Punt Collection

Henley Regatta, c1896. Artist: Marsh Brothers
Henley Regatta, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Punting on the Backs, with St. Johns College, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Punting, Cherwell Boathouse, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Punts, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Punts on the River Cam, The Backs, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Punting on The Cherwell at Oxford. Date: circa 1910s

Punting at Cambridge
A group of people punting on the River Cam at Cambridge, with Kings College Chapel in the background

Mathematical Bridge and Punts, Queens College, Cambridge, England

Mathematical Bridge, Queens College and punt, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Swans in a punt at Henley
A punt load of swans, and two cygnets, about to be transported higher up the River Thames for their safety, in preparation for the annual Henley Regatta in early July

Kings College Chapel and punts on The Backs, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Queens College and Mathematical bridge, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bungay Corn Cross 1810
The corn cross from the village of Bungay, on the Suffolk/Norfolk border, and the plan of a double punt. Heraldic medallions(coins) from the 17th century surround the illustration of the cross

Girls own Annual
Cover of the Girls Own Annual for 1930, showing two teenage girls in a punt

Bridge of Sighs over the River Cam at St. Johns College, built in 1831 to link New Court to the older part of the college, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Punting, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Pleasure boats on the River Thames at Richmond Edwardian period

Punts on The Backs, River Cam, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Chalmore ferry, Wallingford, August 1925
A man operated punt, known as the Chalmore Ferry, operates across the River Thames in Wallingford. The building in the centre is the Ferrymans Cottage

Patience in a Punt, 1811. 1811. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Patience in a Punt, 1811

The River Thames - Ankerwyke, Wraysbury, Bell Weir Lock. Close by is the The Ankerwycke Yew, an ancient yew tree close to the ruins of St Marys Priory

Henley Regatta 1903
By the river during the Henley Regatta. Date: 1903

Two men on a punt, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Two men on a punt at Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, England. circa 1970

A walk by the river, 1890 (oil on canvas)
XPG366390 A walk by the river, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Brouillet, Pierre Andre (1857-c.1920); 59.7x74.9 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Ferry across the Arun at Bury, Sussex (b / w photo)
XJF1127291 Ferry across the Arun at Bury, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Punt on Neckar River, old town of Tuebingen, Stiftskirche Church, Baden Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

Mathematical Bridge, connecting two parts of Queens College, with punters on the river beneath, Cambridge, England, United Kingdom, Europe

By the Riverside (oil on canvas)
CH448392 By the Riverside (oil on canvas) by Claus, Emile (1849-1924); 115.6x83.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Belgian, out of copyright

Streatley Inn (colour litho)
2792541 Streatley Inn (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Streatley Inn)

Duke and Duchess of York visit Eel Pie Island - hotel ferry
Duke and Duchess of York visit Eel Pie Island on the River Thames during the annual regatta - taking the Island Hotel ferry punt

The Thames Swans
BAL43325 The Thames Swans by Brooks, Thomas (1818-92); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Dutch canal scene, 1866 (oil on canvas)
BAL13916 A Dutch canal scene, 1866 (oil on canvas) by Leickert, Charles-Henri-Joseph (1818-1907); Private Collection; Belgian, out of copyright

Chocolate box design, 18th century scenes
Chocolate box design, featuring various 18th century scenes, with people boating, on a swing, playing blind mans buff, and playing the guitar. Date: 20th century

Peaches Still in Season by Rick Elmes
Three pretty girls in light summer dresses and hat punt along a river in a boat during an Indian Summer. Date: 1927

An Egyptian ship of Queen Hatshepsut's expedition to Punt, 1850
3330631 An Egyptian ship of Queen Hatshepsut's expedition to Punt, 1850; (add.info.: Drawing from a relief carving in the Temple of Deir El Bahari at Thebes showing an Egyptian ship of Queen)

A punt, 1850
3330711 A punt, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a punt, a flat-bottomed boat with a square-cut bow, designed for use in small rivers or other shallow water)

