Welcome to Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Public Consultation on the 353-357 Reading Road Project is now open:
Click here to access the brief online survey.
Come and see us at the stand in Market Place from 10-12 on Saturday 8 June
or at Tesco, Reading Road on Saturday 15 June or
at the Information Centre in the Town Hall during normal opening hours until Friday 21 June
A leaflet with more information can be downloaded here and a simple survey form downloaded here.
HENLEY-ON-THAMES TOWN COUNCIL WELCOMES ALL VISITORS TO ENJOY OUR BEAUTIFUL RIVERSIDE TOWN BUT PLEASE BE AWARE THAT FROM 2019 BBQS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON EITHER MILL OR MARSH MEADOWS.
Orders are now being taken for Summer Hanging Baskets.
Click here for a 2019 Hanging Basket Order Form
NEW EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT HENLEY TOWN COUNCIL
INTERIM PROJECTS OFFICER - 3 DAYS PER WEEK
We are seeking an Interim Projects Officer to assist the Planning and Project Manager with ongoing projects for an initial 2 month period. The Council has various schemes relating particularly to the Transport Strategy and review of the Neighbourhood Plan that require an interested and efficient individual to progress under supervision.
Applications are invited from organised individuals who would like to assist in the busy Council offices with ongoing projects that will have a clear impact on the town.
Please click here for further information, a full job description and an application form.
CARETAKER - 40 HOURS PER MONTH
Henley Town Council is looking for a diligent, practical handy person who takes pride in their work to care for the Town Hall; Kings Arms Barn and Old Fire Station Gallery. Some cleaning, locking and unlocking plus working with the Events Team. Mostly weekend and evening work. Will be required to deputise for the Town Sergeant. Please click here for further information, a full job description, and an application form.
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HENLEY TOWN BUS SERVICE IS OPERATING AN EXTENDED WEEKDAY SERVICE AND A NEW SATURDAY SERVICE
To see the new service timetable and leaflet please click here
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Joint Henley and Harpsden Neighbourhood Plan
CALL FOR SITES NOW OPEN UNTIL 18 JULY 2019
See the advert below
and click here for the Questionnaire
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Today there is a comfortable mix of architectural styles spanning the centuries with many interesting features for the historian, some of which are conveniently hidden in the churches and local pubs.With a population of some 10,000 Henley on Thames supports the many small, attractive villages in the countryside around.
The town's prosperity goes back to the 12th century as river trade developed because of the town's position. Take a look at the History page to find out more.Henley-on-Thames is a pretty riverside market town on one of the most beautiful stretches of the River Thames, in gently wooded, rolling countryside. It is an hour west of London and close to the M4 and M40 making it ideal for a day trip or for a long weekend away from the madding crowd (photo kindly supplied by sidni.brener@yahoo.co.uk)
Against the the backdrop of history and natural tranquility lies an outstanding variety of specialist shops for the serious browser.
Residents and visitors alike can enjoy our many parks and open spaces, wander by the river, charter boats along the river and whet their appetites at the many and varied restaurants, cafes and pubs to which the town plays host.
If you live or work in Henley there are all kinds of ways you can get involved in the life of our thriving community, from sports and the arts to growing vegetables in our allotments or becoming a 'gardening buddy'. Henley has something for everyone as we hope you will discover when you browse this website.
Check out our 'What's On' page for events in and around Henley coming up soon.
For pictures and information about Britain in Bloom click here.
Invitation to Design a Welcome Wall for Mill and Marsh Meadows Click here
Mooring Survey Click here for form