Canterbury Punting Company
About
An independent, award-winning punting operator working from a jetty on Water Lane beside the Mooring cafe bar, running chauffeured trips along the River Stour through the old town and past the cathedral precinct from the water. Standard shared tours run about 40 to 45 minutes, with nature, ghost and private tour variants also on offer, and the guides work the trip as a running commentary on the city's history rather than a silent ferry ride. The company has been operating for more than 14 years.
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Highlights
- ✓Chauffeured punting with a running commentary from the guide
- ✓Departs from a jetty beside the Mooring cafe bar on Water Lane
- ✓Nature, ghost and private tour variants alongside the standard trip
- ✓Independently run for more than 14 years, with award recognition
Tips
- →Prices vary by time of day and tour type; check the current rate at booking rather than assuming a flat fare.
- →Book online through the operator's own booking system; popular slots fill up on sunny weekends.
- →Weather and river conditions can affect departures, so build in some flexibility.
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