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Britain in Bloom

Henley is a national finalist in the 2007 RHS Britain in Bloom competition – a competition that focuses on communities working together to improve their local areas for the better. Help Henley to win gold - find out how you can get involved, what preparation/work is going on around the town, details of competitions you can enter and read all the latest blogs from those involved by clicking here.

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Health and well-being

Outdoor activities in South Oxfordshire

sports and leisure

Getting active in Henley is easy – whatever your age, fitness level or personal interests. The town has a fantastic selection of sports groups ranging from rugby, football, hockey and badminton, to rowing, dragon boat racing, walking and cricket.

Henley has an indoor sports centre located at Gillotts School, which has a swimming pool, gym, dance studio, large sports hall and a café all for public use. There is also an outdoor sports centre located opposite the Tesco store just off the Reading Road. There are also a number of gyms and health clubs in the town.

Alternatively, the surrounding countryside and the Thames Path provide a picturesque setting for a walk or bike ride.

Henley has some beautiful recreation areas, such as Mill Meadows (where there are two children’s activity playgrounds), Makins recreation ground and Freeman’s Meadow which help to provide an enjoyable form of exercise for families.