Summer Along the Thames
What better place to be in the Summer than along the River Thames. You're spoilt for choice with a wide variety of activities whatever your age or interest. Whether it's days out, a short break or days out, the options are varied. Avoid the crowds, there's plenty of space along the river.
If the weather is good, there's plenty of things to do outdoors including great BBQ and Picnic locations. Lots of the pubs have great gardens and riverside views to make the most of the sunshine. There's stunning walks along the Thames Path and plenty of watersports to choose from. Combine a short break with one of the many festivals and events. Choose a Sundowner Cruise from Reading or a dining cruise in London, set against the backdrop of London's iconic skyline.
Create unforgettable memories!
Take a look at Summer Family Fun for more ideas...
Reading Dino Trail 25/7-23/8
Get ready for a ROAR-some summer adventure in Reading! Stomp your way around Reading as incredible brick-built dinosaurs take over the town centre.
Three Thames Path Pubs for a Perfect Summer Visit
The sun is out, a gentle breeze is flitting across the glistening water of the River Thames and you have a drink in your hand... what could be better? Check out our suggestions for 3 London pubs right on the Thames Path to try this summer.
Take A Boat Trip from Oxford, Henley, Marlow, Reading, Windsor, Runnymede or London
The River Thames offers so much history and iconic attractions along its banks.
Summer Along The Thames
There's stunning walks along the Thames Path and plenty of watersports to choose from or picnic on an island on the Thames. Take a look at Summer activities.
Hire A Boat Along The Thames
Boating Holidays with Le Boat
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Hobbs of Henley
Self-Drive Motor Launches, Electric Launches and Edwardian Style ‘Self-Drive’…
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Stand up Paddle Boarding (SUP) is great fun for all the family and it’s a great way…
Canoeing Along The Thames
Canoeing and kayaking are very similar sports and great ways to explore the River…
What's On This Summer Highlights
London Evening Cruise with Canapés & Music - Daily during August and September
Live at the Bandstand, Windsor - 20 June - 13 September, Saturday and Sunday
Danesfield Summer Fair & BBQ - 26 July
Henley Town & Visitors Regatta - 1 August
ABBA Party Racenight at Royal Windsor Racecourse - 3 August
Gin & Rum Festival, The Great Hall, Reading - 8 August
Monthly Walking & History Tours at Danesfield House - 5 August and 2 September
Bayeux Tapestry Tours, Reading Museum - Every Tue/Thu 2.30pm-3.30pm, Saturday 2pm-3pm
Sundowner Cruise on the Thames With Thames Rivercruise, Reading - 4, 25 July, 1,15 August and 5 September
Eighties Disco during the Rewind Festival with Hobbs of Henley - 21 August
Visit a new royal garden at Windsor Castle this summer! - 16 July - 13 September
Reading Festival - 27-30 August
Purdey's Gin & Jazz Cruise with Hobbs of Henley - 14 August
Henley Country Craft Show at Stonor - August 28 - August 31
Vintage Afternoon Tea with Hobbs of Henley - 26 July, 30 August and 13 September
Regatta for the Disabled, Henley - 12 September
Thames Path Challenge - 12-13 September
Henley Country Craft Show at Stonor Park 28-31 August 2026
Join the UK’s largest country craft show at Stonor Park, featuring over 200 stalls. SAVE £2 WITH ONLINE EARLY BIRD TICKETS – PURCHASE BY 23rd AUGUST.