“Living in the timeless town of Henley-on-Thames, we are ultimately intertwined with the spirit of the regatta, an annual spectacle which transforms our quaint town into a vibrant week long celebration. As international teams arrive to challenge themselves on the river Thames, our streets come alive with colour and sound, echoing the proud traditions of British summer time. Spectators adorned in striped blazers, boaters, and summer dresses gather along the riverbanks. Picnic blankets spread out against white fences, the lush green lawn providing a striking contrast to the bold blue and white stripes of the regatta tents. Here, beneath the sun, Champagne corks pop in jubilant celebration, and glasses of Pimm’s glisten in hand, marking yet another fabulous summer's day.”
- Diana Forbes