Streatley and Goring

The villages of Streatley and Goring are in the National Landscapes.

The charming village of Streatley on Thames is nestled in a lovely valley on the Berkshire side of the river between Reading and Oxford, just across from the quaint Goring in Oxfordshire.

The stunning countryside here is recognized as an area of ‘Outstanding Natural Beauty’ and has a rich history as a natural river crossing, perfectly positioned between the rolling Berkshire Downs and the Chiltern Hills, known locally as the ‘Goring Gap’.

The  High Street, which serves as the heart of the village leading down to the river and the bridge to Goring, is now a cherished ‘Conservation Area’.

There, you’ll find an array of beautiful period properties, including a cozy thatched cottage, an exquisite William and Mary house, and an enchanting Elizabethan Farmhouse, rumored to be haunted by a friendly lady in white!

When the railway was built through the Thames Valley by the ingenious Isambard Kingdom Brunel around 1840, the folks in Streatley decided to have it located on the Goring side.

As a result, while Streatley has maintained its lovely charm, Goring on Thames has flourished and become the bigger village.

In the village, you’ll discover a parish church with roots dating back to Norman times, along with the luxurious riverside four-star hotel, The Swan and Coppa Club, which features a great leisure and fitness club.

At the top of the High Street, the Bull Inn awaits—a historic coaching inn that once served the Royal Mail on its journey between Oxford and London.

They also take pride in their prestigious golf club, which has been welcoming players for over a hundred years amid beautiful rolling countryside.

For families, Streatley is home to the well-regarded Streatley Primary School, and the outstanding secondary school, ‘The Downs’, is also in the catchment area, complete with its own bus route.

Plus, if you’re considering private schooling options, you’re in luck!

The area is served by an impressive selection, including Cranford House School, The Oratory Preparatory School, Moulsford Preparatory School, St Andrews Preparatory School, The Oratory School, Pangbourne College, Brockhurst & Marlston House, Downe House, Rupert House School, Shiplake College, The Abbey School, Bradfield College, The Manor Preparatory School, Abingdon School, Abingdon Preparatory School, Radley College, and St Helen & St Katharine.

Behind Streatley, you’ll find beautiful hills where the Berkshire Downlands meet the expansive Thames Valley, offering breathtaking panoramic views deep into Oxfordshire.

The stunning woodland and hills surrounding Streatley have recently been embraced by the National Trust, allowing the extensive bridleways and footpaths to be enjoyed by all!

Just across the river, the vibrant village of Goring-on-Thames presents a fantastic array of amenities and facilities, including shops, a modern health centre, traditional inns, a lovely hotel, a library, a dentist, and importantly, a mainline railway station that offers superb commuter services to Oxford, Reading, and London (Paddington).

Getting to major local towns like Oxford, Reading, and Newbury is easy, as well as the M40 and M4 motorways, which directly connect to Heathrow.

 Crossrail (Elizabeth Line) services have already started from Reading, with the complete service set to begin shortly.

This, along with the electric trains, has truly enhanced travel times to Heathrow, London, and beyond!