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Windsor Old Town
Olde Worlde Cobbled Area Next To Windsor Castle





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The oldest part of the town is located immediately opposite the main exit of Windsor Castle, (Henry VIII gate). There are several authentic cobbled streets here, dating from the 17th century and most visitors are tempted by at least a quick walk through.

Outwardly it has all the hallmarks of a tourist trap, nearly all the outlets in the area depend on the tourist trade. Whilst much of the infrastructure is authentic, much of the contents border on tourist tat. Much of the time you will come across people dressed up in costume, commonly Nell Gwynne in an effort to lure you into their restaurant or bar.

Tea Room Windsor Old Town
Tea Room Old Town
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In Church Street there a plaque recording the execution warrant for Charles I in 1648. The building is said to be the place where Shakespeare wrote "The Merry Wives of Windsor".
Look out for the house of Nell Gwynne, favourite mistress of Charles II. Typically next to the Nell Gwynne Chinese Restaurant.

Next to the Crooked House Tea Rooms (pictured above) you will find Queen Charlotte Street, the shortest street in Britain).

Church Street Windsor Old Town
Guildhall
The Guildhall was built by Sir Christopher Wren (architect of St Paul's Cathedral in London) in 1690.

The story of the Guildhall is that the councillors did not believe that Wren's design could stay up, and insisted that the central columns be added in the interests of safety - Wren built the columns, but made them an inch short of the ceiling. The Guildhall is open most Mondays, entrance is free.
Opposite the old town are two fine old hotels. The original entrance ways are still in place, wide enough to steer coach and horses into the yard.