The River Thames has something to offer for everyone. Whether you’re coming to the area for a break, live locally and want to take up a new hobby or just want to get to know the area better, there’s something to suit you.
As you would expect, Boating is the top activity on the River and we have plenty of ideas for how to take a boat trip or participate in a boating activity from rowing, canoeing, kayaking to stand up paddle boarding. If you’re thinking about owning a boat, check out our handy guide to buying a pre-owned boat.
If you just want to watch the boats go by you can relax in a marina, they are open for everyone and have some great places to eat by the river.
With exciting family attractions, luxury spa breaks, gourmet riverside restaurants and lots of different hobby ideas, why not explore the section for lots of inspiration?
Are you looking for something more active? Team Activity Group offer activities on the River Thames, outdoor activities on the land, indoor activities and evening entertainment for small or large groups of friends and family and for special events such as Hen Parties.
There’s plenty of other things to do, walking the Thames Path National Trail and fishing are great ways to relax and there’s plenty of choice along the Thames.
Visit the gardens at Cliveden National Trust, enjoy the wildlife at Beale Wildlife Park or discover the history of rowing and Henley on Thames at the River & Rowing Museum: have a go at the interactive displays or wander through the Wind in the Willows gallery.
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Useful App for planning your days out during your trip along the Thames.
The Official British Marine App helps you plan your day while on holiday. The complete App solution for planning your leisure activities during your trip on the non-tidal and tidal River Thames; from Lechlade to the Thames Barrier. For smartphones, tablets, laptops, desktops; iOS, Android, Amazon Fire, macOS, Windows
Mandatory installation of Carbon Monoxide alarms on enclosed boats in UK waterways would save lives. Find out about the Carbon Monoxide Alarm Campaign.