Mother’s Day Punting 2026

Your mum is a very special woman, and Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion to show her how much you love her. To help, Rutherford’s offers Mother’s Day Punting in Cambridge. Whether you choose a shared punting tour or a private trip, you and your mum can see the sights in true luxury with Rutherford’s.

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emma
31 October 2026
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Highly recommended A fabulous punting tour taken today with Charlie as our guide. Informative and relaxing with blankets to keep us warm as the chill set in. Charlie was informative and entertaining and we had a great trip. Highly recommended
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Nicola E
29 October 2026
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We had Jack, he was well spoken and very knowledgeable and also very nice.
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Kelvin Chang
27 October 2026
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Great experience- Cheng was fantastic as a guide!
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Femi Awotesu
26 October 2026
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This was second visit to go punting on the River Cam. We had a superb chauffeur and guide who was a Cambridge alumnus. The weather was perfect and we had a wonderful time gliding down the Cam and under the various bridges.
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Mark Reeve
25 October 2026
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We can definitely recommend Rutherfords…..the punts were really comfortable and well equipped with cushions, blankets and even umbrellas just in case. The best we saw on the river in fact! Rich was our punter and he was very friendly and knowledgeable about the colleges and bridges we passed on the 50 minute tour, sharing lots of facts along the way. A really good way to see parts of Cambridge you wouldn’t otherwise see! Would recommend booking online in advance if you can as you will get a better price than on the day.
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maddie white
20 October 2026
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the best part of my visit to cambridge! such an informative tour guide that gave us facts about everything, and the nicest boat out of all the other companies, with umbrellas, blankets and tables!
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Richard Davies
20 October 2026
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Great experience, great history facts and a really fun 50 minutes on the river
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sibi thomas
20 October 2026
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We had a wonderful experience punting in Cambridge with Rutherford Punting. Max was our tour guide, and he was excellent! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging, making the whole trip enjoyable. His explanations and interesting stories added so much to the experience. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend Rutherford Punting, especially with Max as your guide. Thank you for such a lovely experience!
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Hope
20 October 2026
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This was a fantastic tour.  Our guide was very knowledgeable (and funny), providing the history of the university, information about noteworthy people who've attended the various colleges, as well as discussing student pranks and what it's like to be a student at Cambridge.  The bridges and campus buildings are absolutely beautiful and this tour provides a different perspective that you don't get from walking the streets.  Highly recommend!
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Angela Nutton
20 October 2026
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We had a lovely time on our Punting Tour of Cambridge. Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining - sharing insights and stories that we appreciated and thoroughly enjoyed! We would highly recommend this tour.

Share The Best Cambridge Mother’s Day Activity With Your Mum

If your Mother deserves the world, and some serious appreciation for everything she does for you, then our Mother’s Day Punting Tour is just perfect.

Say thank you with the unexpected and choose our extraordinary Mother’s Day punting experience to celebrate, honour and treat your Mum on Sunday 30th March 2025.

Our quintessentially Cambridge boating tours are the city’s favourite pastime, with stunning surroundings, architectural treats, beautiful spring gardens and a fascinating history. Watch as your chauffeur enthrals your mother and celebrate with all the family on a shared or private punting tour.

With Mother’s Day fast approaching, it’s important that you book online now to secure your spot, so you can watch in delight as she enjoys her Mother’s Day punting experience.

Personalise Your Mother’s Day Punting Tour

Mums are all unique, and it’s not just mothers who get celebrated on Mother’s Day Weekend. Whether it’s your step mum, adopted mother, or the aunt who treated you like a daughter, we can make her day extra special. We’ve got Cambridge punting tours to suit the whole family, even the dog!

All our Mother’s Day Tours have the option to add on a seasonal bouquet made by our in-house florist Pinky’s Flowers Cambridge.

You can customise your Mother’s Day Punting experience by adding extras such as Champagne, a cream tea, a cheese platter or even a full picnic, so you enjoy tasty Mother’s Day treats while your drift down the River Cam and enjoy the beauty of this picturesque city.

With our Mother’s Day Private Tours, we can customise the route and take you past your favourite monument. Whether you want to see the college backs, King’s College Chapel, the stunning St John’s College with its majestic Bridge of Sighs or New Court, our guides can show you the wonders of Cambridge from the comfort of your raised- and heated- seat.

Flowers and an umbrella on a Rutherford's Punting Boat

Book The Ultimate Mother’s Day Punting Experience With Rutherford’s

This unique 45 minute private tour down the River Cam is bookable only on Mother’s Day, Sunday 15th March 2026. Your guide will take you along the river on your upgraded traditional punt, with raised seats and little tables, dressed with cushions and fleecy blankets for your comfort.

Our professional chauffeurs will ensure that your VisitEngland Rose Marque tour is a magical experience. Our tours are well researched and we’re proud holders of the Best Story Told Accolade.

You’ll be regaled with historical facts and the finest and most entertaining stories behind the creation of the city that we see today.

Bring along your favourite treats, tasty nibbles and refreshing drinks for the ride! If you’re customising your tour with add-ons, order as you book and your drinks and nibbles will be awaiting your arrival on the day.

The very best Mother’s Day gift is that of time together to celebrate your relationship. This luxury Cambridge experience is perfect for shared time and creating new magical memories.

Surprise your mother and share this top Mother’s Day experience as you show her the historic Cambridge in all its glory. Add afternoon tea, picnic or Champagne options in your own private boat to give her the ultimate luxury experience.

Book online to secure your seats and then head to see our team at the Bookings Desk at our Jesus Green Moorings to start your experience. 

Happy Mother’s Day!

A mother's day punting trip in Cambridge in progress

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Map to Rutherford's Bookings Desk - Where to board your tour