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rpl170192016
Maryland, NY133 contributions
"Enter these gates with thanksgiving"
Nov 2022
The Chapel is absolutely amazing as a solemn and beautiful place of worship as well as royal mausoleum / memorial to many of Britain's more recent and notable royals.
We were able to pay our respects at the interment site of the late Queen and Prince Philip just weeks after their burial in a rather modest setting.
The staff were very kind and deferential - one could tell the depth of their dedication.
The nearby choir is so rich in ironies: arch rivals Edward IV and Henry VI flank the altar, Henry VIII and favorite wife #3 Jane Seymour share a small crypt with Charles I,.
In the choir itself we could recall the recent services for the late Queen and
previously her husband while she sat conspicuously alone, ever mindful of her steadfast devotion to duty and role model. One need not be a royalist to admire her extraordinary life and example.. As Paddington Bear said, "Thank you Ma'am... for everything."
Written January 18, 2023
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