Anderton Boat Lift
Northwich, Cheshire
About
Anderton Boat Lift near Northwich in Cheshire offers a unique engineering marvel for families to explore in the North West. This combined indoor and outdoor attraction showcases the Victorian boat lift that raises canal boats between waterways. On-site parking and a café provide convenience, while baby changing and pushchair-friendly access accommodate families with young children.
Suitable for all ages from babies and toddlers through to teenagers, the boat lift offers educational insights into industrial heritage combined with the excitement of watching boats travel between levels. A fascinating day out for families interested in history, engineering, and waterways.
Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Baby Changing
- Cafe
- Pushchair Friendly
- Card Payments
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Ticket prices at Anderton Boat Lift:
- Visitor Centre
- Free
- Adults
- from £8.25
- Children
- from £6.25
- Family
- from £22.75
Free admission to Visitor Centre General Admission Adults from £8.25 Kids from £6.25 Family from £22.75
Opening times
Opening times for Anderton Boat Lift:
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Common questions
What is the Anderton Boat Lift?
The Anderton Boat Lift is a Victorian engineering marvel that raises canal boats between waterways. Families can watch boats travel between levels and learn about industrial heritage.
Is the Anderton Boat Lift suitable for young children?
Yes, the attraction welcomes all ages from babies and toddlers to teenagers. The excitement of watching boats travel between levels fascinates children.
What are the opening hours for the Anderton Boat Lift?
The visitor centre is open Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Check the website for weekday openings during peak seasons.
Does the Anderton Boat Lift have parking and a cafe?
Yes, there is on-site parking with accessible spaces and a cafe for refreshments. Baby changing and pushchair-friendly access are available.
Is the Anderton Boat Lift accessible?
Yes, there's an accessible entrance and accessible parking. Card and contactless payments are accepted at this unique engineering attraction.
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