Five of the best on the River Thames

Our pick of the five best activities on the River Thames this summer. From boating to camping and canoeing to picnics, there's something for everyone on this beautiful river.

1) Hire a boat and enjoy a picnic afloat

Hire a charter boat or opt for self drive and enjoy a picnic with a difference this summer: bobbing along on the River Thames. There's something to suit every budget from wooden rowing boats to luxury cruisers. Try runnymede-on-thames, Swan at Streatley or Beetle and Wedge.

2) Take a passenger boat trip

A passenger boat trip is the perfect way to take in the stunning scenery of the River Thames. There are passenger boats operating from all major towns and cities along the rural River Thames, so jump aboard. Try Hobbs of Henley, Thames Rivercruise French Brothers or Salters Steamers. Or locate your nearest operator by visiting our boat trip page.

3) Learn to paddle a canoe

Hire a canoe or Kayak for a day, weekend, or week of care free and environmentally friendly cruising on the River Thames. Paddle along one of the finest and safest canoe touring rivers in the country, winding its way through 135 miles of traditional English countryside, with excellent connections to fine riverside camping, hotels, pubs and shopping. Try Moose Canoe and SUP Hire from its stunning riverside base at the National Sports Centre, Bisham Abbey, Marlow. They will also provide boats all along the River Thames.

4) Go camping at a lock

With the Environment Agency's unique lock camp sites picking up recommendations in national media and camping guides, isn't it time you checked out what all the fuss is about? You'll discover a very different style of camping in these small and friendly sites, only accessible on foot. Dixie Wills, the author of ‘Tiny Campsites', declared in his review: "Three cheers for whoever it was at the Environment Agency who thought it would be a good idea to use land at certain Thames locks for camping." Visit our camping page for more information.

5) Go on a boating holiday

All along this beautiful and tranquil stretch of water there are luxury hire boats waiting to drift you away from the stresses and strains of everyday life. Choose from a traditional narrowboat fully kitted out with modern facilities, a luxury cruiser or a private charter, all perfect for romantic breaks or fun family holidays. Try Hobbs of Henley, Kris Cruisers, Calmer Cruising or visit our boating holiday page for more information.

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The Crown and Thistle Hotel

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Hotel

Abingdon

Old coaching inn, a Listed building, built 1605, with a cobbled courtyard. Close to the town centre and River Thames.
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Tom Brown's School Museum

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Museum

Uffington

Exhibition of the life and works of Thomas Hughes. Exhibits on Uffington White Horse and local history. Gallery display changed annually .
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Talbot Inn

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Inn

Eynsham

A traditional family run country village inn with new letting rooms, decking by the wharf stream of the River Thames, landscaped pation and plentiful car parking. Set in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds but only 4 miles from Oxford
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Sheephouse Manor Cottages

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Self-Catering

Maidenhead

Sheephouse Manor's five homely cottages offer short term lets from two weeks to four months. Set in the grounds of a 16th-century farmhouse we offer a peaceful and relaxing stay to both families and professionals alike. Surrounded by wildlife, we…
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Chipping Norton Museum of Local History

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Museum

Chipping Norton

An independent museum located on the first floor of the 19th century Chipping Norton Co-op Society Meeting Hall and run by the local history society.
Among the many exhibits are the following: prehistoric and Roman artefacts; from Saxon Manor to…
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The Boathouse at Boulters

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Restaurant

Maidenhead

Offering modern British cuisine in our Riverside Brasserie and rustic pub food in the Terrace Bar, Boulters nestles on an island in the midst of outstanding natural beauty.
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Water Fowl Sanctuary and Children's Farm

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Nature Reserve

Banbury

Reception barn, leading to natural environment for hundreds of birds and animals. Oxfordshire special conservation awards 1990. Snacks cabin in season. Young animals and birds for sale (licenced).
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Costa Coffee (Windsor Yards)

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Café

Windsor

Creating great coffee is an art that takes time and skill to perfect, and with 40 years of experience we like to think that we've done just that.
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EAT.

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Café

Windsor

EAT. create, make and serve fresh food to go.
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Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital

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Animal Collection / Zoo

Aylesbury

Set in the grounds of Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital, is a chance to meet different wildlife and visit the only Hedgehog museum in the UK.