Location: Henley-on-Thames
Top Things to do in Henley-on-Thames
Top 10 Things to do in Henley-on-Thames, England
Henley-on-Thames /ˈhɛnliː ɒn ˈtɛmz/ ( listen) is a town and civil parish on the River Thames in Oxfordshire, England, 9 miles (14 km) northeast of Reading, 7 miles (11 km) west of Maidenhead and 23 miles (37 km) southeast of Oxford, near the tripoint of Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. The population at the 2011 Census was 11,619.
Restaurants in Henley-on-Thames
1. River & Rowing Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 374 reviews
The River & Rowing Museum, set by the river in picturesque Henley on Thames, brings the river, rowing and the arts to life in a series of stunning galleries and temporary exhibitions. The Museum, housed in stunning oak clad building designed by award winning architect David Chipperfield, is home to the UK's only gallery dedicated to the work of prolific British artist John Piper. Families are welcomed to the Museum, and the permanent Wind in the Willows walk through experience is enormously popular with visitors of all ages! Hosting an ever changing series of temporary exhibitions, there is always something new to see at the Museum and their annual pass tickets provide fantastic value for money.
Reviewed By 489lornam - Lewes, United Kingdom
This was a welcome stopping point, on a journey to Oxford. It is an award-winning purpose-built museum, just by the Thames, devoted to boating and river-related activities. It is a great place to eat. For little kids there is a walk-through section that brings the Wind in the Willows to life. For older 'kids' there are historic boats from past rowing events, an amazingly preserved Saxon dugout, even a skiff the Three Men in a Boat might have used. For art buffs there a special gallery devoted to the paintings of John Piper, who lived nearby. It's worth mentioning we got in free with our Art Fund passes - but otherwise it was reasonably priced; and the shop was a delight. Has its own free car park. We thoroughly enjoyed our couple of hours there.
2. Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery
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4.5 based on 1,123 reviews
An award winning English Vineyard, Winery and Brewery. Offering pre booked tours with tutoured tastings. There is also an on-site fantastic Bed & Breakfast where you relax and enjoy dinner too.
Reviewed By snowy202 - Chipping Norton, United Kingdom
A very interesting tour with an excellent tasting session,good explanations of the preparation of each product.An enjoyable day, we stayed overnight for an excellent evening meal and accomodation and breakfast. Superb views and location with chance for walkers in spare time.
3. Lovibonds Brewery
4. Nuffield Place
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4.5 based on 550 reviews
Reviewed By 208andys - Clanfield, United Kingdom
What a down to earth character Lord Nuffield must have been - the house is in no way grand and, unfortunately, it does look in need of rather a lot of TLC (I'm sure the many flat roofs don't help.) The interiors are comfortable and homely rather than grand and you could almost be walking into your grandparents house. The only nod to grandeur is the Billiards Room which is in a wing on its own and the tool cupboard in his Lordship's bedroom gives a fascinating insight to the restless nature of the man. Really interesting
5. Warburg Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
High up in the Chiltern hills, Warburg Nature Reserve is a magnificent place for its wild, remote tranquillity. The flower-rich grasslands in the valley bottom give way to grand woodlands rising up the valley sides.Warburg is home to an incredible range of habitats sheltering thousands of species, and each season there is something interesting to experience. In spring, the woodland is awash with spectacular bluebells and wood anemones. In May and June the reserve has a dawn chorus second to none. The wide sunny rides and open glades of chalk grassland are full of summer flowers, including pyramidal orchid and swathes of aromatic wild marjoram and thyme. These are followed by autumn and Chiltern gentians and glorious colours throughout the tree canopy, while down below, an incredible 900 species of fungi grow. In winter, you can enjoy magical frost along the valley bottom.
Reviewed By CJov - Sittingbourne, United Kingdom
We love walking and nature. We loved the Warburg Nature Reserve. How wonderful that the woodland trust and their volunteers maintain places like this for us all to enjoy.
6. Henley Royal Regatta
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4.5 based on 70 reviews
Said to be the world’s best known regatta, Henley’s remains a firm favourite in the social diary for those who love one of England’s most loved pastimes, rowing. Taking place on the River Thames, Henley Royal Regatta draws in the classic English gent, those wanting to experience a slice of authentic British life, and even the odd Olympian. Spanning two wars, this five-day event has taken place each year since 1839, over the first weekend in July, and consists of 200 races that are around a mile long each. As part of the ‘English social season’ the event comes with a strict dress code so it’s a jolly good excuse to dress up, pack the cucumber sandwiches, and break out the Pimms.
7. Thames Path
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By richardhZ6133XK - London, United Kingdom
On a few days break from the grind we took ourselves off to Henley-on-Thames, the Thames path is a wonderful way to explore the river and to watch the world go by. We took a picnic and found a lovely shaded spot in view of the river and the many boats that pass. You must walk up to one of the many locks to watch the boats passing through.
8. Grey's Court
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4.0 based on 858 reviews
Reviewed By MissHeli2005 - Ascot, United Kingdom
Most enjoyable visit. Knowledgeable staff, super tea room and lovely gardens to walk round on a sunny day
9. Stonor Park & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 234 reviews
Welcome to Stonor Park, Historic Stately Home & Gardens of Lord and Lady Camoys and the Stonor Family for over 850 years. A great family day out near Henley-on-Thames in the Chilterns just one hour from London and home to the magical Tumblestone Hollow Adventure Playground.
10. The Maharajah's Well
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By sudd_11 - Hampshire, United Kingdom
Everyone should visit this structure it is a special piece of history that tells a wonderful story of a beautiful gift to the village. It is a pleasure to come and walk around this area to see this piece of history
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