Thames Evening Experiences

The River Thames provides the perfect backdrop as the lights go down for some special summer evening experiences. Whether you’re looking for a cruise, a movie under the stars, or a culinary delight, there’s plenty to choose from.

Evenings on and along the River Thames 2024

An evening cruise on selected dates along the River Thames. Please check the websites for other events:

• Evening Dinner Cruises with City Cruises  including Jazz dinner cruises
• Evening Sightseeing Cruise with City Cruises, London - enjoy great views of London's riverside landmarks lit up at night!
• Saturday Sundowner Cruise with Thames Rivercruise, Reading - Live music bouncing off the water and a glass of fizz as you board. Gather with friends and spend a couple of hours relaxing.
• Gin & Jazz Cruise with Hobbs of Henley, Henley - aboard The New Orleans, is the incredible singer/songwriter Purdy and her band who will be providing sultry Jazz under the stars. 26 August 2024.
• Eighties Silent Disco during the Rewind Festival with Hobbs of Henley - Put your headphones on and hit the dance floor as you listen to some fab Eighties tunes! The price also includes a cocktail (or mocktail) on arrival and a buffet meal. 16 August 2024.
• Atul Kochhar’s Henley Festival Cruise with Hobbs of Henley - Step aboard Hobbs of Henley’s flagship vessel ‘The New Orleans’ and enjoy the finest Indian cuisine provided by Atul Kochhar’s team. One of the first British-based Indian chefs to receive a Michelin star. 12 July 2024

Dining Experiences:

• The Astor Grill. Cliveden - Located by the charming old stables, which once housed Lord Astor’s most prized fillies. Adopting an equestrian theme in its décor, The Astor Grill is an award-winning restaurant full of character offering a relaxed and informal approach to dining at Cliveden.

• The Lawn at the Compleat Angler - Experience the ultimate in alfresco dining on our picturesque lawn overlooking the river. Try out our brand new menu from plush seating and food and drink market stalls representative of those on the continent, where spectacular views and good company make for a wonderful setting in the summer months and whenever the weather suits from April to September!   

• Enjoy one of the finest views of the River Thames and the Chilterns at Danesfield House. Choose The Orangery  or The Terrace (weather dependant). The sun-drenched terrace is the perfect choice during the warmer months.