Best Wishes and have a great time in Cambridge…. over a year ago. You don’t need to book in advance but it is cheaper if you do. At Let’s Go Punting we only offer a chauffeured service but it is possible to do self hire punting with other companies.
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Can you punt on your own in Cambridge?
Traditional Cambridge Punting
Treat yourself to one of our award-winning Cambridge tours or explore the river yourself on one of our self-hire boats. Visit Cambridge and experience its historic waterways for yourself! We are at your service every day, except Christmas Day.
Where should I start punting in Cambridge?
- Scudamore’s Punting Company. Founded in the early 20th Century, Scudamore’s are Cambridge’s original punting company.
- Rutherfords Punting. Glide along the world-famous College Backs on a traditional punt and experience Cambridge with Rutherford’s.
- Lets Go Punting.
Is punting better in Oxford or Cambridge?
In Oxford, you’ll most likely be punting on the River Cherwell, although the more adventurous visitor might make it onto the River Thames. Cambridge punters will get to enjoy the sights of the city while drifting along on the River Cam.
Can you take a dog on a punt in Cambridge?
Dogs on Punts
We love to see mankind’s four-legged friends enjoying a dog friendly day out in Cambridge.Scudamore’s Punting experiences are highly recommended as one of the county’s best dog days out experiences. Choose between a punting tour or hire your own punt for your adventure.
How much is it to punt on river in Cambridge?
How much does it cost to self hire a punt in Cambridge? Self Hire punt prices range from £20 to £30 per hour. Self hire punt boats are available from Scudamore’s, Cambridge Chauffeur Punts, Granta moorings and Trinity College punts. Self hire is not available with Scholars Punting Cambridge at the moment.
Do you tip punters?
We’re often asked this by people who take our shared punting tours – should you give your punt chauffeur a tip? This is entirely up to you. If you’ve enjoyed yourself and think your guide has done a good job, then it’s common to leave a small tip….
What time does punting stop in Cambridge?
Usual hours: 10:00am until dusk.
You can use this information to organise your punt tour and boat hire adventure by selecting a time and day that suits your plans best. Please get in touch with any questions on 01223 359750.
Can you punt yourself?
Punt yourself on the River Cam
Some people learn to punt very quickly, but others don’t. If you haven’t punted before, our staff are always ready to offer punting tips and demonstrations. The maximum capacity of a self-hire punt is six people including punter (as required by law).
Do you get wet punting?
No matter how good you are at punting, you’ll find that your clothing will get a little wet (soaked if you jump in)! I recommend avoiding clothes that are made of thin, flowing material as they have a habit of attaining degrees in transparency (Cambridge certified, of course)!
Is punting difficult?
Professional chauffeurs make the act of punting look very easy, but don’t be fooled it is very difficult. You could be forgiven for thinking that the act of pushing the boat with a pole off the river bed seems straight forward, and in theory, it is.
Do punt poles float?
If you shove gently, you are less likely to steer wildly. At the end of the stroke, relax and allow the pole to float up like a rudder behind you.
Can dogs go on punts in Oxford?
Dogs are welcome. Plan your outing with the Punting Map of Oxford (also on sale at the Boathouse). And watch a video on how to punt.
Can you go punting with a dog?
Scudamore’s is one of the main punting companies in Cambridge, and the only dog-friendly one. And they are SO dog friendly! There are a couple of “ports” where you can hop on a boat – either with a group and a guide or on your own – and the staff at each of them were eager to give Giorgio a little cuddle.
Are dogs allowed in Grand Arcade Cambridge?
Grand Arcade is a pet free Centre. Please do not bring your dog to the centre as we only permit assistance dogs access.
What can you do in Cambridge for free?
- Evensong at King’s College or St John’s Chapel.
- Fitzwilliam Museum.
- Scott Polar Research Institute Museum & Library.
- Trinity College’s Wren Library.
- The Eagle.
- Public open evening at the Institute of Astronomy.
- Get outside.
- Sedgwick Museum.
How many punts are there in Cambridge?
Punt numbers
There are over 300 commercial punts which are licensed to operate in Cambridge.
Is punting in Cambridge all year round?
The most popular attraction: Punting in Cambridge. Punting is open all year round!
How much do Cambridge punters get paid?
The pay for this role averages between £20,000 and £23,000 – a fantastic summer job, and you’ll even get to keep the tips that tourists leave for you!
Can babies go punting in Cambridge?
Babies and small children are welcome on our punts.Please note that on our punting tours they do count towards passenger numbers – even if they’re really tiny!
How does the punters app work?
Users can buy or sell tips on a daily basis. The tip seller must assign a price to their tips (typically $5 to $10) and then it’s up to the buyer to decide if they want to purchase them.
