đŹđ§ Hidden Gem Hike | Thames Riverside Walk Near London đż
Sunny weekends call for escaping Londonâs hustleâthis idyllic riverside walk from Henley-on-Thames to Hambleden (1.5-2hrs each way) served pure English countryside magic! đł Why Youâll Love It: ⢠4.5-mile flat path along the upper Thamesâglittering water, rustling willows, and the occasional rowing teamâs laughter đŁâď¸ â˘ Postcard villages: Thatched cottages, manicured farms, and Hambledenâs hilltop view (peek through the trees!) ⢠Rich-people-watching: Spot luxe boats and locals who look straight out of Midsomer Murders đ˝ď¸ Fuel Stops: ⢠The Little Angel: A sun-drenched greenhouse pub with fresh salads and ice-cold Pimmâs ⢠Riverside bakeries: Grab a still-warm sourdough + oat latte for a bank-side picnic đ Getting There: ⢠Drive: 1hr from London (free parking at restaurants) ⢠Train: Elizabeth Line to Twyford â 1 stop to Henley (1hr10min) #CountrysideEscape #ThamesWalk #LondonWeekend #UKHiking #SlowTravel