Sunday 15 July 2007

The local punt firm with a heart of gold


If your idea of punting in Cambridge is crowds of assorted students, tourists and local people weaving around and falling in the river, you may think it's not for you, but think again ……

Down a beautiful backwater you will find a family firm renowned for their friendly, helpful attitude, especially to people who are a little anxious about getting in and out of a punt.

Lawrence Austen and his team were nominated in 2005 and again in 2006 because of their outstanding care for wheelchair users, people with learning disabilities and the elderly.

Nominations have come from a German studying at long Road Sixth Form College, a Canadian holidaymaker and a club visiting Cambridge for the day.

Many residents always recommend the Granta because they know it is an independent firm which can be relied on to look after their customers and give them a day to remember.

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