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Walk, Talk & Cruise: Guided Walk and River Cruise Experiences in Henley-on-Thames
There’s no better way to experience Henley-on-Thames than by slowing the pace down and taking it all in properly. From peaceful…
The home of
luxury boating in
Henley-on-Thames
Riverside News
Hobbs of Henley is officially open for the 2026 boating season, and we’re ready to welcome you back on the water. Whether it’s a relaxing day out or a special celebration, now is the perfect time to hire a boat.
Welcome to
Hobbs of Henley
Nestled at the heart of the stunning riverside town of Henley-on-Thames you will find Hobbs of Henley, a family-run business with over 150 years’ of boating experience. With the largest fleet on The River Thames, Hobbs offers a range of exciting ways to enjoy Britain’s most historic river.
“The staff were all lovely, the boat was amazing, the buffet was absolutely delicious, and the musicians were brilliant! Our guests were extremely complimentary about everything, and all in all we couldn't have asked for a better afternoon."
Services
River Thames
River Thames
Boat Hire
Self-Drive or Skippered Hire
Take one of our boats for a cruise on the Thames, either by yourself or with a skipper!
Celebrations
Celebrate your special day in style aboard the largest and most luxurious fleet on the Thames.
Daily River Trips & Events
Whether it’s one of our regular sightseeing trips, a fun themed cruise, or a seasonal event, Hobbs of Henley has the perfect trip for you.
Group Trips
Enjoy a private group trip on Britain’s royal river…
Luxury Skippered Charter
Treat yourself to a skippered charter aboard our luxury boat ‘Lilibet’…..
Corporate
Looking for a unique setting for your corporate event? Look no further than our stylish and comfortable riverboats!
Events
Events
Events
in Henley
For such a small town, Henley is home to an exciting array of events, from the iconic Henley Royal Regatta to Henley Music & Arts Festival and the eighties-inspired Rewind Festival. At each event, Hobbs offers a large selection of boats for hire, with river trips and taxis, selected self-drive boats, corporate large boat charters and chauffeured launches available.
Henley Royal Regatta
Henley Festival
REWIND Festival
Henley Boat club
THE HENLEY
THE HENLEY
BOAT CLUB
You don’t need to own a boat to spend more time on the water.
At Hobbs, we want to empower you to enjoy the Thames as much as you see fit. That’s why we created The Henley Boat Club, a tiered membership platform which gives you up to 35% off Hobbs’ luxury self-drive range. Simply select a membership option which suits your needs and enjoy hassle-free, cost-effective boat trips. Let the adventures begin.
MOORINGS &
STORAGE
Hobbs of Henley provides a comprehensive private boat care service at our dedicated facility in Oxfordshire. If you’re looking for a mooring or boat storage we have a number of dry and on-river spaces available to hire as well as fuel and water available for purchase. Open seven days a week from April to September and five days a week in the off-season, Hobbs’ experience and expertise ensures a service you can rely on.
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Questions
Frequently asked
Frequently asked
questions
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What are your opening hours?
We are open 8.30am – 5pm Monday – Friday in October – March and 8.30am – 5.30pm seven days a week April – September.
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When can I arrive for our boat that we have hired for the day?
You can arrive from 9.45am to depart at 10am or anytime after that if you have booked for the day.
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Can I bring my dog?
You can bring your dog but we ask them not to sit on the cushions
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Do you have parking?
We have very limited parking but there is a car park at the Henley Station which is a 2 minute walk from our boatyard.