Henley Regatta - Charter your Thames Boat

A short train ride out of London Henley is an old English village/town which like London grew around the River Thames. Every year the marquees go up and the marshals set out the course and the whole of the town and surrounding countryside is turned into a most English of venues. Run over 5 days spectators can enjoy some intense action on the course relaxing between races in the hospitality venues along the shores. With fresh fish, fine foods, Pimms and champagne spectating has never been so much fun!

Many of the hospitality organisers provide luxury River Thames boats to allow their guests to get up close to the action. The other advantage of a River Thames boat is that racing can be viewed on the move from different parts of the course. There are also the obvious amenities onboard including a bar, food and toilets. As well as the uninterrupted view of the rowing waiters serving strawberries and champagne add a whole other level to the experience.

The packages are surprisingly affordable too costing no more than a New Years Eve Thames Cruise and with the added advantage of warm summer weather and the races to keep everyone focused on not consuming too much food and drink!

A real must for your annual events calendar and a great excuse to get friends and family together or wine and dine those important business clients.

South African born Keith has lived in the south of England for most of his life. After graduating from University with a degree in Business Information Systems Management he decided to start Strawberrysoup; a website design company based in West Sussex and Dorset.