National Waterways Museum – Ellesmere Port 2025

Situated in the old dock complex at the junction of the Shropshire Union and Manchester Ship Canals, the museum offers the visitor the opportunity to experience something of the life on the canal system in the days of commercial carrying.

Contacts

Operator: Canal & River Trust

Address: South Pier Road Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 4FW

  • Telephone: 0151 355 5017
  • Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
  • Website: View website

Open Days & Times

Daily 17-23 Feb. From 24 Feb Tue-Sun. 1000-1600. Visit website or facebook for more details.

Travel

  • By Bus: local
  • By Rail: Ellesmere Port / 0.5 miles

Facilities

  • Parking
  • Refreshments
  • Souvenir Shop
  • Part disabled access

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There are nearly 60 traditional boats, ten exhibitions, steam engines, period cottages, blacksmith’s forge and stables. Boat Trips.

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