Towns to visit: Locally, well worth a visit are the picturesque market towns of Henley-on-Thames and Wallingford. In addition the numerous small villages which dot the River Thames as it winds its way around the foot of the Chilterns. Within half an hour’s drive are the ‘dreaming spires’ of Oxford, Windsor and the Castle, part of which has been magnificently restored following the fire in 1992, and not to be missed.

Places of Interest: Nearby Pangbourne is the site of the Child Beale Wildlife Park. Local stately homes include Basildon Park, Stonor Park and Greys Court. Waddesdon Manor makes a good day trip whilst if you are interested in antiques then Dorchester-on-Thames with its many antique shops and Abbey would be well worth the short drive.

Gardens: There are many fine gardens close at hand. Oxford Colleges and Botanical Gardens, The Harcourt Arboretum at Nuneham Courtenay, Waterperry, Blenheim, West Green House, Frogmore, Saville and Valley gardens, Wisley, Stonor Park, Greys Court, Cliveden, Wyld Court Rain Forest, The Herb Farm, Stubbings Nursery and Newington Nursery. Also, on most Sunday afternoons, during the summer local gardens will be open under The National Gardens Scheme.

Shopping: The choice of shops is endless and we will be happy to point you in the right direction for your specific requirements.

Theatres and cinemas: Modern cinemas showing all the latest films are within easy reach in Reading, Henley and High Wycombe and excellent theatres can be found in Oxford, Sonning-on-Thames. High Wycombe, Reading and Windsor. London and Stratford-upon-Avon are within easy reach.

Museums: Henley has the award winning River & Rowing Museum, Oxford boasts the world famous Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers museums, which are well worth seeing.

Riding: If you would like to bring your horse and explore the many bridle paths, then a stable or field grazing can be made available. There is also an Equestrian Centre in the village.

Sports and exercise: Apart from walking, rowing boats, punts and motor boats can be hired in Henley and Oxford. If golf is your sport then there are at least nine courses within a seven mile radius of Larchdown Farm.

Transport: We are close to excellent coach routes to London and the airport bus service from Heathrow and Gatwick. Reading Station is 7 miles away with frequent high-speed (25 minutes) trains to London Paddington.

Eating out: The choice is yours! From small local pubs serving the very best of home cooking, to first class restaurants, Indian, Chinese, Italian and French ... all just a short drive away.