State visit

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sultan of Oman, has accepted an invitation from His Majesty The King to pay a state visit to the United Kingdom from Tuesday 20 October to Thursday 22 October 2026.

State visit by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sultan of Oman

WIndsor Castle - side view

Their Majesties The King and Queen will host the state visit at Windsor Castle.

To support this state visit, the Royal Borough is working with Thames Valley Police, the Royal Household and other key partners to minimise disruption to those that live and work in, or plan to visit, Windsor.

Costs for the state visit will be paid for by UK government.

All information is subject to change – please check this page regularly.

Security

There will be a visible and enhanced police and security presence in Windsor in the days leading up to and during the state visit.

For up-to-date information on Thames Valley Police’s activity during the state visit, please follow the Windsor & Maidenhead policing page on Facebook or on X.

We would ask people to remain vigilant and if something doesn't feel right, please report it to an officer in person, online, or call 101 or 999 in an emergency. 

Road closures and transport

Some road closures and parking suspensions are expected in Windsor between 9am and 3pm on Monday 19 October and Tuesday 20 October and include the following roads:   

  • Castle Hill.
  • B470 (including River Street, Thames Avenue, Datchet Road, King Edward VII Avenue and Windsor Road).
  • Barry Avenue.
  • Thames Street.
  • High Street.
  • Park Street.
  • Sheet Street.
  • St Alban’s Street.

Bus services may also be affected at short notice – so please plan your journey accordingly.

Additionally, traffic may be held for short periods of time at various roads across Windsor to facilitate military movements.

Crossings  

Some footways and crossing points will also be closed periodically to facilitate the procession movement in the town centre from 9.30am to 12.30pm on both days.

Parking

To support the state visit, some car parks in Windsor may be affected on Monday 19 October and Tuesday 20 October 2026. To avoid disruption, please use public transport where possible.

The following car parks will not be available from 7am to 5pm on both days:

All other car parks will remain open as normal.  

Waste and recyling

Due to the early road closures, we are asking all businesses to contact their commercial waste providers to ensure that they have their waste cleared from the roadside by 7am on both days. 

Businesses open as usual

Coming to Windsor?

While some roads may be closed, Windsor and Eton's shops, cafés and restaurants will be open as usual. Most car parks will remain open and pedestrian access to businesses will be maintained wherever possible.

Our Visit Windsor website has more information about local businesses and attractions. 

For further information, please contact us:
Address

Communications Team
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
Town Hall
St Ives Road
Maidenhead
SL6 1RF
United Kingdom