Eat & Drink on the River Thames

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Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat or want to relax and enjoy a hearty meal, the River Thames is the place to go.

When the sun is shining, enjoy a relaxing drink overlooking stunning views of the river or enjoy afternoon tea in the open air. If the wind starts to bite, get cosy by a roaring fire in a riverside pub or have a gourmet treat in one of the many Michelin starred restaurants in the area. World class chefs are never far away, The Riverside Restaurant at the Macdonald Compleat Angler welcomed the distinguished Michael Lloyd whose been joined by Michelin-starred Chef Atul Kochhar with Sindhu, offering traditional Indian cuisine in a contemporary manner. The talented André Garrett can be found at Cliveden where The Astor Grill opened in April 2016. Or dine at The Oakley Court where the meat and fish is smoked in their own Smokehouse. Glaze Restaurant at Crowne Plaza Marlow offers eclectic cuisine with floor-to-ceiling windows providing views over the terrace and lake.

 Discover the boat houses turned into restaurants or cafes, such as the Beetle and Wedge Boathouse Restaurant, you can’t get closer to the river! Go on a Monday night for Moulsford Mondays - Two courses plus a glass of wine or pint of beer £14.50.  Dine at the Coppa Club Streatley housed in the Swan at Streatley.

 What better way to warm up on a winter’s day, sat by a log fire in a country pub. The Plough Inn, is a family friendly pub with cosy bars complete with log fires, or in the summer sit in the large garden on the banks of the River Thames. Another great places is the historic Tudor pub, The Bull Inn at Sonning which provided accommodation for pilgrims visiting the medieval chapel of St Andrews.

Of all the places overlooking the thames, The Runnymede on Thames' brand new lounge has got to be the most chilled. Sink into a comfy chair or sofa and enjoy the buzzy atmosphere and wonderful views of the Thames.

Great River Thames pubs

The River Thames is a wonderful setting for some great riverside pubs and inns. What better way to warm up on a winter’s day, than sat by a log fire in a country pub. Or, in the summer sit in the garden, or on a terrace on the banks of the River Thames, watching the boats go by. Whether it’s a rural retreat, a pub in the shadow of Windsor Castle, historic inn or gastropub, there’s plenty of choice!

Discover some of the best pubs and inns along the River Thames.

A British Tradition - Afternoon Tea

What could be more enjoyable than treating yourself to a classic afternoon tea at one of the riverside hotels, or combined with a cruise along the River Thames. If you really want to spoil yourself, book a Vintage day out with Afternoon Tea in the glamour of a genuine luxury vintage chauffeur driven car.

Discover some of the best places for Afternoon Tea along the River Thames.