Annual Events

This is a town that enjoys a party and has more events to enjoy than anywhere else in the region. From the worlds’ greatest regatta to an internationally renowned arts festival Henley offers something that everyone can enjoy. If you’re planning on visiting for a day, weekend or a week, attending one of Henley’s famous events is a must.

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  Henley Royal Regatta

  Henley Royal Regatta is what the town is best known for. A five day sporting spectacle that combines the best features of an English garden party with world class sport on the banks of the Thames. With a history stretching back to 1839, Henley Regatta is one of the longest established sporting events in the country. Over the many years of its existence it has become the premier event to…

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  Rewind Festival

  The original and biggest festival of ’80’s music in the UK. Taking place over two days in August on the banks of the River Thames. Henley becomes awash with dayglo, smilies and tutu’s at this massive party. Expect to see performers such as UB40, Tony Hadley, Marc Almond, Rick Astley or Level 42. If they were in the charts in the 1980’s the chances are they’ll play at Rewind.

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