🌊 Picturesque and undeveloped section of the River Thames, known for clear, clean water and chalky banks.
✨ Considered one of the best wild swimming spots near London and South East England.
🏊♀️ Enjoy a potential three-mile swim upstream or dive from the bridge.
🏞️ Surrounded by grass banks with views of Chiltern Hills and ancient oaks.
🧺 Large grass area ideal for picnics and relaxing by the river.
🚶♀️ Explore Pangbourne village and nearby Goring-on-Thames with pretty pubs.
🚆 Easily accessible by train, only a 4-minute walk from Pangbourne station.
⚠️ Grassy meadows of the Thames Path are not ideal for direct cycling along the riverbank.
🚫 Be aware of mossy, slippy access points, some duck/goose poo, and occasional boat traffic.
💰 No entrance fee for swimming at Pangbourne.
Free parking available at Pangbourne River Meadow Car Park (RG8 7DA) or Dolphin Centre.
Both offer very close access to swimming spots.