The 9 Best Free Things to do in Henley-on-Thames, England

October 9, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Henley-on-Thames /ˈhɛnliː ɒn ˈtɛmz/ ( listen) is a town and civil parish on the River Thames in Oxfordshire, England, 9 miles (14 km) northeast of Reading, 7 miles (11 km) west of Maidenhead and 23 miles (37 km) southeast of Oxford, near the tripoint of Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. The population at the 2011 Census was 11,619.
Restaurants in Henley-on-Thames

15 Reading Road, Henley-on-Thames RG9 1AB England +44 1491 576228 http://www.bohungallery.co.uk
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Bohun Gallery

2. Lovibonds Brewery

Rear of 19-21 Market Place, Henley-on-Thames RG9 2AA England +44 1491 576596 http://www.lovibonds.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

Lovibonds Brewery

3. Warburg Nature Reserve

Rectory Lane, Bix, Henley-on-Thames RG9 6BL England +44 1491 642001 [email protected] http://www.bbowt.org.uk/reserves/Warburg-Nature-Reserve
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Warburg Nature Reserve

High up in the Chiltern hills, Warburg Nature Reserve is a magnificent place for its wild, remote tranquillity. The flower-rich grasslands in the valley bottom give way to grand woodlands rising up the valley sides.Warburg is home to an incredible range of habitats sheltering thousands of species, and each season there is something interesting to experience. In spring, the woodland is awash with spectacular bluebells and wood anemones. In May and June the reserve has a dawn chorus second to none. The wide sunny rides and open glades of chalk grassland are full of summer flowers, including pyramidal orchid and swathes of aromatic wild marjoram and thyme. These are followed by autumn and Chiltern gentians and glorious colours throughout the tree canopy, while down below, an incredible 900 species of fungi grow. In winter, you can enjoy magical frost along the valley bottom.

Reviewed By CJov - Sittingbourne, United Kingdom

We love walking and nature. We loved the Warburg Nature Reserve. How wonderful that the woodland trust and their volunteers maintain places like this for us all to enjoy.

4. Three Tuns Henley

5 Market Place, Henley-on-Thames RG9 2AA England +44 1491 410138 http://www.threetunshenley.co.uk
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4.5 based on 40 reviews

Three Tuns Henley

Reviewed By motley2013 - Henley-on-Thames, United Kingdom

On a freezing night we landed and found the hidden gem of Henley-on-Thames, last minute drop in. Proper open fires, friendly welcoming staff. Soup and soufflé to start followed by pies and burgers. Faultless food and service Will be back soon, thank you ????

Enterprise House 36 Hart Street, Henley-on-Thames RG9 2AU England +44 1491 571387 http://www.jacksgallery.co.uk
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Jack's Gallery

Reviewed By Steve2382

I have just visited Jack’s Gallery in Henley-on-Thames and purchased the latest Jack Vettriano limited edition print. Excellent service by very knowledgeable staff and clear understanding of Jack Vettriano work. Very reasonable prices and I will definitely return for more in the future.

6. St Botolph's Church

Swyncombe, Henley-on-Thames RG9 6EA England http://www.st-botolphs-swyncombe.info/
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

St Botolph's Church

Reviewed By 968nicholash - London, United Kingdom

Built in the 11th century, this tiny church is a delight, set in the secluded Oxfordshire hamlet of Swyncombe. A feature is the beautifully carved wooden Rood Screen, though us much more recent dating from the early 20th century. The font has a beautifully carved wooden cover. There is a lovely pale blue wooden ceiling. Well worth venturing into the countryside to find this gem of mediaeval religious architecture.

7. Thames Path

Henley-on-Thames England
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4.5 based on 64 reviews

Thames Path

Reviewed By richardhZ6133XK - London, United Kingdom

On a few days break from the grind we took ourselves off to Henley-on-Thames, the Thames path is a wonderful way to explore the river and to watch the world go by. We took a picnic and found a lovely shaded spot in view of the river and the many boats that pass. You must walk up to one of the many locks to watch the boats passing through.

8. The Maharajah's Well

Stoke Row, Henley-on-Thames England http://www.stokerow.net/well1b.asp
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4.0 based on 73 reviews

The Maharajah's Well

Reviewed By sudd_11 - Hampshire, United Kingdom

Everyone should visit this structure it is a special piece of history that tells a wonderful story of a beautiful gift to the village. It is a pleasure to come and walk around this area to see this piece of history

9. The Cherry Tree Inn

The Cherry Tree Stoke ROW, Henley-on-Thames RG9 5QA England +44 1491 680430 [email protected] http://www.thecherrytreeinn.co.uk
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4.0 based on 14 reviews

The Cherry Tree Inn

A place to stay, eat, start or finish a walk, cycle, car drive in the beautiful Chiltern Hills. A base for outdoor activities. A rest stop of weary customers who need some tender love and care and refreshment from one of our excellent staff. Pop in, enjoy our hospitality. We can arrange many things for you to do in and around Henley on Thames and the surrounding area.

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