Tough though the races will be, in many ways the coming days are as much about community as they are about sport. Requests for days off work are lodged months in advance for the perfect opportunity to explore the riverbank, catch up with old friends and meet some new faces.
Of course, rowing isn’t the only reason to love Henley. Buyers and tenants are drawn to the town for its high quality housing, connectivity to London, excellent schooling, wide range of amenities and proximity to the surrounding countryside.
Here’s our choice of some of the finest Henley homes – riverside or otherwise – currently on the market.