The Royal Botanic Gardens The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, usually referred to simply as Kew Gardens, are extensive gardens and botanical glasshouses between Richmond and Kew in southwest London, England. The director is Professor Stephen D. Hopper, who succeeded Professor Sir Peter Crane. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is also the name of the organisation that runs Kew Gardens and Wakehurst Place gardens in Sussex. It is an internationally important botanical research and education institution with 700 staff and an income of £56 million for the year ended 31 March 2008, as well as a visitor attraction receiving almost 2 million visits in that year.[   Click here for more information

London Wetland Centre The 42 hectare London Wetland Centre is the best urban site in Europe to watch wildlife, an international award winning visitor attraction and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Located on the banks of the River Thames in Barnes, Southwest London the centre is home to rare and beautiful wildlife including Bitterns, Kingfishers and a colony of endangered Water voles.   Click here for more information

The River and Rowing Museum The Museum celebrates three themes - the international sport of rowing; the River Thames and the historic town of Henley. The Schwarzenbach International Rowing Gallery underwent a major redisplay in 2006 and now tells the story of international rowing in a truly dynamic way. One of the highlights is `In the Coxes Seat´ an interactive exhibit giving visitors a unique, 360 degree experience of racing at Henley Royal Regatta. The Thames Gallery offers visitors a range of perspectives, looking at the river as an inspiration for the arts, a natural habitat for wildlife and a means of trade.   Click here for more information

Hobbs of Henley Hobbs of Henley has the enviable reputation of having provided the finest hospitality afloat for 138 years. Founded as Hobbs and Sons in 1870, Hobbs is still run by the Hobbs family. 0ur working knowledge of the Thames goes back 5 generations. Whether you want to: hire a rowing boat be chauffeur driven in a motor launch self drive a motor launch for the day take a one hour sightseeing trip on the Royal Regatta reach charter a luxury passenger vessel for a private party or a corporate event experience the Henley Royal Regatta and the Henley Festival from the river   Click here for more information

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The Richmond Gate Hotel
This elegant four star Hotel is situated next to the 2,800 acre Royal Richmond Park in Richmond. The Hotel offers 68 beautifully appointed en suite bedrooms all with television, hair dryer, trouser press, BT openzone wireless connectivity, duvets and mini bar. The majority of our bedrooms have recently been refurbished and include air conditioning. Newly refurbished "Gates on the Park" Restaurant is one of the highest rated Hotel restaurants in Surrey with its 2 AA rosettes and an outstanding reputation for English fine dining with a modern twist. The Restaurant provides an intimate atmosphere for guests to relax and unwind in whilst enjoying their meal.
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The Wimbledon Hotel
Ideally situated between Wimbledon Village and the town centre we offer a selection of boutique rooms, lovingly designed to create an individual ambience fusing elements of classical, contemporary and oriental design. All rooms benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi internet, DVD players and Flatscreen digital Freeview TV. Residents also benefit from access to the Esporta health and fitness club which is located within 5 minutes walk of the hotel. The hotel provides a laundry service and a small selection of evening meals.
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