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Beautifully located restaurant offering grills and grazing plates, salads and sourdough pizzas. All the classics. And the drinks to match. Good food all day.

Named after George Orwell, who spent his childhood in the area, this 18th-century building has the appearance of a rural inn from the outside, but once indoors you'll see it for the modern place it really is. Choose between the tasting menu and the à la carte to enjoy dishes mining quality British produce and vegetables from the team's own smallholding. They make their own honey, too, which is used in the signature 'Mill Lane Honey Sponge' dessert – a real treat to end your visit on.

Authentic family run Italian restaurant in the heart of Henley-on-Thames. Traditional food & Modern surroundings.

Historic Grade II* listed timber-framed pub in the picturesque village of Sonning, serving some of the best pub food around. Famously featured in “Three Men in a Boat”, Jerome described The Bull as the “veritable picture of an old country inn”.

The Crown is a charming 16th century inn that offers a warm welcome, excellent food plus superb accommodation. Set in the picturesque hamlet of Playhatch, and close to Reading, Henley-on-Thames and Maidenhead, The Crown is the perfect place to get away from it all. Enjoy a roaring log fire in the winter, Family-friendly pub and children have their own menu.

Dogs allowed - Open water swimming Water activities, including aquapark, paddleboarding, pedalos and waterbikes

Wingsurfing, Sailing, Paddle Sports, Windsurfing and Open Water Swimming Centre

Stanlake Park is one of the oldest wine producers in England. Their Italian winemaker then expertly processes to produce a wide range of wines, using a modern, international approach. The heritage estate and stunning grounds are visited by thousands of guests every year. All of them have the opportunity to learn about the challenges of grape growing in England and discover the process of winemaking, from the grape to the bottle. They offer vineyard tours, wine tastings and a wine bar.

Self drive and skippered day boat hire on the River Thames.

The two 450m courses – the Le Mans and Grand Prix circuits.

The Henley Distillery Gin Experience offers you the chance to become a Distiller! Join one of their experiences for a tour and tasting before having the chance to distil your very own bespoke Gin with a choice of over 100 botanicals!

A popular local golf club, taking visitor tee bookings via their website or call 0118 969 3332

A popular local golf club, taking visitor tee bookings via their website or call 01491 575 742

Offer memberships and day passes

Set majestically on the banks of the River Thames, the Mill at Sonning Theatre now celebrates more than 40 years of entertainment. Uniquely, as the only dinner theatre in the United Kingdom, it has gained unrivalled praise both nationally and internationally.

Reading Abbey Quarter lies at the heart of Reading and brings together many unique historic sites within the former grounds of Reading Abbey, once one of Europe's largest royal monasteries. You can explore 900 years of history in the Quarter, including the Abbey Ruins, the burial place of King Henry I.

Comedy club that hosts Saturday night mixed bills of comedy as well as touring comedians and shows.

The 25m outdoor swimming pool is heated throughout the year to a temperature designed to leave you feeling fresh and energised. At around 24-26 degrees Celsius, it allows for comfortable swimming and is a wonderfully refreshing contrast to the heat of the other spa facilities – the saunas & hot tub.

Membership options to access swimming pool, spa, gym and exercise classes

Membership options for 24 hour access gym offering a full range of gym equipment as well as personal and small group training

Short term and long term membership options for gym sessions and equipment access