Henley-on-Thames Launches the Inaugural Great Henley Sack Race

Henley Town Council is thrilled to announce the launch of the inaugural Great Henley Sack Race, a community-driven litter-picking initiative designed to beautify the town in just two hours. This exciting event invites residents and local businesses to unite in keeping Henley-on-Thames clean and vibrant.

Event Details:

  • Date: Sunday, 6th April 2025
  • Time: 14:00 until 16:00
  • Location: Henley-on-Thames
  • Admission: Free

The Great Henley Sack Race offers a unique opportunity for Henley’s community members to come together for a day of environmental stewardship. Participants will work together to clear litter across various public spaces, contributing to the town’s ongoing efforts to remain welcoming, clean, and beautiful.

Volunteers of all ages are encouraged to take part, and local organizations are invited to form teams for the event. To ensure all participants are well-equipped for the task, the Town Council will provide litter-picking tools and sacks, making it easy for everyone to contribute to the cause.

“We are so excited to launch this event,” said a Henley Town Council spokesperson. “The Great Henley Sack Race is not just about picking up litter; it’s about building a sense of community pride, environmental responsibility, and collective action. We hope that this event will become a cherished tradition in Henley-on-Thames.”

The Henley Society has generously sponsored this inaugural event, further highlighting the strong support from local organizations for a cleaner and greener Henley.

After the cleanup, participants are invited to enjoy refreshments as a thank-you for their hard work and dedication to making Henley a better place for all.

To register for the event or for more information, please visit the official Eventbrite page.

Are you able to share about the race? Join us as we work together to make Henley-on-Thames a cleaner, greener place for future generations.

ENDS