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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The French Horn

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Hotel

Reading

Nestling at the foot of the Chilterns beside the tranquil River Thames is a very special English country house, the French Horn at Sonning.
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Longforgan

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Bed & Breakfast

High Wycombe

Spacious, comfortable accommodation with a lovely garden near High Wycombe. Easy access to London and Heathrow and motorways M4 and M25. Junction 3 M40 within one mile.
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Little Gables

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Bed & Breakfast

Wallingford

Luxurious 4 star, family owned and run Bed & Breakfast. Personalised service, newly refurbished rooms with many amenities, including free wireless internet. Full Continental and English breakfasts with homemade and vegetarian products.
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Kennet Horse Boat Company Ltd

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Boat Trip

HUNGERFORD

Traditional horse-drawn and motorised canal boats. Kennet and Avon Canal. Refreshments, coach parking. Suitable for all age groups.
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Mapledurham House

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Historic House / Palace

Reading

An Elizabethan manor house alongside the River Thames, containing paintings, oak staircases, and moulded ceilings. Home to the Blount family for over 500 years.
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Tingdene Boat Sales Ltd (Windsor)

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Boat Sales / Brokers

Windsor

Tingdene Boat Sales is located at the Racecourse Marina near the heart of Royal Windsor. Whilst trading at this location for over 30 years we have built up a reputation as one of the most successful sales sites on the River Thames.
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Best Western Calcot Hotel

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Hotel

Reading

A medium-sized privately run hotel. Ideally located for visiting Reading and Newbury. Stay over to visit all the Thames Valley attractions. Comfortable accommodation, restaurant and bar.
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College Cruisers

Oxford
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Coldharbour House

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Bed & Breakfast

HENLEY-ON-THAMES

Coldharbour House stands in a quiet close above Henley-on-Thames. It is built in a pretty farmhouse style with character features but modern amenities and is surrounded by a secluded walled garden.
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Brambly Thatch

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Self-Catering

Nr Pangbourne, Reading

Brambly Thatch is a picture book farm cottage on the Chiltern Hills; ideal base for touring Thames Valley Chilterns, Cotswolds, southern and central England, Oxford and London. Please phone for quickest response.