Where should I start punting in Cambridge?

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.
  • Do you have to book punting in Cambridge?

    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.

    Can you punt yourself in Cambridge?

    Traditional Cambridge Punting Scudamore’s Punting Cambridge first introduced pleasure punting to the city in the early 20th century. 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!

    When can you go punting in Cambridge?

    Most people choose to punt between 13.00-16.00. This time gives the highest chance of warmer weather and it’s also convenient if you wish to travel to and from Cambridge.

    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….

    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!

    How many punts are there in Cambridge?

    A punt tour along the world famous college ‘backs’ is one of the pleasures of a visit to Cambridge. There are six authorised punt stations in Cambridge. From north to south along the river, they are: La Mimosa, on the corner of Jesus Green.

    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.

    How much do Cambridge punters earn?

    Do you tip Cambridge punters?

    To tip or not to tip your punt chauffeur 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….

    How difficult is punting?

    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.

    How long does a punting tour in Cambridge take?

    Our Cambridge punting tours are 50 minutes in duration and you will see 7 Colleges and 8 bridges along the route. Punting in Cambridge has been a favorite pastime in the UK since the 19th century.

    What is a punting in Cambridge?

    Punting on the River Cam in a traditional Cambridge punt is an escape from the swamped life into a serene and blissful scenery that freshens our minds. Your 45 minutes of punting in Cambridge would

    Why choose Cambridge punters?

    At Cambridge Punters we strive to offer both a great a service and to maintain the tradition of punting. Your friendly, local guide will be one of the most experienced wits, raconteurs, and boatmen on the river. Versed in the arts of history, punting, and tall tales!

    Where do our punting tours depart and return to?

    Our tours depart and return to Jesus green, please see our location here. Our Cambridge punting tours are 50 minutes in duration and you will see 7 Colleges and 8 bridges along the route. Punting in Cambridge has been a favorite pastime in the UK since the 19th century.