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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
National
Laura Elston

Stunning garden designed by the King to open to visitors at Windsor Castle for first time

The space, which was first used as a garden in the 1820s during the reign of George IV, takes its new design from the petal-shaped orbit of Earth's closest planetary neighbour in the solar system - (Royal Collection Trust/PA Wire)

A historic garden at Windsor Castle, reimagined under the King's personal vision and drawing inspiration from the celestial dance of Venus, is set to welcome visitors for the first time this summer.

Now officially known as the Venus Garden, this captivating space beneath the royal residence’s iconic east facade reflects King Charles's interest in natural patterns. Its unique design is directly inspired by the petal-shaped orbital path of Earth’s closest planetary neighbour, Venus.

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