A woman on a punt, 1850
3330782 A woman on a punt, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a woman on a punt, a flat-bottomed boat with a square-cut bow, designed for use in small rivers or other shallow water)

Egyptian ship of the Expedition to Punt
1578395 Egyptian ship of the Expedition to Punt; (add.info.: Egyptian ship of the Expedition to Punt, about 1600 B.C. From a rock-carving at Der el Bahari.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century illustration showing fishing from a punt boat in a river. 1844
5311109 19th century illustration showing fishing from a punt boat in a river. 1844; (add.info.: Date: 1844); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A punt, 1850
3330780 A punt, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a punt, a flat-bottomed boat with a square-cut bow, designed for use in small rivers or other shallow water)

St Julian: A patron saint of travelers, who appears to be mythical, said to have killed parents by mistake
535103 St Julian: A patron saint of travelers, who appears to be mythical, said to have killed parents by mistake, and spent life on atonement by helping strangers and travelers

Men fishing on a punt, 1850
3330784 Men fishing on a punt, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of men fishing on a punt, a flat-bottomed boat with a square-cut bow, designed for use in small rivers or other shallow water)

Men fishing on a punt, 1850
3330783 Men fishing on a punt, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of men fishing on a punt, a flat-bottomed boat with a square-cut bow, designed for use in small rivers or other shallow water)

Scenes in Japan: the town and harbour of Simonosaki, 1864. Creators: Unknown, Mason Jackson
Scenes in Japan: the town and harbour of Simonosaki, 1864. 'A large number of junks of all sizes stop at this town to obtain water and other necessaries, on their way through the Inland Sea

The Tribute Money, Peter Finding the Silver Coin in the Mouth of the Fish, 1616-1634. Creator: Jacob Jordaens
The Tribute Money. Peter Finding the Silver Coin in the Mouth of the Fish. Also called "The Ferry Boat to Antwerp", 1616-1634

Seine. Motif from St Germain, 1877. Creator: Carl Fredrik Hill
Seine. Motif from St Germain, 1877

Canal de la Viga, City of Mexico, between 1884 and 1900. Creator: William H. Jackson
Canal de la Viga, City of Mexico, between 1884 and 1900

A Gondola, 1859. Creator: Julius Exner
A Gondola, 1859

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"Punting: A Serene Tradition Along the Rivers of England" Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England as you embark on a punting adventure along the picturesque River Cam. Glide through the enchanting waterways, surrounded by stunning architecture and lush greenery that make up The Backs. Marvel at the iconic Kings College Chapel standing proudly alongside elegant punts, creating an idyllic scene straight out of a fairytale. Not far away lies Oxford, Oxfordshire, England where Cherwell Boathouse beckons with its own unique charm. Hop aboard a punt and navigate through the peaceful waters of Cherwell River while taking in breathtaking views of this historic city. Admire swans gracefully gliding alongside your boat as you create lasting memories amidst this serene setting. Punting is not merely an activity; it's an experience that encapsulates centuries-old traditions and cultural heritage across Europe. Whether you find yourself in Cambridge or Oxford, both cities offer their own distinct flavor to this beloved pastime. At Queens College in Cambridge, witness the magnificent Mathematical Bridge harmoniously blending with punts floating gently beneath it—a sight that truly captures architectural brilliance against natural splendor. As you venture further into St. Johns College in Cambridge, be captivated by the Bridge of Sighs spanning over River Cam since 1831—connecting history and tradition from one part of the college to another. This remarkable structure adds yet another layer to your punting journey—an opportunity to appreciate both engineering marvels and scenic wonders. Soak up every moment as you indulge in this quintessentially British experience—punting along rivers adorned with graceful swans and surrounded by architectural gems that have stood for centuries. Let go of worries as gentle ripples guide your punt through these timeless landscapes—the perfect escape into tranquility within bustling cities like Cambridge and Oxford.