Sharon's Guidebook
Food Scene
Great food and service with a very nice outside space
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The George at Wraysbury
29 Windsor RdGreat food and service with a very nice outside space
Eat in or takeaway - we can highly recommend, and only a 10 minute walk from The Old Boat Shed.
Nawab Lounge Wraysbury
271 Staines RoadEat in or takeaway - we can highly recommend, and only a 10 minute walk from The Old Boat Shed.
If you are looking for a great Chinese takeaway we can recommend Lemon House who will deliver to The Island
Lemon House Chinese Takeaway
29 Church StIf you are looking for a great Chinese takeaway we can recommend Lemon House who will deliver to The Island
Italian Concept Restaurant
Windsor RoadLovely local Italian restaurant, very popular with boater on the Thames
Sightseeing
Places to visit and things to do
Just a 10 minute walk from The Island, this iconic 2,500 year old yew tree is steeped in history. According to popular belief, it was beneath this tree that King Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn, and some reports suggest that he even proposed in its shadow. While Magna Carta is said to have been sealed at Runnymede, there are those who argue that the event actually took place on the other side of the river, perhaps under this very yew.
An extended walk from the Yew will take you across National Trust land to the village of Wraysbury. Enjoy refreshments at The George before your return.
The Ankerwycke yew
Just a 10 minute walk from The Island, this iconic 2,500 year old yew tree is steeped in history. According to popular belief, it was beneath this tree that King Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn, and some reports suggest that he even proposed in its shadow. While Magna Carta is said to have been sealed at Runnymede, there are those who argue that the event actually took place on the other side of the river, perhaps under this very yew.
An extended walk from the Yew will take you across National Trust land to the village of Wraysbury. Enjoy refreshments at The George before your return.
Historic Windsor with a mix of shops, pubs and restaurants surrounding the Queen's favourite residence, Windsor Castle.
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Windsor
Historic Windsor with a mix of shops, pubs and restaurants surrounding the Queen's favourite residence, Windsor Castle.
Hire a day boat, take a picnic and enjoy the local views and Windsor from the glorious River Thames
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Kris Cruisers
Southlea RoadHire a day boat, take a picnic and enjoy the local views and Windsor from the glorious River Thames
Located at Runnymede Pleasure Ground opposite The Island - hire a stand up paddle board (SUP) or inflatable kayak. Booking recommended for this popular activity.
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Located at Runnymede Pleasure Ground opposite The Island - hire a stand up paddle board (SUP) or inflatable kayak. Booking recommended for this popular activity.
Located at Runnymede Pleasure Grounds opposite The Island. Take 45 minute return cruise or a 2 hour cruise to Windsor. Check out their website for the current timetable.
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French Brothers Ltd
Clewer Court RoadLocated at Runnymede Pleasure Grounds opposite The Island. Take 45 minute return cruise or a 2 hour cruise to Windsor. Check out their website for the current timetable.
If you are travelling from a far to visit this great theme park, at just a 15 minute car journey, The Old Boat Shed is ideally situated for an overnight stay prior to your visit or return home.
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Thorpe Park
Staines RdIf you are travelling from a far to visit this great theme park, at just a 15 minute car journey, The Old Boat Shed is ideally situated for an overnight stay prior to your visit or return home.
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Staines and Wraysbury train stations
We are approximately a 15 minute car journey to either station.
25 minutes to Waterloo Station from Staines Station.
15 minutes to Windsor Riverside Station from Wraysbury Station
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Heathrow Airport
Approx car journey to:
Terminal 5 ..... 10 minutes
Terminal 4 ..... 15 minutes
Terminals1/2/3 ..... 20 minutes