Santa's Floating Grotto - Bridgewater Cruises

Bridgewater Cruises
Available until 24 December 2024

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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. 

Spend Christmas in Manchester in Santa's Floating Grotto

Saturday 23rd November - Tuesday 24th December 2024 - Selected dates only!

This winter, you're invited by Father Christmas himself to clamber aboard Bridgewater Cruises canal boats and visit jolly old Saint Nicholas in his floating grotto!

  • Enjoy a private meet and greet with Santa Claus himself
  • Observe a unique, festive-themed grotto floating on the peaceful waters of Worsley
  • Each child will enjoy choosing their very own toy from Santa's Toy Shop
  • Capture the magical memories this Christmas and take as many photos as you please
  • Take home a small bag of reindeer food, ready for Rudolph on Christmas Eve!
  • Adults can choose a hot drink or mulled wine, whilst children can enjoy warm Vimto, hot chocolate or juice

Enjoy one of the best Christmas Cruises in Manchester

Everything you need-to-know about Santa's Floating Grotto:

  • Duration: 10-minutes
  • Meeting Point: Boothstown Marina, Manchester, M28 1YB
  • Dates: Selected dates between Saturday 23rd November and Tuesday 24th December
  • On arrival, please check in at the Horsebox Bar where you will receive your tickets and drinks
  • Please note: Santa gets very busy at this time of year, so please arrive 10-minutes prior to your meet and greet time to ensure you make the most of your magical experience!

Book Bridgewater Cruises tickets and experience Christmas in Manchester with Santa's Floating Grotto!

Location
Bridgewater Marina Ltd,
Greater Manchester,
M28 1YB
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How to find us

Address: Bridgewater Cruises, Barton Road, Worsley Village, Manchester, M28 2PD

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Departure Point for Santa's Floating Grotto:

All trips for Santa's Floating Grotto 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.
Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Drinks
  • Parking on site
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What age is Santa's Floating Grotto suitable for?

Santa's Floating Grotto by Bridgewater Cruises has been designed to suit children aged 8 years and over. 

However, the cruise is suitable for all ages. 

What do I need to know about Santa's Floating Grotto tickets?

There is a maximum booking of 8 guests per group, due to limited space on board the vessel. 

There must be at least one child and adult in each group. Children must remain under adult's supervision. 

There is a minimum booking of two tickets per transaction. 

Is Santa's Floating Grotto wheelchair accessible?

Unfortunately, due to the nature of the vessels, there is no access for prams or wheelchairs.

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