Marlow on Thames 2012 - a picturesque Town, home to Steven Redgrave and just North of Dorney Rowing lake

History

The town name is Anglo Saxon in origin, and means 'land remaining after the draining of a pool'. In the Domesday Book in 1086 it was recorded as Merlaue, though previously it was known as Merelafan.

Marlow has been an important town for many years. This is because of its location on the River Thames, a major trade route from London. It has had its own market charter since 1324 at the latest but ownership of the charter has been lost.There is a small market (amounting to two or three stalls, of "back of the van" style traders) held on Wednesdays and Saturday mornings. As early as 1299 the town had its own Member of Parliament.

(Source: Wikipedia)

Attractions

Marlow itself does not have any major attractions, although the High Street is a shoppers paradise and the waterfront is very easy on the eye. However, it is within easy travel of a number of places. London is 30 minutes away and High Wycombe, Reading and and Oxford can be reached by car within a similar time. There are several Theme Parks a short drive away - Legoland, Thorpe Park and Chessington all 30 minutes or so away.

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