Anderton Boat Lift For Groups

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We are extremely sorry to inform our customers that the Anderton Boat Lift structure will remain closed until further notice. This means we are unable to run trips through the lift itself.

Anderton Boat Lift is Cheshire’s award-winning attraction; a Victorian masterpiece of waterway engineering, built in 1875.

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Guide Prices

- Discount for groups of 12 or more
- Discounted catering packages (when booked in advance)
- FREE coach parking
- 10% off the Anderton Guidebook
- Only 5 miles from M56

Opening Times

2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)
Day	Times
Monday - Friday	09:30	- 16:00
Saturday - Sunday	09:30	- 17:30
Bank Holiday	09:30	- 17:30

* January to March
Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm
* Consult website for further specific information for opening times throughout the year.

Directions

Road Directions

The Anderton Boat Lift can be accessed by regional motorway and rail networks. Below are directions by rail, bus and road to help visitors find their way to the Anderton Boat Lift.

Lift Ln, Northwich, Cheshire CW9 6FW, United Kingdom

Vehicle Parking Car Parking is available at the Anderton Boat Lift. Charges are £2 for up to three hours, or £3 all day. Charges will operate from 10am till 8pm daily. Coaches park for free. It is advisable to book coach parties in advance to ensure parking is available. Please contact us on 01606 872868 before your journey.

By Rail Local railway stations are available at Cuddington, Acton Bridge, Hartford, Greenbank, Northwich and Lostock Gralam. Telephone National Rail enquiries on 08457 484950 for train timetable details and prices.

By Bus Regular buses run to and from the Northwich area.

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Recent Reviews:

5Charlie
London
Trip Type:
Solo travel
Good for all ages
Monday, 22nd May 2023
Really helpful and friendly staff. Went on the boat trip along the River Weaver to Northwich and back, then up in the lift which was fantastic and amazing technology/workings. The guide (Gordon?) on... Read full review
Tom277
Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Excellent in everyway
Thursday, 25th May 2023
The Anderton Boat Lift has been on my list for many years and it did not disappoint in any way. It was a lovely sunny day. The carpark is well surfaced and paths are firm. There is a visitor centre... Read full review
AngelaTopping
Manchester, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Interesting place to visit ,very accessible
Friday, 26th May 2023
Lovely site to visit for families or adults, with a lovely boat themed play area, waterbirds on the canal, pretty gardens, decent cafe with an outdoor deck which has superb views of the site... Read full review

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Facilities

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp / Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Attraction Facilities

All Weather Attraction

Catering

On-Site café/restaurant - The Coffee Shop is newly renovated serving fresh coffee, sandwiches, jacket potatoes, paninis, cakes and snacks.
Picnic Site - There are various locations to have a picnic, both on site and in the Northwich Community Woodlands.

Parking & Transport

On site parking
Parking (charge) - Parking is charged at £2 for up to 3 hours and £3 for the day (until car park closing time).

Payment Methods

Delta accepted
Groups Accepted
Maestro accepted
MasterCard accepted
Min group size - To be classed as a group we require a minimum of 12 paying members in the party.
Special group rates
Visa accepted

Provider Facilities

Conference facilities
Event Venue
Toilets

Provider Features

Indoor Attraction - The two-storey Visitor Centre, Coffee Shop and Gift Shop are all indoors. The Boat Trip is also completely covered.
Marketing Cheshire Member
No Smoking Attraction
Outdoor Attraction
Village Location - We are Located in the village of Anderton, just north of Northwich Town Centre.