🇬🇧 Hidden Gems Along the Thames | Henley-on-Thames 🚣♀️🌿

Just an hour from London, this picturesque Oxfordshire town is perfect for a riverside escape—think rowing clubs, Tudor manors, and lazy pub afternoons by the water. 🚆 How to Get There: • Train: Elizabeth Line from Paddington → Henley-on-Thames (1hr) • Bonus: Use code TRAINPAL5 for discounts! 🌟 Why Visit? • Historic vibes: A trading hub since the 1100s, now home to the royal Henley Regatta (a rower’s dream!). • Scenic 4.5-mile hike to Hambleden—thatched cottages, rolling farms, and zero crowds. • Riverside pubs like The Little Angel (local ale + sunset views = 😍). 📸 Must-Dos: 1️⃣ Henley Rowing Museum: Dive into Olympic-level boat lore. 2️⃣ Greys Court: Tudor mansion with Instagrammable gardens. 3️⃣ Thames-side benches: Watch uni crews practice (or rent a kayak yourself!). #HenleyOnThames #LondonWeekends #UKCountryside #SlowTravel #HiddenUK