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Cow Pond – Savill Gardens loop from Windsor Great Park

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United Kingdom

England

South East England

Windsor and Maidenhead

Old Windsor

Cow Pond – Savill Gardens loop from Windsor Great Park

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Cow Pond – Savill Gardens loop from Windsor Great Park

01:01

3.95km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Windsor Great Park

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811 m

Cow Pond

Highlight • Lake

Cow Pond was renovated in 2012 to commemorate H.M. The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, with the diamond lattice balustrade of the Baroque-style footbridge being designed specifically to represent this momentous event. The oak arbour and footbridge were added as part of the renovation project, and as with the roof of The Savill Building, both the arbour and the footbridge were expertly crafted from sustainable Windsor Estate oak.

Whilst visiting Cow Pond, take a trip to nearby Chapel Wood. Autumn fills this woodland with the glorious colour of the Japanese maples, while a visit during January and February will be rewarded with colourful and sweetly perfumed witch hazels. Whatever the season, this charming wood is always a worthwhile addition to your walk.
Cow Pond was formally created in the early 1700s by architect Henry Flitcroft, as an extension from an existing pond. The oak arbour and footbridge, added as part of the renovations in 2012, were built according to the original 1748 designs.
windsorgreatpark.co.uk/en/experiences/cow-pond

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922 m

Water Lilies at Windsor Great Park

Highlight • Lake

1.82 km

Savill Gardens

Highlight • Natural

If you have time and are feeling like spending some money, Savill Gardens are well worth a stroll. Park nearby and wander through thirty-five acres of ornamental gardens. Excellent visitor shop and tea rooms too, and a large car park for visiting motorists.

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1.97 km

Cumberland Obelisk, Obelisk Lawn, Windsor Great Park

Highlight • Monument

Follow the path for Virginia Water from the Savill Garden car park, and you will soon encounter Obelisk Lawn - where you will often be greeted by the scene of children playing in the play area, and groups of family and friends enjoying picnics around the majestic cedar trees. Here you can enjoy a drink and a snack from Obelisk Lawn’s resident mobile café, as you admire the sensational views offered across Obelisk Pond.

The magnificent Cumberland Obelisk rises high on the lawn in honour of the Duke of Cumberland, son of King George II. Here, an inscription commemorates the Duke’s military services in Windsor Great Park, an ode to a son from his loving father.

windsorgreatpark.co.uk/en/experiences/obelisk-lawn-the-cumberland-obelisk

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2.04 km

Cumberland Obelisk

Highlight • Monument

The Cumberland Obelisk memorial can be found on Obelisk Lawn, and was erected in honour of the Duke of Cumberland, William Augustus - son of King George II.

The inscription reads - “This Obelisk raised by command of King George II commemorates the services of his son William Duke of Cumberland the success of his arms and the gratitude of his father. This tablet was inscribed by His Majesty King William IV.' An ode to a son from his loving father.

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2.13 km

Coffee in the Park

Highlight • Cafe

You get a lovely cup of coffee here. Not over priced.

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2.29 km

Savill Garden Visitor Centre Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Goud stopping point. Lots to buy to eat and drink

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3.95 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.22 km

704 m

Surfaces

2.52 km

1.12 km

Elevation

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Wednesday 26 August

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Cow Pond – Savill Gardens loop from Windsor Great Park

Cow Pond

Water Lilies at Windsor Great Park

Savill Gardens

Cumberland Obelisk, Obelisk Lawn, Windsor Great Park

Cumberland Obelisk

Coffee in the Park

Savill Garden Visitor Centre Cafe

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