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Magdalen Bridge Row Boats

The Old Horse Ford, High Street

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Photo: László Gáspár

About Magdalen Bridge Row Boats

Take to Oxford's waters in a traditional rowing boat or pedalo for a delightful hour-long adventure perfect for active families seeking riverside fun.

Good to know

Payment

  • ✓Credit cards
  • ✓Debit cards
  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel.

What visitors say

Bebeliana C

Fantastic punting experience in Oxford! This boat rental is easy to find. Located under the bridge. Weather is perfect today, clear blue sky with gentle breeze. Since it was a holiday, we had to queue for about 5 to 10 mins. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They handled the registration and payment quickly. The rate is £35 per hour, and it’s charged proportionally for extra time hours. Once you choose your boat, you can set off immediately. As soon as you get on the river, you’ll be surrounded by a beautiful and elegant atmosphere full of classical and literary charm. The scenery along the way is perfect for taking photos. We rented a pedal boat, which moves faster, allowing us to explore farther places. One hour felt just right for a relaxing tour. Along the riverbanks, there are jogging paths, cafés, and you can enjoy lovely views of historic buildings such as old castles and churches. The boarding and disembarking point is right next to a small convenience store where you can buy snacks or drinks. Highly recommended — especially on a beautiful sunny day!

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Frank D

🚣 Oxford Punt Hire Oxford Punt Hire was an amazing experience and one of the highlights of our trip! Everything was smooth from the start, with very helpful and friendly customer service. The staff explained everything clearly, making it easy to ride even for beginners. The whole experience was relaxing and really enjoyable—perfect for chilling and taking in the beautiful Oxford scenery from the water. The pricing was fair, and overall it felt great value for such a unique activity. We had a fantastic time and would definitely come back again.🌳🌴🛶🪾🪵🍃 Highly recommended if you want a fun and peaceful way to explore Oxford..‼️💙

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avtar singh

Really nice. If you're going on a good day, it's definitely better to pre-book if you want to do the punting. The punting queue was quite long, so we opted for self-hire rowing, which was fun. However, not a lot of guidance was given. A bit expensive for what it was to be fair, but it's good for the experience.

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Jayco

Visited today (4th April 2026). We went for the £50 chauffeur option, as I didn’t trust my balance enough not to end up in the river if I’d have attempted punting! It was good value, especially as you get 30 minutes on the water with your own personal tour guide. Even though it was a very windy day (Storm Dave), we thoroughly enjoyed it. Definitely something I’d recommend.

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At a glance

Address
Magdalen Bridge Boathouse, High Street, Oxford, OX1 4AU
Category
Railways & Transport
Suitable for
Ages 4+
Setting
Outdoor
Destination
Oxford