PUNTING AND RIVER CRUISES IN OXFORD

Oxford River Cruises

Departing from the Folly restaurant’s terrace at Folly Bridge, these joyful cruises along the Thames offer loads of ways to enjoy private or group trips on the river, with or without dining.  Gliding along in these canopied, elegant and silent (electric) launches, expertly cared for by the Folly’s brilliant skippers, you can linger over the glories of afternoon tea, sundowners or three course meals and bespoke dining parties.  Book here – and talk to us about special requests.

Oxford Punting from Cherwell Boathouse

Punting is a truly timeless, slightly eccentric, quintessentially Oxford, idyllic pleasure.

Take a leisurely punt upstream. About half an hour from us is The Victoria Arms. Past the pub you can punt through beautiful rural countryside, ideal for a full day out. Downstream takes you through the lovely University Parks, a great spot for picnics and games with the kids. To travel further in to Oxford you need to tackle the rollers to portage your punt to the lower Cherwell and on to Magdalen college.

Suitable for novices and experts alike, students, corporate parties, families and groups of friends can all experience this quintessential Oxford experience of punting on the river Cherwell. With around 80 boats, availability is always good midweek. With weekends being a lot busier, it’s best to arrive early or book in advance.

To make your day complete, add a picnic! Book a picnic hamper here.

Oxford Punting from Magdalen Bridge

Enjoy punting along Oxford’s stunning River Cherwell on a beautiful hand-crafted Oxford punt.

Hire your own punt, which take up to 5 people, for £27 per hour.

Or for the ultimate in relaxation, choose the chauffeured punting service, at £37 per 30 mins. A highly experienced trained punter can take up to four passengers out onto the River Cherwell for as long as is required.

To make your day complete, add a picnic! Book a picnic hamper here.