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.
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.
Museum, Shop & Cafe (1 Nov 2023 - 29 Mar 2024) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday - Tuesday | Closed | |
Wednesday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
Museum, Shop & Cafe (30 Mar 2024 - 1 Nov 2024) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Wednesday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
* Please visit the museum's website for latest information.
Leave M53, jct 9 and follow signs.
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.
Tel: 0151 355 5017
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