Henley-on-Thames
About Henley-on-Thames
Welcome to the Henley-on-Thames edition of The Oxford Magazine.
A very genteel town in the far southeast of the Oxfordshire county, Henley-on-Thames is synonymous with the Royal Regatta that makes a splash in the social calendar at the turn of July. Thousands of spectators crowd the grassy banks for competitive events by some of the world’s finest rowers.
At other times you can simply bask in Henley’s refined character and go for strolls in the beautiful Chiltern landscape of wooded hills and green fields that climb up from the river. Little surprise that the town was recently voted as one of the best places to live in the English countryside by The Times.
The sublime Tudor country house and National Trust attraction, Greys Court, is on the edge of town and has appeared in TV shows like Downton Abbey. Also suitably plush is Nuffield Place, once the home of the car manufacturer William Morris.
Local news & stories
Councillors welcome proposals to protect and enhance the Chilterns AONB
South Oxfordshire District Councillors have welcomed plans which could see the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) extended and better protected.
District councils make their revised management structure permanent
The decision formalises the structure that has been operating successfully at the councils for many months, and it demonstrates a strong commitment to working in partnership with others.
Henley Royal Regatta 2021 expected to go ahead in August
The regatta, one of the best-known in the world and a highlight of the summer sporting calendar and social season, will be different to help keep everyone as safe as possible.
The Oxfordshire people recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours List 2021
Here are all the Oxfordshire people recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List 2021. It includes a damehood for Professor Sarah Gilbert for her pivotal role in developing a COVID-19 vaccine.
Some of the best places to enjoy the sun in Oxfordshire
Summer is most definitely upon us, with soaring temperatures and wall-to-wall blue skies. We’ve rounded up some of the best places to enjoy the sun in Oxfordshire that our readers have told us about.
Thames Traditional Boat Festival back with 4 days of pure indulgence
The popular event gets the ‘green light’ for 27 to 30 August at Henley-on-Thames. So put the dates in your diaries, polish up your vintage cars, children, dogs, even your boats!
Henley-on-Thames Stuart Turner acquires HVAC specialist Mikrofill
Stuart Turner’s acquisition will significantly expand its range of products and services so it can provide its customers with the most comprehensive HVAC and water supply solutions.
Crocker End House: A gorgeous family home previously owned by members of the royal family
The house has been in the same family ownership for the last 23 years and there are no records of an open market sale in living memory.
Sofas & Stuff comes to Henley-on-Thames
The maker of bespoke sofas, chairs, sofa beds and beds has opened a new showroom in Henley-on-Thames, situated in the heart of the town centre.
The independent bookshops to explore in Oxfordshire
We are incredibly fortunate to have a diverse and vibrant range of independent bookshops in Oxfordshire that are perfect for whiling away the tedious hours after brunch.
