The smallest of the three shops, The Windsor Castle China Shop in on the North Terrace, where visitors exit after viewing the State and Semi-State Apartments. It doesn't actually sell much china, but does carry nifty tin plates printed with reproductions of some of the most colorful patterns exhibited in the castle as well as various items of reproduction jewelry. A stand just outside this shop sells ice cream and bottled water - the only refreshments available within the Castle grounds.
The two other shops ( the Middle Ward Shop and the Lower Ward Shop) carry a variety of interesting souvenir merchandise - jewely, clothing, books, housewares, toiletries, children's gifts - that is fairly priced, along with inexpensive novelties and post cards. Because much of the merchandise is exclusive to Windsor, the shops are good for hunting down unusual party favors and stocking stuffers for the holidays.
For Armchair Travelers
Even if a trip to Windsor Castle is not in the cards for the near future, there are a number of good, official websites to help you enjoy a virtual visit:- Virtual Rooms at Windsor Castle. This website offers 360 degree views of the Grand Staircase and Grand Vestibule the Waterloo Chamber and The Crimson Drawing Room.
- Virtual tours of St. George's Chapel includes 360 degree views of the Quire, the Nave and the Lower Ward as well as interesting information keyed to the pictures.
- Listen to St. George's Chapel Choir
- The Royal Collection e-Gallery - a large selection of online exhibitions, artworks and features.
- Exhibitions Current and forthcoming exhibitions featured online with some excellent, zoomable images.
