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1.5 Hours
This relaxing afternoon cruise sails downstream from Folly Bridge taking in the best-known reach of the River Thames in Oxford. Traveling down the University Regatta Course we pass Christ Church Meadows, the University College Boat Houses and other landmarks on our way to Iffley lock. This is often a busy and vibrant section of the river where training rowing crews, punts, and pleasure boats jostle for river space in a wonderful display of Oxford at play. Passing through the lock at Iffley is an experience in itself. The river scenery and fascinating buildings combining to form a picture-perfect location. Beyond Iffley, we travel into the tranquil water meadows that surround Oxford and there are abundant opportunities to spot wildlife amongst the green banks and overhanging willows. We turn for home at Rose Island, a favorite destination of Lewis Carroll and Alice Liddell on their river journeys.
Aboard the boat, we serve an indulgent afternoon tea provided by the renowned riverside restaurant, The Folly. The traditional menu includes*.
Drinks to take aboard can be purchased at the departure point.
*exact contents may differ and depend on availability. For information regarding special dietary requirements and allergies please see our Diets and Allergies page.
Private versions of this cruise are also available (a surcharge applies for groups of less than 10 people). This trip operates between May and September.
All cruises depart from our moorings at The Folly restaurant.
There is no parking available at the departure point. Details of the closest car parks can be found here.
Please aim to be at the departure point and checked in to your cruise 15 minutes before departure.
We look forward to welcoming you on board!
