Berkshire (Windsor, Eton and a swan sanctuary)
Berkshire is one of England’s affluent home counties, located not far from London. Its most famous place is Windsor and the castle, and there are other more urban areas like Reading.
Like most affluent home counties, the forests tend to be protected here. So you won’t have far to find some nice walking countryside.
If out walking, follow the Countryside Code to keep all creatures safe (learn how to upright an overturned sheep). Keep dogs away from steep banks, mushrooms, cliffs and toxic plants/trees.
At the coast, keep dogs away from nesting birds and sand dunes. Read how to keep dogs safe by the seaside. Check beach bans before travel.
Windor Castle
This is the world’s oldest inhabited castle. Standing above the River Thames, it stretches back 1000 years in history.
Eton
Just over the river from Windsor is Eton. Not just a posh school, it’s also home to England’s main swan sanctuary, which can also give advice by phone.
The Berkshire Downs
Here you’ll find rolling hills, woodland and rivers. Pass through fields, valleys and traditional villages. Most of us alas could never afford to live in one!
