Henley On Thames Hoodies

Looking over the River Thames at Henley in Oxfordshire. Rising above the riverside buildings is the C16th tower of the parish church of St Mary the Virgin. Further upriver cab be seen Henley Bridge constructed in 1786. Henley is probably most famous for the annual Royal Regatta - the 'Royal' status being given when Prince Albert became patron in 1851.

The road bridge at Henley on Thames which carries the A4130 from Henley in Oxfordshire over the river to Remenham in Berkshire. Built to replace an earlier wooden structure, this bridge was designed by the architect William Hayward in 1781 and was completed in 1784, the builder being John Townesend of Oxford. On the left here is the landing stage of the Leander Rowing Club reminding us that Henley is most famous for the Royal Regatta held every July (in normal times!). The bridge is a Grade 1 listed structure.

A digital pencil drawing of the scene along the Thames Path as it leads from Henley-on-Thames towards Marsh Lock, a little further upstream. Here a yellow-painted widebeam barge is moored opposite Rod Eyot, an island sitting in the middle of the river. On the island are several chalets and a brick cottage - only accessible by boat.

Boats moored on the River Thames at Henley in Oxfordshire. Beyond the moorings is the bridge over the river taking road traffic towards Maidenhead in Berkshire. The bridge, dating from 1786, is a Grade 1 listed historical structure. On the opposite (Remenham) bank is the imposing building which houses the world famed Leander Rowing Club. Founded in 1818 it is one of the oldest rowing clubs in the world - and is in fact the oldest non-academic one! Nikon D7100 Nikkor 18-200

Looking across the River Thames to Henley in Oxfordshire. Here we can see the boathouses with their balconies and outside staircases just downstream from the town's bridge. Behind can be seen the towers of the old brewery - still in operation but not in Henley any more! The stretch of river here is most famous for the annual Henley Royal Regatta run since 1839 for 1 mile 55o yds from Temple Island almost to this spot! It gained 'Royal' status when Prince Albert became patron in 1851. Nikon D7100 Nikkor 18-200

A monochrome view looking over the River Thames at Henley in Oxfordshire. Rising above the riverside buildings is the C16th tower of the parish church of St Mary the Virgin. Further upriver cab be seen Henley Bridge constructed in 1786. Henley is probably most famous for the annual Royal Regatta - the 'Royal' status being given when Prince Albert became patron in 1851.

The moorings on the riverside at Henley on Thames in Oxfordshire . Quiet now in winter but in summer a hive of activity with pleasure boats and visitors. In the background is the bridge built in 1786, now Grade 1 listed and with a weight limit for traction engines! To the left is the tower of the 16th century parish church of St Mary the Virgin. This stretch of the river is famous for boat racing and nearby is the River and Rowing Museum.

Looking over the River Thames at Henley in Oxfordshire here produced as a digital coloured pencil drawing. Rising above the riverside buildings is the C16th tower of the parish church of St Mary the Virgin. Further upriver cab be seen Henley Bridge constructed in 1786. Henley is probably most famous for the annual Royal Regatta - the 'Royal' status being given when Prince Albert became patron in 1851.

Oars propped up and ready on a landing stage at Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. This could be called the 'home of rowing' as it is here each july that the world-famous Henley Royal Regatta takes place. This image was captured as preparations for the event were in progress. The races are run between Temple Island and a finishiung line just downstream of Henley Bridge - a distance of 1 mile 550 yards. Begun in 1839, the Regatta achieved its 'Royal' status when Albert became patron, Nikon D7100 Nikkor 18-200

The Thames riverside at Henley on Thames in Oxfordshire - and the top of one of the street lamps is a little wonky! Quiet now in winter but in summer a hive of activity with pleasure boats and visitors. In the background is the bridge built in 1786, now Grade 1 listed - and with a weight limit for traction engines! To the left is the tower of the 16th century parish church of St Mary the Virgin. This stretch of the river is famous for boat racing and nearby is the River and Rowing Museum.

Landing stages along the river bank in the town of Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. This image has been processes to simulate a pencil drawing. In the background is the bridge over the river taking road traffic towards Maidenhead in Berkshire. It dates from 1786 and is a Grade 1 listed historical structure. On the opposite (Remenham) bank is the world famous Leander Rowing Club. Founded in 1818 it's one of the oldest rowing clubs in the world and the oldest non-academic one.

