Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world, and the royal residence of more than 900 years draws crowds to the town for good reason.

This theme park is a brilliant day out for Lego lovers of all ages. Lego Mythica has a flying theatre ride, Lego Ninjago World is essential for budding Spinjitzu masters, Duplo Valley’s Splash Safari is fun in summer and Miniland is where you’ll see world landmarks made of Lego.

On a clear day there’s nothing better than messing about in boats. Watch the swans glide by, get a glimpse of the grander riverside homes and wave at those suckers just walking along the riverbank.

Get a serious sugar rush playing Willy Wonka at this mini factory and café. Children aged two and above can take part in a workshop to make their own chocolate bar, while those who want to learn (and devour) more can try a 45-minute lesson in marbling, dipped truffles and piped praline bonbons.

This tree-lined avenue created during the reign of Charles II is as familiar to many as Windsor Castle’s Round Tower and has been broadcast on TV countless times as the setting for royal processions.

The town has plenty of pubs to dip in and out of but serious beer fans can go one step further with a tour of Windsor & Eton Brewery. The Duke Street brewery runs 90-minute tours at 12.30pm and 3pm on Saturdays.

A two-headed kitten and a four-footed duck are among the 17,000 quirky items on display at this family-friendly museum, open on Sundays from 2.30pm to 5pm. It’s free, alongside Eton College’s other museums and galleries open to the public — these include the Museum of Eton Life, which relates the history of the college, founded in the 15th century.

Quintessentially English and with endless appeal, afternoon tea might just be the best meal of the day. Leaf at the Castle Hotel is a restaurant that, with all its plants and flowers, faux and real, is a very pretty place in which to dine

While there is plenty to explore in Windsor Great Park, without paying an entrance fee, one of the most striking spots is the Savill Garden.

Although Windsor has a long history of theatre, from strolling players to performances in booths and barns, the current Theatre Royal Windsor, built in 1910, is younger than it looks.

As much about getting dressed up and socialising as it is about horses, a day at the races is something everyone should experience at least once. Windsor Racecourse hosts family fun days, where children get in free, as well as standard race days.