Marlow's history dates back to the Domesday Book, when it was already an established settlement. It later flourished as a river crossing and trading hub, gaining recognition for malting and brewing. During the 19th century, the construction of a bridge strengthened connections across the Thames, and the arrival of the railway further enhanced accessibility and spurred growth.
Today, Marlow is an affluent residential and leisure destination, celebrated for its riverside location, vibrant high street and exceptional dining scene. The Hand and Flowers pub, located in the town, was the first pub in the country to receive two Michelin stars, according to multiple reports.