Thames Valley

Marlow & Henley Loop

Thames Valley cycling route from Hampton Court via Windsor, Marlow and Henley

Key Route Details

  • Distance: 114km
  • Elevation Gain: 568m
  • Start / Finish: The Coppernose, Hampton Court, London
  • Highlights: The switchback descent into Marlow, Henley, steep climb at Cookham 
  • Terrain: Mostly flat. 

Route Overview

Starting at The Coppernose, Hampton Court, the ride heads west along the north bank of the River Thames towards Windsor, passing through Eton and the flat, fast roads of Dorney.

After Cookham, riders tackle a fairly steep climb before enjoying a short switchback descent into Marlow, where the route crosses the Thames for the first time. The iconic Marlow bridge marks the halfway point of this picturesque riverside ride.

From Marlow, the route continues south to Henley-on-Thames, crossing the river again before looping back east via Wargrave and Twyford. This quieter stretch offers rolling countryside roads and classic Thames Valley scenery before returning towards Hampton Court.

Suggested Café Stop

H’Artisan, Wargrave (@65km)

 

 

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