About Ray Mill Island
Meet adorable guinea pigs and birds at this charming Boulters Lock island featuring an exciting play area, historic mill and animal enclosures that children will love exploring.
What's nearby
- The Boathouse at Boulters Lock next door
- Boulters Lock next door
- Authentic Thai Masssage 250m away
- Paddleboard Maidenhead 250m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday
- 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Sunday
- 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
We visited ray mill Island and had such a lovely day. The scenery was beautiful, peaceful, and perfect for a relaxing walk. We stopped at the Boathouse Café for a cup of coffee, and the views made the experience even more special. We also strolled through the park, fed the ducks, and enjoyed some delicious ice cream. It was a wonderful day out, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful place to unwind.
· via Google
A beautiful and peaceful spot in Maidenhead with lovely riverside views, well-kept gardens, and plenty of wildlife. During my visit, I even spotted a squirrel enjoying the surroundings! The island is clean, relaxing, and perfect for a leisurely walk or simply sitting by the water and watching the world go by. A hidden gem that I would happily visit again.
· via Google
Beautiful little spot beside the river. Toilet facilities and ice cream/cafe. Beautiful location for my nieces 3rd birthday party. Dont follow sat nav onto the island, dont cross the bridge, there is no parking there and turnibg around can be tricky!
· via Google
An awesome family and kids friendly picnic spot. I started coming here in 2004/2005 and it has changed slightly with fresh look A flyover bridge over the river to go to monkey island for a longer walk. Some of the old trees have fallen, hence replaced with new trees now. The water fall is an amazing feature at the end of the day mill island. Ducks, birds and wildlife are another feature, also there’s small aviary where small beautiful birds are kept including doves, finch, parrots etc. There’s small place where you can play tennis, badminton etc too. There’s a small cafe, ice cream parlour as well (opens during the day time only)
· via Google
Visitors say this park offers beautiful scenery, well-kept gardens, and a small animal corner with birds and guinea pigs. They also highlight the clean toilet facilities, a cafe with snacks and ice cream, and ample picnic spots. Guests mention it's a peaceful and relaxing place for walks, especially suitable for families and those with wheelchairs.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Ray Mill Island, Maidenhead, SL6 8PE Get directions
- Category
- National Parks & Reserves
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (1,928 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Maidenhead