The Desborough Cut

The Thames in all its glory

Many people take the River Thames for granted. It’s something that folk walk beside, drive over, fish in or navigate upon very regularly – and like so many things that we see every day, it is easy to let the river merge into the background of our busy hustle and bustle lifestyles.

A Thameside calling: To live by the river

Living beside the water has always acted as a magnet – particularly for those who can afford to pay the premium for having a view out onto the river.

One woman’s love for her Thames-side home

Muriel Gooding – Micki to her friends – has lived beside the Thames just off Chertsey Lane in Staines for 44 years and in that time, she’s experienced quite a lot.