Bridgewater Cruises
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Celebrate Halloween this October with Bridgewater Cruises Halloween Cruise!
Book tickets now on this Manchester canal cruise in Bridgewater!
Family-run and award-winning, Bridgewater Cruises thrive on offering local experiences to visitors who wish to cruise along the beautifully scenic Worsley canal in Manchester.
Packed into a picturesque plan, explore the wonders of Worsley as you see Bridgewater's sights from the peaceful canal.
Manchester canal boat trips on offer:
Bridgewater Cruises own two canal boats:
Francis Egerton:
- Coined as the 'Restaurant Boat'
- A luxury wide beam passenger vessel
- Fully licensed with an onboard bar
- Accommodates up to 30 people
Lady Harriet:
- Another luxury wide beam passenger vessel
- 45ft
- Self-catering
- Disabled accessibility
- Accommodates up to 12 people
Book a Manchester Canal Trip for one of the best things to do in Worsley
Book tickets for Bridgewater Cruises now to secure your spot on the canal for one of the best boat rides near Manchester!
Lady Harriet Boat Trip
Book tickets now to Bridgewater Cruises Lady Harriet boat trip! Discover Worsley and Manchester from the water on this family day out!
Festive Lunch Cruise - Bridgewater Cruises
Treat your taste buds this Christmas in Manchester as you cruise, wine and dine on a delicious four-course festive feast!
Festive Afternoon Tea Cruise - Bridgewater Cruises
Spend Christmas in Manchester this year and feast on the ultimate Festive Afternoon Tea with Bridgewater Cruises!
Halloween Cruise - Bridgewater Cruises
Spend Halloween in Manchester & climb aboard your very own ghost trip for the creepiest canal cruise of the year filled with activities for all ages!
Christmas Craft Cruise - Bridgewater Cruises
Hire a private boat this winter and explore Manchester's canals at Christmas with your loved ones! Suitable for all ages.
Santa's Floating Grotto - Bridgewater Cruises
Spend Christmas on Manchester's canals this year when you enter Santa's Floating Grotto aboard Bridgewater Cruises spectacular vessels
Barton Road,
Manchester M28 2PD
How to Find Us
Address: Bridgewater Cruises, Barton Road, Worsley Village, Manchester, M28 2PD
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Departure Point for Lady Harriet:
All trips for Lady Harriet will depart from:
- Boothstown Marina, 14 Quayside Close, Boothstown, Manchester, M28 1YB
Parking:
- There is free parking inside and outside the marina.
- Large car park situated at the Moorings Public House - please note you will need to register your car inside the pub.
- Toilets
- Kitchen
- Heating
- WiFi
- Baby-changing facilities
The Bridgewater Canal is a historic waterway that stretches 39 miles (65 kilometers) from Runcorn to Leigh in North West England. It holds the distinction of being considered the first true canal in England. Let’s delve into its fascinating history
Commissioned by Francis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater: The canal was commissioned by the 3rd Duke of Bridgewater, Francis Egerton, with a specific purpose in mind: to transport coal from his mines in Worsley to the bustling city of Manchester.
Yes! You are more than welcome to bring your own snacks, drinks and lunch and use the onboard facilities.
It is for your safety, the crew, boat and other canal users that Bridgewater Cruises only allow alcohol onboard in moderation.
The skipper has the right and will end the trip at any point if he believes excessive alcohol has been loaded onboard.
The skipper has the right to end the trip at any point if he deems any person onboard intoxicated.