What the cruise includes
Each ticket includes a 45-minute public river cruise and one seasonal cocktail from The Folly menu. The cruise departs from The Folly at Folly Bridge and follows a classic Oxford River Cruises route.
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45-minute Oxford river cruise with a cocktail included
What to Expect...
See Oxford from the water on a relaxed 45-minute evening cruise departing from The Folly at Folly Bridge. Your ticket includes a seasonal cocktail from The Folly menu and a gentle river route past Christ Church Meadow and the university boathouses.
This is an adults-only experience for ages 18 and over, designed for a quieter evening out rather than a full family day trip. Advance booking is essential, and cruises typically run between March and October.
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What's Included in your ticket
Your ticket covers the Evening Cocktail Cruise aboard an Edwardian river launch operated by Oxford River Cruises. The experience lasts approximately 45 minutes and departs from The Folly at 1 Folly Bridge, Oxford.
You will receive one seasonal cocktail of your choice from The Folly menu as part of the cruise. The route passes Folly Island, Christ Church meadow, the university boathouses and the regatta course.
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This Oxford evening cruise is all about a quieter view of the city. You board at The Folly, settle into an Edwardian river launch and head out on the Thames as the light starts to fade.
Along the way, you pass Christ Church meadow, Folly Island, the university boathouses and part of the regatta course. The route is short and gentle, so it works well if you want a compact experience rather than a long sightseeing trip.
What you will see
The route passes Folly Island, Christ Church meadow, the university boathouses and the regatta course. It is a sightseeing-focused cruise rather than a guided walking or stop-off experience.
Before you travel
There is no parking at the departure address, so plan your journey before you set off. If you are driving, Oxford River Cruises recommends Redbridge Park and Ride or Westgate Centre Car Park.
Attraction Details
Opening Times
Regular Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 20:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 20:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 20:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 20:30
- Sunday, 10:00 - 20:30
Directions
Oxford River Cruises
The Folly, 1 Folly Bridge, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 4LB, England
Last updated: 13:19 29/04/2026
Important Information
- Official public cruise operated by Oxford River Cruises
- One seasonal cocktail is included with each ticket
- Minimum age for this cruise is 18
- Advance booking is essential
- Departure point is The Folly, 1 Folly Bridge, Oxford, OX1 4JU
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The ticket includes a 45-minute evening river cruise and one seasonal cocktail from The Folly menu. The route passes Folly Island, Christ Church meadow, the university boathouses and the regatta course.
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