St George's Chapel, Windsor, Castle chapel in Windsor, England
The chapel features intricate fan vaulting, tall perpendicular Gothic windows, and stone carved decorations throughout its nave and choir sections.
Construction began in 1475 under Edward IV, with completion in 1511 during Henry VIII's reign, establishing it as a principal Royal chapel.
The chapel maintains daily services with a professional choir performing traditional Anglican music in a medieval religious setting.
Visitors access the chapel through Windsor Castle admission, with opening hours from 10:00 to 16:00 on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
The final resting place of eleven British monarchs, including Henry VIII, Charles I, and Queen Elizabeth II, lies within the chapel's stone vaults.
Location: Windsor and Maidenhead
Inception: 1475
Official opening: 1511
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Part of: Windsor Castle
Website: http://stgeorges-windsor.org
GPS coordinates: 51.48361,-0.60694
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:46
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