Half-term & holidays

Santa Cruise on the River Weaver (songs, stories and Santa on board)

Name: Santa Cruise on the River Weaver (songs, stories and Santa on board)
Start: 2026-12-19
End: 2026-12-23
Location: Anderton Boat Lift

19–23 Dec 202619, 20, 21 and 23 Dec; 45-minute cruises between 9.30am and 4.30pm, timed slots
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Anderton Boat Lift, Anderton, NorthwichAbout 30 min drive from Timperley
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£10–25Adult £10, child £15, under-12 months £4; every passenger needs a ticket; children 12m+ get a gift
Good for most agesIndoors and out
On saleBook now button live; 23 Dec listed separately
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A 45-minute Santa cruise on the River Weaver from Anderton Boat Lift, with Santa, his helpers and his storybook leading Christmas songs and stories on board. Every child over 12 months gets a present, and families can take their own photos with Santa during the trip. Every passenger needs a ticket, including babies, and cruises run in timed slots through the day.

Last checked Sun 18 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: canalrivertrust.org.uk. Report a problem

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Santa Cruise on the River Weaver (songs, stories and Santa on board)

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