An intimate house on the banks of the Thames, where whitewashed walls, natural textures and carefully curated art sit alongside the library, the garden studio and the river itself. Days unfold slowly: movement in the studio, a river swim, breakfast by the water, fires in winter.
A bay window on the river, morning
The stay
10 rooms, and the whole house around them.
Sleep deeply, waking to soft light and fresh river air. Start the day with breath, movement or a river swim. Breakfast is cold, simple and seasonal.
Life at River Arts
There is no prescribedway to be here.
Take part in as much or as little as feels right.
- Movement in the studio.
- Breakfast by the river.
- A river swim.
- Books in the library.
- Art throughout the house.
- Conversation around the table.
- Quiet when you want it.
- Fires in winter.
- The river always there.
At the Club
From early morning breathwork to evening sound journeys.
Move, Breathe, Pause and Bodywork: yoga, Pilates and somatic movement; breathwork and guided rest; sound, meditation and stillness; massage and individual sessions. Join a class during a stay, or build your own week.
The journal
Can't join us in person?
The Self-Soothing Journal brings the practice of the house into your own home: the same prompts and practices, at your own pace, wherever you are.
Good to know
Questions, answered gently.
Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is at 11am.
Day passes are available for members and can also be added to an overnight stay.
A cold breakfast is served each morning and is included in every stay. The Club does not serve other meals.
We offer a thoughtful range of alcohol-free drinks. Fine wines are available on request.
Yes: classes and 1:1 sessions are available, though we suggest pre-booking to help curate your stay.
Classes, treatments and 1:1 sessions can all be booked online, on their own or as part of your stay.
Yes – all levels are welcome. Please seek medical advice before using the sauna or taking a cold plunge.
We invite you to join our mailing list to receive our newsletter and stay connected with the River Arts Club community.
No experience is needed. Everything here is designed to be accessible, gentle and beginner-friendly. You can go at your own pace, adapt each practice, and participate as much or as little as feels right. For deeper support, 1:1 sessions with our therapists are available.
River Arts Club is located in Maidenhead, Berkshire, on a quiet stretch of the Thames – close to London, yet surrounded by nature
What is included in my stay
What comes with the room.
- A thoughtfully designed bedroom with luxury bedding, towels and Wildsmith amenities
- Access to all shared spaces: riverside lounge, library, gardens, studio and quiet reading corners
- A daily guided practice, through our Self-Soothing Journal
- Tea and herbal infusions available throughout the day
- A gentle house rhythm: light morning practices, optional communal tea and an evening wind-down
- Access to the garden, river deck and outdoor seating areas
- High-speed Wi-Fi (or a low-tech stay, if you prefer)
Every stay is designed to feel calm and unhurried. Your booking includes:
Additional sessions – 1:1 therapy, somatic sessions, movement classes, sauna/ice bath and curated activities – can be booked in advance.
Your time here is designed to feel spacious and grounding, without pressure or structure.
Getting here
Maidenhead, Berkshire, on a quiet stretch of the Thames – close to London, yet surrounded by nature.
By Train
- Maidenhead Station (Elizabeth Line):
- Approximately 25 minutes from London Paddington
- Approximately 35 minutes from Tottenham Court Road
- The Club is a short taxi ride (5 minutes) or a 15-minute walk.
By Car
- Easily accessed from the M4 and A404:
- – 40 minutes from West London
- – 25 minutes from Windsor
- – 15 minutes from Marlow
- Parking is available on-site (please reserve).
By Air
- Heathrow is 15–20 minutes away.
- Full directions and arrival details are shared with your booking confirmation.