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A literary tour of the Chilterns
Some of Britain’s most famous works of literature – from the tales of Chaucer to the creations of Enid Blyton – can be traced to...



A hero’s walk: following in the footsteps of John Hampden
Helen Matthews explores her home county of Buckinghamshire on this historic walk.



One man and a book
If any single book has immortalised the Thames in literature, it’s Three Men in a Boat (1889).



Musical interlude: The Vicar of Bray
For those of us who learnt it at school it's impossible to visit Bray without thinking of this song.
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Chilterns & The Thames Valley (Slow Travel)
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View AllA true family Christmas pudding
Based in the Chilterns, this family-run pudding producer learned its tricks from Nanna.
Read MoreThinking inside the (chocolate) box
This ethical chocolate business sells beautiful handmade treats out of their shop in Chesham.
Read MoreHow to become a big cheese
This local cheese company has earned itself a reputation since its launch in 2016.
Read MoreGreys Court
The intriguing Greys Court juxtaposes a comfortable family home with fragments of a larger estate from centuries past.
Read MoreHenley River and Rowing Museum
A visit to the Henley River and Rowing Museum tells all about the history of this market town and rowing in the area.
Read MoreA day out in Midsomer
Take a tour around Henley-on-Thames to discover some of the familiar filming locations for the famous crime drama, Midsomer Murders.
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