Local Area

Naturally we assume that you'll want to spend lots of time at Heritage but we do accept that just occasionally you may wish to venture a little further afield.

If its a local walk you want, then Heritage is bounded by Simons Wood, a National Trust property and Ambarrow Court is five minutes drive away.

	LEGOLAND Windsor is an exciting place with thrills and fun for the whole family. LEGOLAND Windsor is a theme park dedicated to children aged 3-12 years old. An inspirational land where the kids are the hero. It's a family attraction like no other - where the fun never stops and imagination knows no bounds. With over 55 interactive rides, live shows, building workshops, driving schools and attractions, all set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland, LEGOLAND Windsor is a unique family theme park. Prepare for a soaking on our wet and wild water rides. Follow a pirate trail that'll leave you wetter than walking the plank or join a Viking fleet where you'll battle sea monsters and rough waters. Little ones will also love making a splash in the fountains at Waterworks. Our many interactive rides put you, quite literally, in the driving seat. Sign the whole family up for some high energy fun at the Fire Academy or take to the skies with the Chopper Squadron. Steer your own course on the Driving School or be captain of your vessel at the Boating School. Be the hero of your very own adventure! Young and old alike will be fascinated by the incredible LEGO models throughout the park. From comical camels to fearsome fire-breathing dragons, world landmarks to musical pirates, it's amazing what can be built with LEGO bricks - nearly 55 million of them!
	Discover paradise at Coral Reef A place of warmth and enjoyment in the Coral Pools. The excitement of our fast flowing water. The thrill of the Snake River Flumes. The rush of the rapids. The gentle fun of the Little Corals Toddlers Pools (now with new features including a large yellow diving bell and drench buckets to entertain the kids!)
	Downshire Golf Complex has a reputation as one of the finest 'pay and play' courses in the country and offers a range of top quality facilities in a delightful setting within the Berkshire countryside. Rated within the top ten municipal courses in the country, Downshire is not only home to an 18-hole championship course but also has a 9-hole pitch and putt course, a well-stocked Golf Shop and a 30-bay driving range (15 fitted with Power Tees). We also offer extensive conference and banqueting facilities within our functions suite at competitive prices. You could of course try and get a round at Wentworth.
	Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and the Official Residence of Her Majesty The Queen. Its rich history spans almost 1000 years. The Castle covers an area of about 5 hectares (13 acres) and contains Magnificent State Apartments furnished with treasures from the Royal Collection St George's Chapel (one of the most beautiful ecclesiastical buildings in England and the burial place of 10 monarchs) Queen Mary's Dolls House, a masterpiece in miniature The Drawings Gallery featuring an exhibition (see below for current display). During the winter months an additional five rooms, known collectively as the Semi-State Rooms, are included in the visitor route. Standard admission charges apply.The Semi-State Rooms will close on 27 March 2011 and re-open to the public on 24 September 2011.
	Bracknell Ski Centre is located just 20 minutes from Heritage and has the longest artificial slope in the South East and is the premier wintersports facility in the region. It is also part of the Company which teaches more people to ski and snowboard than anyone else in the U.K. The centre is open throughout the year and offers skiers and snowboarders of all levels the facilities to practice and learn new skills. There is an active ski club and snowboard club at the centre where you can meet and learn skills from others with similar interests.
	Basildon Park is an impressive Georgian mansion, surrounded by glorious parkland, was lovingly rescued from ruin by Lord and Lady Iliffe in the mid-1950s, when they restored the elegant interior and scoured the country salvaging 18th-century architectural fixtures and fittings. They filled their comfortable new home with fine paintings, fabrics and furniture, which can still be enjoyed by visitors today. There are waymarked trails through the historic parkland and gravel paths around the gardens to be explored. Don't miss our newly opened 1950s kitchen.
	The site of the Runnymede Memorial overlooks the Thames and the riverside meadow where Magna Carta, enshrining man's basic freedoms under law, was sealed by King John in 1215. The land upon which it stands was donated by Sir Eugen and Lady Effie Millington-Drake in 1949. The memorial was designed by Sir Edward Maufe, the Commission's principal architect for the United Kingdom after the Second World War, and consists of a shrine embraced by a cloister in which the names of the dead are recorded. These, grouped according to the year of death, are inscribed on the stone reveals and mullions of the narrow windows giving the impression of partly opened stone books. The coats of arms of the Commonwealth countries are represented on the cloister ceilings.
	Set in 350 acres of beautiful parklands surrounding a 35 acre lake, there are numerous activities to keep the kids happy:- Adventure play area, toddler's play area, sand pits, water play, slides, miniature railway, enchanted forest and play area, nature trail maze, 9 holes of crazy golf, animal farm & petting barn (high season dates only) plus an assortment of other play equipment to climb in and on, will ensure a fun filled day for all! Within our woodlands, there are also four nature trails to follow taking in sights of our vast array of wildlife in their natural habitat. One takes you up close and personal to our herd of resident Red and Fallow Deer
	Welcome to Berkshire's premier hands-on interactive science and nature exhibition! Over 90 exhibits to entertain children and adults alike. A great family day out and also ideal for school visits. Our current public show is The Brain Drain Show - braintastic fun! Please see the Weekend and Holiday Shows page for more details. Enjoy 1,000 hectares of Crown Estate woodland with nature walks, cycle trails and an adventure play area. Customer Service Excellence Logo We have an outdoor seating area for picnics next to the adventure playground. Please note, unfortunately we do not have an indoor picnic area. Relax in our coffee shop and visit our gift shop with its fascinating range of products including pocket money items for the children. Take our virtual tour. Please take some time to fill in our visitor survey form to help us improve the service we offer you. Whether you are on a day trip or a longer break, our Tourist Information Centre, located at The Look Out, can help you plan your time in the area.
	If you want to add some excitement to your life, then look no further than the Big Apple - UK's premier group of Family Entertainment Centres. With ten pin bowling, laser quest, children's soft play, a cafe-bar for quality food and drinks, amusement arcades, party rooms, American pool, our very own 'Vegas' style gaming centres and late night theme bars, each one of our centres has everything you could possibly want seven days a week 364 days a year for a thrilling day out all under one roof.