- How long is the The Thames Valley Loop: Windsor, Marlow, Henley and Oxford route?
- This route takes 8 days taking in 6 stops.
- Where does this route start and end?
- The route runs from Windsor, Berkshire to Windsor, Berkshire in Thames Valley and Chilterns, England.
- When is the best time to travel this route?
- The best time to travel this route is April to October.
- How active is this route?
- Activity level: Easy-going. Easy-going and accessible for most fitness levels.
- What transport do I need for this route?
- A car is the primary way to get around on this route.
- What budget do I need for this route?
- Mid-range spending — expect comfortable accommodation and a mix of dining options.
- What type of accommodation suits this route?
- Mixed accommodation works well along this route.
- What is the pace of this trip?
- Relaxed — plenty of time to linger at each stop.
- What type of trip is this?
- This route is well-suited to: Culture, Scenic, Classic road trip, Nature.
- Are there any practical tips for this route?
- Book Windsor Castle tickets online in advance. The free Park and Ride runs from Dedworth Road; avoid driving into the town centre at weekends. The Hand and Flowers books months ahead. Parking is easiest at Higginson Park by the river. The town is compact enough to explore entirely on foot. If visiting in late June or early July, book well ahead: Regatta week fills hotels for miles around. Hobbs of Henley offers river boat hire and passenger cruises. Driving in central Oxford is heavily restricted. Use one of the five Park and Ride sites, all well signed from approach roads. Cycle hire is widely available in the city. A grounds-only ticket at Blenheim is cheaper and still impressive. Churchill's grave at Bladon, a mile south on the B4027, is always accessible and worth a 20-minute stop. Heathrow Airport is 15 minutes away, making this a natural fly-drive loop. Trains to London Paddington run every 30 minutes from Windsor and Eton Central station.
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