The River & Rowing Museum is one of the U.K’s leading independent museums.
Situated in picturesque Henley on Thames, and housed in an award-winning building on the banks of the river, the museum explores the River Thames, the international sport of Rowing and the town of Henley. The galleries include interactive displays as well as internationally-significant collections, including the family-friendly ‘Wind in the Willows’ gallery and a permanent display of the work of artist John Piper.
In addition, the Museum hosts a lively programme of temporary and visiting exhibitions, working with partners such as the National Portrait Gallery, the V&A and the Hayward Gallery in London. Working closely with organisations in our area, the Museum has recently opened a Community Gallery which showcases a wide variety of local projects. Twice shortlisted for Family Friendly Museum of the Year, the Museum is a registered educational charity, and welcomes over 114,000 visitors per year, including 20,000 children and adults who taking part in our fun and inspiring learning and events programme. The Museum has delightful café with a terrace overlooking Mill Meadows, and a shop specialising in children’s books and games, fashion and craft.
Museum admission tickets provide unlimited free-entry for 12 months, so you can pay once and visit as many times as you like – fantastic value for money!
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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Adult | £9.00 per ticket |
Child 4 & over | £6.00 per ticket |
Concession | £8.50 per ticket |
Free admission for carers | Free |
Senior Citizen (65+) | £8.50 per ticket |
Under 4s | Free |
Parking charge of £4 payable in person at Museum front desk.
Takes place (20 May 2023 - 31 Dec 2023) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
Tuesday - Wednesday | Closed | |
Thursday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
* Time slots are available throughout the day (From 10am, with last entry at 2.40pm). The Upstairs Galleries (International Rowing Gallery, John Piper, River, Community and Henley Galleries) ALL close at 3.30pm for cleaning purposes. The Museum’s Ground Floor (including Wind in the Willows) closes at 4pm. When you arrive at the Museum Wind in the Willows time slots are given on a first come first served basis allowing you time to visit in your own household group or support bubble on a first come, first served basis (max of 6 people). The 20 minute slot you are booking for general admission is to enter the Museum as a whole not specifically the Wind in the Willows.
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