Mill and Marsh Meadows
About Mill and Marsh Meadows
Mill and Marsh Meadows form the principal recreational park in Henley and are located adjacent to the River Thames upstream of Henley Bridge.
The towpath bordering the park on the eastern side, forms part of the Thames Path – a national trail which stretches 184 miles from the Thames’s source in the Cotswolds to the Thames Barrier in London.
Mill Meadows is the most formal of the town’s open spaces. This means boundary hedges, close-cut grass, formal flowers beds, a sensory garden, and a variety of mature trees. You will also find a toddler play area, an adventure playground, bandstand, café, bowling club and flower beds dedicated to Henley’s twin towns.
Marsh Meadows is more informal in nature, comprising rough grass, trees and hedges and a wildlife area which contains a small reed bed, shallow ponds and a wet flower rich, meadow conservation area.
The park has held the prestigious Green Flag Award since 2014, recognising it as one of the best green spaces in the country.
Things to do Mill and Marsh Meadows
Enjoy an event. Summer at the Meadows include a variety of events.
You can also listen to a summer concert on the bandstand with free deckchairs available during each performance! And if you are a talented performer, the bandstand may be hired free of charge. Email enquiries@henleytowncouncil.gov.uk
You can also hire a canoe for an hour…or more, complete the “I Spy” challenge, visit the River and Rowing Museum, follow the wildlife trail, walk the dog, enjoy some light refreshments at the Piazza Café or have a picnics (no BBQs, please).
Of course, you could just relax and take a bit of time out…because, sometimes, it’s just good to be outdoors.
Getting there
If you are arriving by car, access is by Meadow Road, which leads directly into the Pay and Display Car Park. You’ll find information about current parking charges on the Town Council website.
If you are arriving on foot, the four main pedestrian access points are by Meadow Road, the towpath from the town centre, from Marsh Lock in the other direction and from the Mill Lane Car Park (free parking) located at the southern end of Marsh Meadows.
Mill and Marsh Meadows is accessible via public transport with bus stops and train services within minutes of the park.
In addition, Salters Steamers provide a summer boat service to and from Reading and Marlow.
Facilities
Public toilets for ladies and gents, plus a toilet for the disabled and family room, are provided on the ground floor of the Leichlingen Pavilion, adjacent to the pay and display car park.
These are open 7 days a week from 8.00am to 5.00pm in summer and 8.00am to 3.00pm in winter. The public toilets are maintained by Henley Town Council.
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