Just after 2 and a half hours paddling we were approaching a rather attractive old bridge with equally attractive buildings on each side when I received a phone call from Guy! He was sorry to hear of our plight and was keen to assist wherever he could. What a bloke! A real professional with customer care and happiness as his priority. I am proud to recommend Henley Canoe Hire to anyone. READ CLIVE'S FULL BLOG HERE https://clivorton.wordpress.com/2014/08/26/5-days-canoeing-on-the-thames/

We hired a 3-man Canadian canoe from the little Henley Canoe Hire hut on the towpath (across Mill Meadow in front of the Rowing Museum). Convenient parking in Meadow Road. We were briefed about safety, fitted with life jackets and given easy-to-follow directions. It was all very friendly, helpful and efficient. The canoe is really stable, easy to paddle and is suitable for three adults, or two adults and a youngster. There is plenty of room and the canoe remains pretty dry. We set off upstream on the suggested 3-hour route along a really lovely stretch of the Thames, though the lock, upstream to Shiplake and then, after ducking under a really low bridge, through the Hennerton Backwater, a picturesque tributary, all the way back downstream to Henley town. We got close to wildlife all along the way, seeing kingfishers, herons, cormorants and swans. A really enjoyable morning and we'll definitely be back. Call them to make sure there is availability, especially on busy weekends and during school hols. Highly recommended. Visited September 2016

I had an hour's coaching session last week and the coach and other staff we're all very helpful and friendly. I'm a novice looking to get into the sport and i would recommend Henley canoe hire for people like myself or people anyone interested in canoeing or kayaking generally.