There’s plenty of things to do in Marlow; whether you’re looking to walk around the town and discover Marlow’s rich history in its Georgian and Victorian architecture and Marlow Museum, dip in and out of a variety of independent shops and boutiques, enjoy a walk along the Thames Path or hire a boat and relax on the river.
TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN MARLOW
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Shopping - Shopping in Marlow includes boutiques with a difference such as Jacu offering Japanese/Korean designs, or Moda in Pelle with their range of elegant, affordable luxury ladies shoes, a visit to a beautiful art gallery like Clarendon’s Fine Art Gallery with its contemporary paintings and sculptures, there’s plenty to keep you occupied. Don’t forget to drop into the Marlow Bookshop or join one of their events.
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Hire a boat at Marlow - Make the Thames your playground and hire a self-operated electric boat or rowing boat, from The Little Green Boat Company at Higginson Park. Perfect for memorable family outings, accommodating up to 8 individuals.
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Follow the Midsomer Murders Trail - Follow a 17 mile trail and explore filming locations used for the popular TV detective series Midsomer Murders. Pick up a trail leaflet from Marlow visitor information service or download a copy.
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Take Part in a Scavenger Hunt - Take part in a scavenger challenge organised by Team Activity Group and explore the historic town of Marlow in a fun filled and challenging game. Teams of up to 6 people are challenged to reach certain goals by performing various missions around the town. Minimum 6 people.
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Enjoy a social night at Rebellion Brewery - on the first Tuesday night of the month. A fantastic evening of great beer, great food and great atmosphere.
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Explore the wildlife at Marlow Common and it was also home to a successful brick and tile industry, using clay exhumed from massive clay pits, these deep excavations can still be seen and inspected at the site today. It is also a site of an old WW1 training ground where troops practiced trench warfare before handling the real thing.
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Walk to Marlow Lock and Weir - a short walk (about 1/2 mile) from the main gate at St Peter's Church will lead you to Marlow Lock, by the weir, in a lovely setting where you can see wildlife. From the Church you will see a waymark to the Lock, this takes you along Church Passage to St Peter Street. Cross diagonally right and continue to Mill Road. Turn right down Mill Road and head round the corner until you reach the riverside lawns. The path to Marlow Lock is on your right.
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Great for families - Higginson Park has indoor and outdoor catering and public toilets, a brick in grass maze and a large children's playground and a skate park which is open all year. There's a leisure centre with swimming pool, gym and tennis facilities. The Thames Path passes through the Park and there is an area of protected wetland with kingfishers and a variety of swans, ducks and other waterfowl. A statue to Sir Steve Redgrave, the five gold medal winning Olympic rowing hero, stands proudly looking out to the river.
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Discover the history of Marlow - Marlow Museum provides an insight to the history of this beautiful and historic town and the surrounding area. A mix of permanent displays and temporary exhibitions. Current exhibition - Writers of Marlow: From Frankenstein to Noddy (Jul 24-28 Mar 25). In school holidays there are often special activities for children.
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View original artworks - Hayden Gallery is a family run, independent Art gallery in the centre of Marlow. It only exhibits original artworks from unique artists, sculptors and artisans whether they are emerging talents or established creators.
Walks around Marlow
When the weather is lovely, stroll down to the riverside and take a walk along the Thames Path National Trail or amble through Higginson Park. The Park has plenty to keep the children amused, including a large playground, cafes, skate park, a brick in grass maze, mini golf (summer holidays only).
Visitor Information
• For more information on what to see and do around Marlow download the Explore Marlow guide.
• Public toilets are located at Riley Road and in Higginson Park, Marlow.
