The Windsor Farm Shop received global attention when Kate and William snuck a visit from their home, Adelaide Cottage, a short walk away in March, 2024. What was previously mostly a local treasure was launched as a tourist destination.
If your plans in Windsor include a visit to that, “Place where Kate went”, here’s what to expect.
The Shop’s Origins
The late Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, known for his passion for agriculture and conservation, and official Ranger of the Great Park, actively promoted sustainable farming practices. In 2001, he envisioned a place to showcase high-quality produce and goods sourced directly from the Royal Estates and created the store using Victorian potting sheds. It’s now extended to purpose built buildings, but the rustic charm remains.
Prince Philip’s involvement in the Windsor Farm Shop reflected his commitment to supporting local suppliers. He promoted sustainable agriculture, and making the products of the Royal Estates accessible to the public.
Windsor Farm Shop Location
The shop is located on the edge of the Royal Windsor Estate in Berkshire, England.
It’s about two miles from the castle and a one mile detour from The Long Walk. Parking is plentiful, but if you choose to walk, a well-paved sidewalk lines the road for the entire Route.
What’s Inside the Windsor Farm Shop
You’ll enter through a large greenhouse filled with outdoor plants, shrubs, garden art and seeds. Then you’ll enter an outdoor covered produce section with local, seasonal fruit and veg and Farm Shop free range chicken eggs and quail eggs.
Butchery
The butchery provides traditionally reared, carefully selected local meats including the Windsor Farms own beef, pork, and lamb.
Handmade sausages made from Windsor Farm pork are available weekly as well as seasonal game from the Windsor Estate including red deer, pheasants and partridge.
Orders are welcomed in advance.
Delicatessen
An entire counter is dedicated to fresh savory pies. Favorites include a steak and ale pie made from Windsor and Eton Brewery ale, and a butternut squash and goat cheese.
There are also select quiches, sausage rolls, and treat such as their signature Bread Pudding.
Bakery
The Jolly Baker has served Windsor for over 25 years with a range of breads, rolls and pastries using the finest quality ingredients without the use of additives and preservatives.
Bread at the Windsor Farm Shop sells out very quickly, especially our favorite Volkan Rye, but if you call ahead, the nice people at the shop will happily hold your favorite loaf for you.
Branded Windsor Farm Shop
Jams, honey, tea, biscuits and just about anything else you can imagine slapping a label on can be found in the shop. Coveted swag includes the jute shopping bag.
Windsor Farm Shop Café
The adjacent café is a favorite among locals. Seating is inside or outdoor in charming chalets, umbrella’d tables or in the summer months, a wooden open air shed.
In addition to coffee and tea, cream tea is served daily with homemade traditional scones, clotted cream, and a choice of raspberry or strawberry jam, as well as an array of cakes, pastries, sandwiches and simple, traditional British food.
Shop Hours:
Monday – Saturday 9am to 4:30pm
Sunday 10am to 4:00pm
Café Hours:
Monday – Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday 10:00am – 3:30pm