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The College Punt is moored at the Cherwell Boathouse on Bardwell Road, which is a short walk from Kellogg.

The punt is available to all College members for the season, which this year runs from 14 March to 18 October 2026. You can book the punt from 10.00 am until dusk, with the latest return time changing as the days get longer, and then shorter again.

The College does not charge for the use of the College Punt but a charge may be levied by the Cherwell Boathouse under their conditions of use, for example if equipment is lost or the punt is returned after the return time.

Rowing boats or canoes may be supplied in place of punts on request, if available and at the discretion of the staff.

The punt must be booked in advance and College members must take their University Card with them to Cherwell Boathouse on the day of their booking, as College ID, along with their booking confirmation email.

Kellogg Alumni are required to bring a printed-out version of their booking confirmation email in the absence of a University Card.

How to book

Click here to book. (Please note that the booking system will only show access for the next 16 days, as punts cannot be booked more than 17 days in advance.) 

Kellogg Alumni only, please email our Reception Team via enquiries@kellogg.ox.ac.uk (Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 19:15) and they will make your reservation for you.

  • Bookings must be made by College members. You must use your Kellogg or University email when booking, otherwise you will not receive confirmation of your booking.
  • Bookings cannot be made more than 17 days in advance and no more than one hour before the commencement of the next available slot. Booking time slots may vary if made on the day.
  • You can book the punt in fixed slots of two hours during Cherwell Boathouse opening hours. No more than two consecutive slots (i.e. four hours) may be taken by a party. You will receive confirmation of your booking and the terms and conditions for use via email shortly after a booking has been made

Booking Conditions

In making a booking to use the College Punt, you agree to:

  1. Bring a copy of your booking confirmation and your University card showing Kellogg affiliation.
  2. Collect the punt promptly at the start of your allocated slot.
  3. Abide by the conditions set by the Cherwell Boathouse.
  4. Return the College Punt to the Boathouse promptly and in good order.
  5. Use the punt sensibly and safely at all times.

Late Returns
Late returns will be subject to a fine of £25, payable directly to the college. If you become aware of a late return of the punt, please contact sports@kellogg.ox.ac.uk.

Water Safety
The College Punt will not be available if river conditions are unsafe. If in doubt, please contact the Cherwell Boathouse on 01865 515978 before your booking.
Life jackets and punting guidance are available under the Boathouse terms and conditions.

Enquiries

All punt enquiries should be directed to Reception via enquiries@kellogg.ox.ac.uk or on +44 (0)1865 612000