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Oxfordshire - Towns & Villages
Henley-on-Thames
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Henley Bridge - Photo:
Nigel Homer
CCL |
An attractive, atmospheric
riverside town in the Chiltern Hills, Henley
boasts an 18th century five-arched bridge over
the Thames but is internationally famous for
its Royal Regatta which draws crowds of
blazer-clad rowing enthusiasts each summer.
The regatta course is the longest straight
stretch on the river.
The town grew up as a river crossing and as a
port supplying goods to London. It is full of
Georgian buildings and has a number of old
coaching inns.
St. Mary’s Church has a 16th century chequerwork
tower while a porch links it to a 14th century
chantry house. |
A few miles north of Henley is beautiful Greys
Court, a 17th century mansion constructed on top
of the remains of an older castle. It was named
after Lord de Grey who fought at Crecy and was one
of the original Knights of the Garter. It was once
occupied by William Knollys, said to be the ‘real’
Malvolio of Shakespeare fame.
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Further information:
Henley-on-Thames Hotels, Guesthouses and B&B Accommodation
Henley-on-Thames Camping and Caravan Sites |
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