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River walks, boat trips and afternoon tea in Henley<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you can tear yourself away from London\u2019s bright lights and many attractions, we recommend spending at least one day out of the city. One of our favourite towns is Henley, just an hour out of London by train, in the Chilterns, south Oxfordshire. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Henley’s high profile Royal Regatta is a highlight of the UK summer sporting calendar. Usually, the event is a chance for rowing aficionados worldwide to compete in up to 100 races a day along the Thames, cheered on by spectators in straw boaters and striped blazers. And, of course, in keeping with all traditional British summer scenes, jugs of Pimms and strawberries and cream are on the menu!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sadly, this year, Regatta Week will not take place at the end of June 2021 as usual, although an August date is being considered. The Henley Festival, offering live music, restaurants, bars and an opportunity to ditch festival wellies for black tie and long dresses, usually follows Regatta Week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But even without these events, there\u2019s plenty to see and do in the town, starting with the River and Rowing Museum which celebrates everything the river has to offer. After that, see if you can squeeze in at least a couple of these Henley attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Explore Henley<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Henley is a\nquintessential English market town, with 300 buildings \u2018of special\narchitectural or historical interest\u2019. Highlights include the grand Victorian\ntown hall, an original Tudor building, St Mary\u2019s Church and, just behind it,\nthe Grade I listed Chantry House. The Old Bell pub, which dates back to the 14th<\/sup>\ncentury, is the oldest building in Henley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you fancy\na spot of shopping, you\u2019ll find all the high street chains, as well as some charming\nindependent boutiques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Walk along the river<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A walk along\nriver-facing Thames Side will take you past the 16\/17th<\/sup> century The\nOld Granary. From here, you can stay on the town side of the river and walk\ntowards Shiplake, following a small riverside path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Alternatively,\ncross over the town\u2019s historic bridge and head left towards the Leander Rowing\nClub. This is the training ground for the UK\u2019s leading rowers such as Sir Steve\nRedgrave and Sir Matthew Pinsent. You\u2019ll pass the magnificent Fawley Court,\nsaid to have been Kenneth Graham\u2019s inspiration for Toad Hall in the children\u2019s\nbook \u2018The Wind in the Willows\u2019. Soon after, you\u2019ll see Temple Island, home to\nan ornamental folly in the form of a temple, constructed in 1771. This is the\nstart of the Henley Royal Regatta course. Continue along the river until your\nreach Hambleden Lock and weir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hambleden Mill is a historic watermill which was built for grinding flour but has now been converted into flats. Continue into Hambleden village for the full British experience. This archetypal English village features brick and flint cottages and the 12th<\/sup> century St Mary\u2019s Church which is often used as a film location. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rent a boat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you like the idea of a lazy couple of hours on the river, there are several options available. Take a scheduled public cruise down the Regatta course and around Temple Island or pick up a rowing boat from Hobbs of Henley\u2019s boathouse. As you drift down the river, you\u2019ll pass stately homes, riverside restaurants, historic bridges and wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Indulge in afternoon tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Once you\u2019re back on dry land, there\u2019s just one thing left to do. It\u2019s time to tuck into a traditional afternoon tea, complete with dainty sandwiches and freshly-baked scones topped with a dollop of jam and cream! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Visit the gardens at Grey\u2019s Court<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019ve travelled by car and want to explore the local area, Grey\u2019s Court is a striking 16th<\/sup> century mansion owned by the National Trust, just 5 miles from Henley. The gardens are the big attraction, divided into charming walled gardens which are set amongst medieval ruins. They\u2019re at their best in spring, when the wild cherry trees are flowering and the 130 year old wisteria is in full bloom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Getting to Henley<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Trains between London Paddington and Henley-on-Thames depart regularly and take around 1 hour.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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