We are delighted to be supporting and hosting the Illuminated Boat Parade on Saturday 19 September from 7.30pm.

The Illuminated Boat Parade is an annual, magical event for any boat, any size any age – powered or unpowered, which provides a fun, free evening of entertainment for the whole Henley community; for boat entrants to close the boating season and for local residents (young and old) and families to come together and enjoy their river and community.

The boats sail from Fawley Meadows up to Henley Bridge. The craft are all imaginatively and wonderfully decorated. There have been many themes over the last few years – James Bond, Mamma Mia, Only Fools and Boats, Unicorns, Popeye, Under the Sea, Pirates – we even had a 7’ penguin one year!

The building and houses from the Bridge to Fawley Court are also brilliantly and colourfully lit, and approximately 3,000 spectators watch the parade from both sides of the river.

This year it’s back with even more gusto! Many boat owners were so impressed by the event last year said they were going to “Up their game,” for this year. We can’t wait!

A panel of judges inlcuding Jerry Hall and Edd China will decide who they think deserves the beautiful trophies. We have several categories so start planning now.

We are open to the public for this one night of the year, so everyone can come in and see the prize-giving. There are also bars and food trucks available for refreshments, so it truly is a full evening of entertainment for the whole family.