London to Oxford by boat

London to Oxford by boat - Lighted Ferrys Wheel Near Body of Water during Nighttime

Is it possible to take a river cruise from London to Oxford? Or better how far up the Thames can one reach on a commercial cruiser?






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London to Oxford by boat - The Parliament during Nightime
London to Oxford by boat - Black Boat Beside Bridge
London to Oxford by boat - White Boat Passing Under Bridge



Can you get it from London to Oxford by boat?

As far as I know there are no cruises that run to Oxford from London (or vice versa), because of the distance and the need to navigate multiple locks. Going one way would occupy at least a day's sailing at riverboat speeds, and there isn't much demand for multi-day cruises.

How far can you take a boat up the Thames?

Walk, relax, do as much or as little as you like! A busy lock on the Lower Thames. The river rises near Cricklade in Wiltshire and runs for just over 200 miles to enter the North Sea east of London; the navigable Thames from Lechlade to London is 94 miles so allow a week to cruise.

Which river flows London to Oxford?

River Thames, ancient Tamesis or Tamesa, also called (in Oxford, England) River Isis, chief river of southern England. Rising in the Cotswold Hills, its basin covers an area of approximately 5,500 square miles (14,250 square km).

Can you boat on the Thames?

Cruising on the tidal Thames - Boating on the Thames. MAKING THE MOST OF THE RIVER Cruising Cruising on the tidal Thames can be a rewarding experience whether exploring the upper river or as the starting point to a cross channel passage.



From London To Oxford On The Thames - Self Guided Boat Tour




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