Punting on the River Cam - Magdalene Bridge, Cambridge, UK
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Dragontree
N 52° 12.592 E 000° 07.000
31U E 303005 N 5788299
This traditional boat trip uniquely uses a punt to take you on a delightful trip along the River Cam.
Waymark Code: WM7XFF
Location: Eastern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 12/18/2009
Views: 14
Scudamore's run the punting company in Cambridge and describe the trips on their website quoted below:
'The fashionable Quayside area, with its open-air bars and cafés, is at the northern end of the Backs. We are by Magdalene Bridge, opposite Caffé Uno. The Market Square is a five minute walk away.
Today, Scudamore's Punting Company owns the world's largest fleet of punts, with nearly 150 craft available for hire along two routes.
Punts today are usually 6 to 7 metres long and 1 to 2 metres wide. They should be propelled by means of a 5 metre long pole, which is also used to steer. This method of propulsion is known as "punting"; just using a paddle to move along doesn't count!
Our punt tours let you sit back and relax whilst our expert chauffeurs do the hard work. Our spacious 12-seater tours punts are very comfortable, and come equipped with blankets and umbrellas. We offer tours for both the College Backs and Grantchester.
In addition to the punting-only tours described in this section we offer combined tour packages, which bring in other, complementary, off-river tours or services.'
Please see the website for full details.
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Adult Ticket Price in local currency: £14.00
Period/Days/Hours of Operation:
Most days but best to book in busy periods. More details on the website.
Food/Drink available on board?: yes
Restroom facilities on board?: no
Protection from the elements on board: Deck completely open to the elements
Coordinates of the Ticket Counter: N 52° 12.590 W 000° 07.000
Required Photos Will be Uploaded: yes
Address of the Ticket Counter: Not listed
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