Reading — Henley-on-Thames

Reahen one
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By a Slow Ways Volunteer on 07 Apr 2021

Distance

15km/9mi

Ascent

40m

Descent

50m

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Description

This is a Slow Ways route connecting Reading and Henley-on-Thames.

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This is a Slow Ways route connecting Reading and Henley-on-Thames.

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This route has been reviewed by 3 people.

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Route status - Live

Reviews - 3

Average rating -

Is this route good enough? -  Yes (3)

There are currently no problems reported with this route.

Downloads - 11

Surveys

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Grade 3: Route includes rough surfaces that may include small boulders, potholes, shallow ruts, loose gravel, short muddy sections.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.		 Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 1 surveys.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Maybe present Vegan restaurant (1)
Present at time of survey Accommodation (1)
Maybe present Accommodation < £50 (1)
Not present at time of survey Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Maybe present Free wifi (1)
Maybe present Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Present at time of survey Train station (1)
Maybe present Bench (1)
Maybe present Picnic table (1)
Present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Maybe present Very slippery (1)
Maybe present Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Maybe present Likely to flood (1)
Not present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Not present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Present at time of survey Gates (1)
Present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Maybe present Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Not present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 65.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient East: no data

The steepest uphill gradient West: no data

The steepest camber: no data

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Clear (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

1.0% of the route is on roads (1)

3.0% of the route is lit at night (1)

5.0% of the route is paved (1)

50.0% of the route is muddy (1)

5.0% of the route is over rough ground (1)

There is no data on long grass

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1 surveys

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3X May 2021 by Berkshire Walker
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Geography information system (GIS) data

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Maximum elevation

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Start and end points

Reading
Grid Ref SU7150773750
Lat / Lon 51.45822° / -0.97216°
Easting / Northing 471,507E / 173,750N
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Henley-on-Thames
Grid Ref SU7636482271
Lat / Lon 51.53419° / -0.90042°
Easting / Northing 476,364E / 182,271N
What3Words orbited.code.commutes

Reahen One's land is

Arable 4.4%
Pasture 53.6%
Urban 28.7%
Water 13.3%

Data: Corine Land Cover (CLC) 2018

reviews

OddPomme

27 Sep 2021 Autumn
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This is a very flat and easy to follow route, as it follows the clearly signposted Thames path. Quickly joining the river near Reading station, you soon leave behind the noise of the city. The path can be busy at first but gets quieter the further on you go.
Crossing the bridge at Sonning the path continues on the opposite bank (look out for the boundary stone halfway across the bridge). Arrival at Shiplake brings you back in to very civilised civilisation! The Baskerville arms seems to change hands regularly, but can be a welcome stop before the final leg into Henley. Beware that the final stretch of path between Shiplake and Marsh lock can get extremely boggy in winter and sometimes floods completely.

Martin Ellis

19 Aug 2021 Summer
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Reading to Henley (Reahen 1) review.

An excellent Slow Way which is essentially a stretch of the Thames Path National Trail.

The route starts at Reading Station and heads straight to the river, following it to the mouth of the Kennet in East Reading. An alternative route via Reading landmarks can be found in Reatwy One (Reading to Twyford).

The towpath is well maintained between Reading and Sonning. There’s a choice of amenities in Sonning. I’m fond of a pint at The Bull Inn (either leave the path at the signpost to cut though the churchyard, or turn right at Sonning Bridge).

The route continues over the bridge and is a rough track in places. It can get muddy towards Shiplake. The path leaves the river for a short while through Lower Shiplake.

It’s a picturesque final stretch alongside the Thames into Henley. Again, be aware the grassy track can get muddy and rutted.

Berkshire Walker

07 May 2021 Spring
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An easy to follow, mainly flat riverside route, almost all on the official Thames Path between Reading and Henley. Passing through attractive parkland, meadows, countryside and Thames side towns and villages with pubs, cafes and other facilities. Good access from train stations.

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