In Cambridge, there are many opportunities for the ‘perfect’ punting proposal… We would be honoured to be a part of such an important day. Truthfully, we want customers to leave Cambridge with memories to treasure. That’s why we are eager to help plan your entire day. Read on for our suggestions on how to craft the most romantic day out in Cambridge possible.
What is the best time for a punting proposal?
We absolutely recommend golden hour punting for proposals. Without a doubt, golden hour is the best. Not that it won’t be a magical experience at any other time! But with the sunset, the quieter river, and the cheaper evening rates, you can’t go wrong with an evening proposal punting.
The soft glow of the evening is ideal for proposals
Private tours for two start at just £79, and the cheapest time of day is either in the morning or evening. That means that golden hour punting is actually the most cost-effective!
Where to eat in Cambridge on the day of the proposal?
For a stunning location to set the scene, The Ivy Brasserie has to be considered. With a colourful, playful, yet sophisticated interior, The Ivy is both relaxed and luxurious. Isn’t that what people look for in restaurants on the day of the proposal? It’s ideal to dine somewhere upscale enough for it to be memorable, but have that sort of ambience that puts you at ease.
What’s especially charming about The Ivy is the enthusiastic service. It’s clear that The Ivy looks to hire the best of the best when it comes to their team.
Six is a memorable restaurant offering terrace dining, afternoon tea and a Sunday roast. When it comes to making an impression, Six does the trick! With a modern and refreshing design, the historic sights from the terrace offer a beautiful blend of sights to behold.
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The efforts from the team at Six consistently win customers over. When it comes to a special occasion treat, a trip to Six makes it worth the splurge. What’s more? You can treat your significant other to a spa day here, too!
The Senate, in the heart of the city, offers a relaxed and warm environment for customers to enjoy. Again, another prime spot to relax before the big moment. With decadent views and a well-thought-out menu, this independent bistro is a sophisticated option for popping the question.
How else to make your punting proposal special
We also offer a range of additional services for our private tours. That means you can customise it to suit your needs! All food and drink will be ready at the river for you when you arrive.
Our Deli Style Grazing board, in a box to serve two, contains a variety of cheeses, fruits, and more goodness! Out of all our picnics, we think this one is the best option for proposals on The Cam.
To romanticise your proposal, why not order some flowers? In addition to your punting tour, we can have locally sourced flowers delivered to the river for you… Your future forever will be charmed to pieces!
We also offer a range of drinks to add to your booking – served chilled, of course! Read here for more details…
Proposal photography
Capturing the magical moment is beautiful. If you have a photographer organised, book them their own private punting tour, and they can be ready to take photos when you pop the question. We can arrange for them to be hidden out of sight so that your beloved is none the wiser. It is possible (sometimes!) to book a prolonged tour so that the photographer has a head start and can be ready at the location of your choosing.
Or they can be at the ready on a bridge, or along the Cam, to snap at the right time. There are lots of ways to go about it.
Email us at info@letsgopunting.co.uk to sort the logistics with us.
