Marlow, Historically known as Chipping Marlow or Great Marlow is a Civil Parish and Town in the English county of Buckinghamshire
Marlow is a civil parish and town within the district of Wycombe in South Buckinghamshire County, England. The town is located on the River Thames 33 miles west of central London, 5 miles west-northwest of Maidenhead, and 4 miles south-southwest of High Wycombe.It is indisputably one of the most beautiful areas on the River Thames. It is set in the midst of the rich verdant field of the river valley and beside the Chiltern Hills woodlands. The town has always been known as a popular riverside resort.
Food, Shopping and Accommodation in Marlow
This lovely Georgian village consists of historic streets and a profusion of bistros, cafes, restaurants, shops and boutiques that add colour and charm to this unique town. Marlow hosts sixty-four places to eat and drink, and these include fine dining restaurants and bars, pubs, coffee shops, gastropubs, grills, fish bars, hamburger house, pizzeria and takeaways. Visitors who come to this town for an overnight stay or an extended vacation will not want for a place to stay. There are four hotels, twenty-one B&Bs and inns and two speciality lodgings in this village.
Things to See and Do in Marlow
There is so much one can do in this beautiful riverside resort town. Its most notable landmark is the Marlow Suspension Bridge, a road traffic and footbridge that spans the River Thames and connects Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. A tour of the Rebellion Brewery is a must, while the boat trip to Windsor or Henley on board Salters Steamer is a must try. This town is a walker’s paradise. Take a walk in Higginson Park, an award-winning park set in 23 acres of grassland beside the River Thames with excellent facilities the whole family can enjoy including a skate park, mini golf, playground, cafes, a brick labyrinth in grass and boat hire. Continue the walk along Thames Path towards Hurley lock or Temple on the opposite side to Bourne End or Cookham. And at The Common, exploring the World War I training trenches and its rich wildlife are the most popular activities.