Standing on the historic bridge at Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire looking upriver. Here there are cafes, bars and restaurants overlooking the River Thames. Here also can be found boatyards where everything from rowing boats to river launches can be hired - or perhaps go on a river trip for an hour or two. This is a historic area for sport and is the site of the famous Henley Royal Regatta which has been held since 1839, gaining 'Royal' status under the patronage of Prince Abert in 1851. Nikon D7100 Nikkor 18-200

Two double sculls racing under the arches of the bridge at. Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire, Henley is most famous for its annual Royal Regatta which (in normal times) happens every July. The races are run between Temple Island and a finishing line just downstream of the Bridge - a distance of 1 mile 550 yards. Begun in 1839, the Regatta achieved its 'Royal' status when Albert became patron, The bridge itself dates from 1786. This image is produced in the style of a coloured pencil drawing.

*By the Thames, near Henley, August 2020* Riverside properties by the Thames, near Henley (Oxfordshire, England). Date: 4th August 2020.

A digital oil painting from my original photograph of a large vintage boat moored on the bank of the River Thames at Henley in Oxfordshire. This lovely old boat is almost a floating garden with containers of plants on the deck! The image was captured on a walk along the Thames Path just above Henley. Across the river is the Berkshire bank of the river. After a sunny day it's now clouding over!

People enjoy boating on Henley on Thames

Lovely day Henley on Thames, England UK. People enjoying their boating on the Thames river.

A digital drawing of a narrowboat moored on the Thames riverbank at Henley in Oxfordshire. On the opposite bank is Rod Eyot (or Ait), an island in mid-river with several chalets and a brick cottage - only accessible by boat! Further downstrem is the town of Henley itself most noted for its annual Royal Regatta which attracts top rowers from all over the world. The Thames Path against which the boat is moored is a long-distance National trail leading from the Cotswolds to London.

A large vintage boat moored on the bank of the River Thames at Henley in Oxfordshire. This lovely old boat is almost a floating garden with containers of plants on the deck! The image was captured on a walk along the Thames Path at Henley going upstream towards Marsh Lock and weir. Across the river is the Berkshire bank of the river with the road from Henley to Wargrave-on-Thames. This is a digital coloured pencil drawing developed from my original photograph.

An impressionistic view of the Thames as it flows past Remenham in Berkshire, very near Henley-on-Thames. Having crossed the river at Henley we are now on the Berkshire bank walking along the Thames Path - a long distance footpath. Just ahead is Temple Island - the start of the Henley Royal Regatta course which is 1 mile 550 yards long, finishing just downstream of Henley Bridge. Temple Island, is named after its folly, built as a fishing lodge ion 1771 and now used for such things as corporate events. Nikon D7100 Nikkor 18-200

Seen from the Thames path between Marlow and Henley-on-Thames, the church of All Saints in the riverside village of Bisham in Berkshire, just upstream of the National Sports Centre. The Grade 2 listed church dates from the 12th century, the oldest remaining part being the tower. A digital drawing from my original photograph.

A narrowboat is moored next to the Thames Path At Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. On the left is Rod Eyot (or Ait), an island with several chalets and a brick cottage - only accessible by boat! Further ahead is Marsh Lock and weir. The Thames Path is a long-distance National trail from the Cotswolds to London. Picturesque Henley is most noted for the annual Royal Regatta which attracts top rowers from all over the world. This is a digital pencil drawing.

A narrowboat making its way upriver at Henley-on-Thames and approaching Marsh Lock. The wooden walkway to the lock can be seen centre right. This photograph was captured from the Thames Path, a long-distance National trail following the Thames from Cricklade in the Cotswolds to the Thames Barrier in London. Henley-on-Thames is famous for the annual Royal Regatta which attracts rowers from all over the world. A digital drawing from my original photograph.

The Angel on the Bridge, Henley, August 2020 The Angel on the Bridge (Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire, England) is apparently one of the most photographed and painted pubs in England, perhaps due to its architecture and its prime riverside location on the River Thames. The inn dates from 1728 and is of course a listed building. Here's my monochrome take on it. Date: 4th August 2020.

The Angel on the Bridge, Henley (Colour), August 2020 The Angel on the Bridge (Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire, England) is apparently one of the most photographed and painted pubs in England, perhaps due to its architecture and its prime riverside location on the River Thames. The inn dates from 1728 and is of course a listed building. Here it is in glorious technicolour! Date: 4th August 2020.

A coxless pair race past Temple Island at Remenham, Berkshire, very near Henley on Thames. This section of the river is famous for the annual Henley Royal Regatta held in early July. Temple Island is situated between Henley and Hambleden. It dates from 1771 and was designed by the architect James Wyatt as a fishing lodge for a nearby house. It's now owned by Henley Royal Regatta and has been completely restored to its former glory. It marks the start of the regatta course which finishes just below Henley Bridge. Nikon D7100 Nikkor 18-200

Church of St Mary the Virgin, Hambleden, August 2020 The attractive 12th century cruciform church of St Mary the Virgin, Hambleden (Buckinghamshire, England). Date: 4th August 2020.