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River Thames: Oxford Canal
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One of the major industries on the river now is tourism. In London there are many sightseeing tours in tourist boats, past the more famous riverside attractions such as the Houses of Parliament and the Tower of London as well as regular riverboat services provided by London River Services. Along the course of the river a number of small private companies offer river trips at tourist sites such as Hampton Court, Windsor and Oxford. Many companies ... provide boat hire and accommodation on the river.
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Oxford is renowned for its Universities and churches and there's a wonderful view of its spires from the river. Dorchester Abbey dates back to the 7th century while Reading is the capital of England's Silicon Valley. The Henley Royal Regatta is held on the river each July, Marlow has many fine Georgian buildings and Cliveden House and gardens, famous for their Churchill connections, sit high above a beautiful steeply wooded stretch of river.
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Holidays in the UK has four cruiser boat bases on the River Thames. One is at Datchet, near Windsor, two are at Reading in the central part of the river, with the fourth at Benson near Oxford. Cruiser hire includes a River Thames licence.
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History: The river has been used as a navigation from prehistoric times. Numerous Acts of Parliament have been passed relating to the river from as far back as 1423 and by the height of 'canal mania' in 1793 the river had already been the subject of 23 Acts.
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