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All about Eton

Just across the footbridge from Windsor lies the village of Eton, rightly described by many as one of the most beautiful villages in England.

Essentially comprising just one street which runs from the thames, up past Eton College and off toward Slough, the history of the village is inextricably tied to the history of the famous public school.

The story began in 1440 when King Henry VI founded the "The King’s College of Our Lady of Eton beside Windsor." After more than 600 years it is still a working school and visitors can enjoy daily tours of the buildings as long as they keep the noise down when close to classrooms.

The village grew up to service the school (which doesn't explain the high proportion of pubs along the high street!). Eton College is one of the most expensive and prestigious schools in England and so alongside the tuck shop you will find a branch of Coutts and Co (the Queen's own bank) A sports car dealership and lots of expensive antique shops.

eton from the air

Thanks to Nick Braithwaite for this lovely shot of Eton from the air, taken high above Windsor and showing the River Thames in all her splendour.

The brocas meadows offer fine views across the thames to Windsor Castle.