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.

Number of results:

Number of results: 1173

, currently showing 571 to 580.

Prev
1
2
...
56
57
58
59
60
...
117
118
Next

Sort By: A-Z Lowest A-Z Highest

Tourism For All

Cashmere and Pearls Lunch

Type

Type:

Lecture

Hartwell, Aylesbury

We are delighted to welcome you to our first Cashmere and Pearls Lunch.
Tourism For All

Henley Royal Regatta Cruise

Type

Type:

Participatory Event

Henley On Thames

A unique day at the races at the Henley Regatta aboard 'Hibernia'
Tourism For All

Eton College Queen's Eyot

Type

Type:

Conferences & Weddings Conferences Category

Bray

Queen's Eyot is an enchanting four-acre island on the River Thames near Windsor. Owned by Eton College since 1923 it has a newly refurbished clubhouse offering stylish modern facilities in an idyllic setting.
Tourism For All

Henley Greenlands Weddings

Type

Type:

Wedding Organisers & Services

Henley-On-Thames

Set in Oxfordshire, on the banks of the River Thames, Greenlands in Henley offers a truly memorable wedding – A venue with a view.
Tourism For All

An Evening of Light Entertainment with the Spencer’s of Cookham

Type

Type:

Participatory Event

Cookham

An Evening of Light Entertainment with the Spencer’s of Cookham. An evening of surprises which reflect the musical and literary interests of Stanley and his family. This is the kind of entertainment not seen in Cookham for 100 years!
Tourism For All

Hilton Hotel, Reading

Type

Type:

Hotel

Reading

Relax in a warm and inviting atmosphere at Hilton Reading, winner of the Brand Service Award 2015. Hilton Reading is situated besides Foudry Brook, a wildlife heritage area by the river Kennet and it is just four miles from Reading town centre.
Tourism For All

Bygone Boating

Type

Type:

Boat Hire

Wallingford

Bygone Boating is new to boating holidays on the Thames.
Starting small we offer two classic wooden, restored motor cruisers from our base in Benson in Oxfordshire, providing a great personal, friendly service to our customers. New boats will…
Tourism For All

Dr Choc's Easter Workshop

Type

Type:

Childrens Events

Windsor

It wouldn’t be Easter without making chocolate! This Easter bring the little ones down to do our Easter chocolate making workshop!
Tourism For All

The Savill Garden

Type

Type:

Formal Garden

Egham

The Savill Garden is a garden of beauty and colour where visitors journey through 35 acres of interconnecting gardens. It offers year-round interest, an iconic visitor centre with restaurant, gallery café, gift shop and plant sales.
Tourism For All

Runnymede Surrey Magna Carta 800th Anniversary Garden

Type

Type:

Garden

Egham

Runnymede Surrey Magna Carta 800th Anniversary Garden