The double avenue of trees was originally planted with elm, but these were replaced in the 1940s due to Dutch elm disease.
The Copper Horse statue at the end of the walk depicts King George III on horseback and was unveiled in 1831.
The path is intentionally designed to align perfectly with the axis of the south facade of Windsor Castle.
The herd of red deer inhabiting the park dates back to the reign of King Henry VIII.
Snow Hill, the destination of the walk, was an ancient meeting place for local people during the Saxon period.
The Long Walk is a 2.65-mile tree-lined avenue stretching from Windsor Castle to the Copper Horse statue in Windsor Great Park. Commissioned by King Charles II in the 1680s, the path consists of a wide gravel thoroughfare flanked by double rows of horse chestnut and plane trees. The route traverses the Deer Park, a managed habitat home to a roaming herd of approximately 500 red deer. The path terminates at Snow Hill, offering an elevated vantage point back toward Windsor Castle and the Round Tower. The area remains an active part of the Crown Estate and provides direct access to the wider 4,800-acre Great Park. The gravel track serves as a significant ceremonial route for state events and the Royal family.
The elevated area around the Copper Horse statue looking north toward Windsor Castle.
Wear sturdy walking shoes as the path is composed of loose gravel and can be uneven.
Maintain a significant distance from the red deer, especially during the autumn rutting season when they become aggressive.
Bring binoculars for spotting wildlife and to better appreciate the long-distance view of the castle from the Copper Horse.
Attempting to reach the end of the walk and back on foot without water, as the route is entirely exposed to the elements.
Keep dogs on a lead near the deer; do not feed the wildlife; follow all Countryside Code signage.
