National Waterways Museum

South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4FW

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National Waterways Museum run a varied programme of events throughout the year
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Unlock the wonders of our waterways at National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port.

With its delightful waterside setting, historic canal boats and fascinating displays housed in Victorian buildings of the former transhipment dock, the museum is a great day out whatever the weather.

Friendly dogs are welcome, and we ask that they be kept on a lead at all times. 

 

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Guide Prices

Adult (16 & over) £11.50. Child (6-15) £8.50 Child (5 and under) Free. Family (2 adults + 2 children) £28.50. Concession £10.50. Your ticket allows you to return as often as you like for one year.

Opening Times

2024 (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)
DayTimes
Tuesday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00

* Please visit https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/things-to-do/museums-and-attractions/national-waterways-museum-ellesmere-port for opening times before you visit.

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousMarketing Cheshire Dog Friendly Business of the Year - 2018 Marketing Cheshire Dog Friendly Business of the Year - 2018 2018

Directions

Road Directions

Leave M53, jct 9 and follow signs.

Public Transport Directions

By rail – Merseyrail half-hourly service from central Liverpool and stations on the Wirral. 10-minute walk from Ellesmere Port station

By bike - the towpath alongside the Shropshire Union Canal runs right up to the museum.

By bus – 20-minute walk from Ellesmere Port bus station.  Wide range of services including from Caernarfon, Chester, Liverpool, Neston, Runcorn and Wirral.

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    Recent Reviews:

    • Nick_Eastwood
      Manchester, United Kingdom
      a good day out
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 28th August 2024
      an excellent day out, lots to see and do if you like the waterways already, the site is large but the only let down was the lack of actual boats that you can go in and look at. cafe was nice, its dog... Read full review
    • StuartH001
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Better than expected
      4 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 24th September 2024
      Went as a couple on the way to a two night stay in Chester and was very very pleasantly surprised considering some of the reviews on here. This place is bigger than expected with an excellent... Read full review
    • Keith J
      North Wales, United Kingdom
      An interesting and enjoyable visit on a sunny but cold autumn day.
      4 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 16th October 2024
      The museum is well signed from the junction 9 of the M53 and has it's own free car park and a limited number of electric car charge points. There are toilets, baby change facilities, a shop and a... Read full review

    Facilities

    Accessibility

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

    Catering

    • On-Site café/restaurant
    • Picnic Site

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Payment Methods

    • Maestro accepted
    • MasterCard accepted
    • Solo accepted
    • Special group rates
    • TIC Staff Admitted Free
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • Conference facilities
    • Toilets

    Provider Features

    • Indoor Attraction
    • Marketing Cheshire Member
    • Outdoor Attraction

    Target Markets

    • Family Fun
    • Marketed Towards Children
    • Marketed Towards Families
    • Marketed Towards Senior Citizens

    Tours and Demonstrations

    • Educational Visits Accepted
    • Guided Tours Available for Groups

    Contact Us

    Tel: 0151 355 5017

    Tel: 0151 355 5017

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