Henley-on-Thames

Henley-on-Thames occupies an idyllic position on the river between wooded hills, and is famous for the Royal Regatta, which has taken place in the first week of July since its inauguration by Prince Albert in 1839, and which is one of the great social events of the London season. Another traditional ceremony is "swan-upping" in the third week of July. The town has an 18th century bridge, which spans the wide curve of the Thames, and a row of handsome Georgian houses.

Must-see attractions nearby:

Address

Henley-on-Thames Tourist Office
Town Hall
Market Place
Henley-on-Thames RG9 2AQ
England

http://www.henley-on-thames.org

Related Attractions

Greys Court

Greys Court is a National Trust property located near Henley-on-Thames. The Jacobean house has Georgian additions and is set amid the remains of the courtyard walls, It has one tower remaining from the original house that dates back to 1347.

Address

Greys Court
Rotherfield Greys
Henley-on-Thames RG9 4PG
England

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-greyscourt

Hours

Always opened on:

Spring Bank Holiday - Britain (last Monday, May )
Summer Bank Holiday - Britain outside Scotland (last Monday, August )

Always closed on:

Good Friday - Christian (Apr 06)

Disabled

Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.

Transit

Bus: Yellow Bus M1 from Reading

Henley-On-Thames Royal Regatta

This annual weekend event takes place in early July and includes both social and sporting elements. Popular boat races can be seen from the grandstands or boats near the shore. A series of concerts, dances and social gatherings fill up the rest of the weekend.

Address

Henley Royal Regatta Headquarters
Regatta House
Henley-on-Thames RG9 2LY
England

http://www.hrr.co.uk