8. Maidenhead to Marlow
This is one of the very attractive stretches of the river and rich in heritage. After the most famous lock there is Cliveden Reach and a diversion from the riverbank to pass through Cookham, made famous by artist Stanley Spencer. The way is then along the edge of rare marshland before turning a corner into the attractive Chiltern town of Marlow.
Refreshments
Maidenhead: Jenner’s tea hut in Riverside Gardens is open most days.
Cookham: The Bay Tree, High Street. Breakfast, lunch and tea. Tue-Fri 10.30am-5pm; Sat 10am-6pm (winter 5pm) & Sun 10am- 5pm. Closed Mon.
Cookham: The Ferry Inn (Harvester) by bridge. Open all day.
Cock Marsh: The Bounty pub. Open all day Easter to September. Food served 12-9pm.
Accommodation
Maidenhead: Sheephouse Manor, Sheephouse Road, SL6 8HJ (01628 776902).
Maidenhead: Ray Corner Guest House, 141 Bridge Road, SL6 8NQ (01628 632784).
Maidenhead: Gables End, 4 Gables Close, SL6 8QD (01628 639630).
Maidenhead Bridge (Taplow side): Bridge Cottage Guest House, Bath Road, SL6 0AR (01628 626805).
Transport
Maidenhead: National Rail.
Cookham: National Rail.
Marlow: National Rail.
Tourist Information
Maidenhead: The Library, St Ives Road, SL6 1QU (01628 796502).
Map
OS Explorer 172 (Chiltern Hills East).
