Penton Hook Marina Visitor Guide

Set in 80 acres and with 575 berths, Penton Hook is Britain's largest inland marina. It is situated on one of the loveliest reaches of the River Thames, close to the Chertsey and about a mile downstream from Runnymede where King John signed the Magna Carta. There are numerous other places to visit on the Thames - cruise upstream to Windsor and the charming village of Datchet and follow the river as far as Oxford, taking in the many waterside restaurants on the way. Thorpe Park is also within walking distance, offering hours of fun and amusement for the whole family. Our Bray and Windsor marinas are within a few hours cruising; and offer reciprocal berthing facilities for Club Outlook members. Or, in around six hours, you can cruise into... more about Penton Hook Marina...

London and the River Thames

London is the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom and the largest urban zone in the European Union by most measures. In July 2007 it had an official population of 7,556,900 within the boundaries of Greater London, making it the most populous municipality in the EU. London contains four World Heritage Sites: the Tower of London; the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew; the site comprising the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey and St. Margaret's Church; and the historic settlement of Greenwich. Other famous landmarks include Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, 30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin), St Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge and Trafalgar Square. more about London and the Thames...