Five of the best on the River Thames

Our pick of the five best activities on the River Thames this summer. From boating to camping and canoeing to picnics, there's something for everyone on this beautiful river.

1) Hire a boat and enjoy a picnic afloat

Hire a charter boat or opt for self drive and enjoy a picnic with a difference this summer: bobbing along on the River Thames. There's something to suit every budget from wooden rowing boats to luxury cruisers. Try runnymede-on-thames, Swan at Streatley or Beetle and Wedge.

2) Take a passenger boat trip

A passenger boat trip is the perfect way to take in the stunning scenery of the River Thames. There are passenger boats operating from all major towns and cities along the rural River Thames, so jump aboard. Try Hobbs of Henley, Thames Rivercruise French Brothers or Salters Steamers. Or locate your nearest operator by visiting our boat trip page.

3) Learn to paddle a canoe

Hire a canoe or Kayak for a day, weekend, or week of care free and environmentally friendly cruising on the River Thames. Paddle along one of the finest and safest canoe touring rivers in the country, winding its way through 135 miles of traditional English countryside, with excellent connections to fine riverside camping, hotels, pubs and shopping. Try Moose Canoe and SUP Hire from its stunning riverside base at the National Sports Centre, Bisham Abbey, Marlow. They will also provide boats all along the River Thames.

4) Go camping at a lock

With the Environment Agency's unique lock camp sites picking up recommendations in national media and camping guides, isn't it time you checked out what all the fuss is about? You'll discover a very different style of camping in these small and friendly sites, only accessible on foot. Dixie Wills, the author of ‘Tiny Campsites', declared in his review: "Three cheers for whoever it was at the Environment Agency who thought it would be a good idea to use land at certain Thames locks for camping." Visit our camping page for more information.

5) Go on a boating holiday

All along this beautiful and tranquil stretch of water there are luxury hire boats waiting to drift you away from the stresses and strains of everyday life. Choose from a traditional narrowboat fully kitted out with modern facilities, a luxury cruiser or a private charter, all perfect for romantic breaks or fun family holidays. Try Hobbs of Henley, Kris Cruisers, Calmer Cruising or visit our boating holiday page for more information.

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Dragon Boat Day

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Sporting Event

Abingdon

The Rotary Club of Abingdon Vesper's Dragon Boat Day is a well established, annual charity fund raising event held alongside the River Thames in Abingdon.
The next event will take place on Sunday 13th May 2012.
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Wonder Woods at Stonor

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Adventure Park / Playground

Henley On Thames

A great place for children up to the age of 15 to have fun with hours of entertainment swinging, jumping, sliding, climbing and splashing.
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The Royal Horticultural Society Luncheons

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Guided Walk

Hartwell, Aylesbury

Visit Hartwell House and its garden.
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Windsor 2-4-1 taster one hour kayak tour

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Participatory Event

Windsor

If you're new to kayaking why not try our Taster Tour and paddle Windsor for one hour? Now on special offer for a limited time only for the price of 2-4-1 offer!
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Eating at Cliveden House

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Restaurant

Maidenhead

Cliveden has a long tradition of fine food and warm hospitality. George Bernard Shaw enjoyed many a fine meal here as a guest of Lord and Lady Astor and would be equally enamoured by the first class cuisine offered at Cliveden today.
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Thames Path 100

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Sporting Event

Whittaker Avenue, Richmond

The 100 mile course is a marked point to point race which takes runners from Richmond in South West London to the centre of Oxford.
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Swan Upping Cruise with Thames Rivercruise

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Water Based Activities

Caversham

Enjoy a day on the River Thames watching meeting and following The Royal Swan Uppers as they travel through the reaches from Caversham.
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Art of the Wild: Gertrude Hermes and the Natural World at the River & Rowing Museum

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Participatory Event

Henley-On-Thames

One of the most imaginative and talented wood engravers of her generation, Gertrude Hermes OBE RA (1901–1983) drew much of her inspiration from nature, revealing a restless curiosity about the world around her, including the River Thames.
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Weybridge

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Towns & Villages

Weybridge

Weybridge is close to the attractions of London
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Thames Trot Ultra

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Run / Rally

Iffley, Oxford

A tranquil run along the Thames from Oxford to Henley. Ever changing scenery on the river and Red Kites frequently seen soaring overhead. One of the best way marked routes we have come across.