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The Henley Royal Regatta (the world's most prestigious rowing event), the River Thames, the Chiltern Hills, the independent town centre, and a small Oxfordshire riverside town of global sporting and social significance
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The Henley Royal Regatta, held since 1839, is the world's most prestigious rowing event — attracting the best rowers from across the globe. The Thames through Henley is particularly beautiful, with the Chiltern Hills rising behind. The town centre has retained its Georgian and medieval character remarkably.
The Regatta in June-July is extraordinary — even without a ticket the riverside is spectacular. The River and Rowing Museum is excellent. The Chiltern Hills walking from the town. The town centre independent shops are excellent.
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Henley has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. The town centre has strong independent food. Local Oxfordshire and Thames Valley produce throughout.
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Henley-on-Thames is a place in Oxfordshire known for the Henley Royal Regatta (the world's most prestigious rowing event), the River Thames, the Chiltern Hills, the independent town centre, and a small Oxfordshire riverside town of global sporting and social significance. The Henley Royal Regatta, held since 1839, is the world's most prestigious rowing event — attracting the best rowers from across the globe. The population is around 11,000.
Henley has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. The town centre has strong independent food. Local Oxfordshire and Thames Valley produce throughout.
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