Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about visiting Henley.
Are there any places in Henley by the river where we can spend a family day out and do a barbecue for lunch?
There are many places along the promenade to the footbridge to have a good family gathering and a picnic. As for a barbecue, to the best of our knowledge they are not allowed (please correct us if you know better).
Where are the nearest grocery stores to the town?
Not wishing to promote the large grocery retailers (as they do not need it) but without the choice of small independents available the nearest to the river is in the town itself off Bell Street or Kings Road. There is another larger outlet on the edge of Henley heading towards Reading about a mile from Henley Bridge. You can walk by the side of the Thames (or row!) and walk up Mill Lane and this will also bring you to the store.
Can you hire boats for short rides up and down the Thames from Henley?
Yes, there are places to hire boats from located along New Street and Station Road.
