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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Garden View

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Henley-on-Thames

Garden View's attractive double room with ensuite bathroom offers an ideal bed and breakfast stay in Henley-on-Thames. Town centre location - 5 minutes walking distance to River Thames and beautiful countryside.
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Venn Mill Garford

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Water Mill

Abingdon

Venn Mill is the only regularly working watermill in the Vale of White Horse. Powered by the Childrey Brook, it is still grinding corn with millstones.
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Bank Farm

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Bed & Breakfast

HENLEY-ON-THAMES

Peaceful Listed farmhouse in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Good for walking, bird-watching, reading. Ideal for visiting London and Thames side towns from Oxford to Windsor.
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Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre

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Museum

GREAT MISSENDEN

The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, in Great Missenden is where Roald Dahl (1916-1990) lived and wrote many of his well-loved books. This great little award-winning Museum, aimed at 6 to 12 year olds and their families, has fun galleries.
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Cotswold House

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Bed & Breakfast

Oxford

A well situated and elegant property, offering good accommodation and service. Cotswold House is in a most desirable part of Oxford.
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Milka's Guest House

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Guest House

Oxford

A pleasant family run guest house.
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Chastleton House

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Historic House / Palace

Chastleton

One of England's finest and most complete Jacobean houses.
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Cattle Grid

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Restaurant

Windsor

The Cattle Grid team love steak and we think everyone should be able to enjoy it regularly. We aim to bring you the very highest quality steaks without breaking the bank.
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Brooklands College

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Education & Training

Weybridge

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Tim Barfield Marine

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Marinas & Services

Hampton

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