Choose from any of the following things to do and our Reservations Team will be delighted to reserve bookings for you. Tickets for the boat trips and historic houses are available at our Reception.
BLENHEIM PALACE:This magnificent historic property was the birthplace and childhood home of Sir Winston Churchill. Enjoy a day exploring the palace, park and gardens with all its treasures and craftsmanship.
www.blenheimpalace.com
BASILDON PARKThis National Trust property is an impressive Georgian mansion surrounded by acres of Parkland. The movie classic ‘Pride & Prejudice' was filmed here in 2005.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
ROYAL BERKSHIRE SHOOTING SCHOOL:Try an afternoon clay shooting at this prestigious venue. A half day including tuition, cartridges, clays & gun hire can be booked at our hotel reception. Minimum 4 people.
www.rbss.co.uk
GOLF AT THE SPRINGS: Our 18 hole, par 72 golf course, measuring 6470 yards was laid out by former Ryder Cup player Brian Huggett and is both picturesque and challenging. As our guest we have negotiated preferential rates for you to play other local courses too. Ask at reception for full details.
www.thespringshotel.com
HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES: Enjoy a flight from the hotel lawns and savour the picturesque Oxfordshire/Berkshire countryside as it hugs the River Thames.
www.henleyballoons.com
BRIGHTWELL VINEYARD: Award winning wines are produced at this beautiful 14 acre vineyard located close to The Springs. The shop is open 1200 to 1800 Fri, Sat, Sun until the end of Sep for viewing and wine tasting. Guided tours available by arrangement.
www.brightwellvineyard.co.uk
SALTERS STEAMERS: Boats pick from our Thameside mooring on Tue, Wed, Thu & Sat from 29 May to 18 Sep and stop at
Goring, Mapledurham and Reading, Caversham Bridge. Why not stop for lunch in picturesque Goring or explore the historic Mapledurham House (Sat only) or enjoy the shopping facilities of Reading's Oracle Centre.
The Springs - Dep 09:50
Goring - Dep 11:00
Mapledurham House/Mapledurham Lock - Dep 12:15
Reading (Caversham Bridge) - Arr 13:00
Reading (Caversham Bridge) - Dep 14:30
Mapledurham House/Mapledurham Lock - Dep 15:15
Goring - Dep 16:30
The Springs - Arr 17:30
www.salterssteamers.co.uk
MAPLEDURHAM HOUSE: This magnificent historic house is steeped in history and well worth a visit. Enjoy a day out by boat from our thameside mooring or travel by car only 20mins away. Tickets available at our Reception Desk.
www.mapledurham.co.uk
WALLINGFORD: 1 Mile - twinned with Bad Wurzach in Germany. This delightful little riverside town is steeped in history and retains much of its charm with period properties and small independant shops and antique businesses. King Alfred, Dick Turpin & Agatha Christie are 3 of the names linked with this historic market town. Visitors can learn about the town's history at Wallingford Museum. A walk around the old castle ruins and along the Thames path is well worthwhile as is a visit to the old Corn Exchange built in 1856 which is now a theatre and cinema. There are a range of independant shops including a number of quality antiques businesses together with a weekly Charter Market and monthly Farmer's Market. Music lovers can enjoy concerts at St Peter's and St Mary's Churches and every September, the 3 day Bunkfest Festival of steam, music and dance takes place. Wallingford centre is a major conservation area with churches and architecture dating back to the 14th century. There are many pubs and restaurants offering a choice of cuisine and a weekly Charter Market and monthly Farmer's Market selling wonderful fresh produce. Music lovers can enjoy concerts at St Peter's and St Mary's Churches and every September, the 3 day Bunkfest Festival of steam, music and dance takes place. http://www.oxtowns.co.uk/wallingford/
Visit close by:
BASILDON PARK - National Trust country house www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-basildonpark
BEALE PARK - Animal farm and wildlife Park http://www.bealepark.co.uk/
HARCOURT ARBORETUM - Oxford botanic garden http://www.botanic-garden.ox.ac.uk/
HENLEY ON THAMES: 10 Miles - twinned with Leichlingen in Germany. This picturesque market town situated right on the bank of the River Thames is well worth a visit. Famed for the Royal Regatta and more recently the Olympian gold medallist rowers, Steve Redgrave and Matthew Pincent, who now have statues in their honour at the Henley Rowing Museum. Henley is a quintessentially English town with a wonderful array of individual shops, boutiques, cafes, pubs and old historic buildings. The Market Place with its attractive Town Hall and pedestrianised square offers a choice of eateries, and makes for a relaxing place to enjoy a coffee or lunch. There is a weekly market on Thursdays in the square and a monthly Farmers Market which sells wonderful fresh locally sourced produce. Informative guided walks can be arranged through the local Tourist Information Centre which give a detailed account of the town's history. Other attractions include the Kenton Theatre which is thought to be one of the oldest theatres in the area, boat trips along the Thames, The Regal Cinema, The Royal Regatta and Festival of Arts which takes place at the end of June/early July and the Food Festival. http://www.visit-henley.org.uk/
Visit close by:
GREYS COURT - National Trust Tudor house http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-greyscourt
MARLOW: 19 miles - not twinned. A delightful small Thameside town offering a good choice of nice shops, cafes and restaurants. This historic town consists of mainly Georgian buildings and you will notice at the bottom of the High Street, the fine suspension bridge dating back to 1829. http://www.marlowtown.co.uk/
Visit close by:
HELL FIRE CAVES - Historic caves 300ft underground http://www.hellfirecaves.co.uk/
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