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Cruise with Father Christmas (floating grotto on the Ship Canal)
- 21 Nov – 24 Dec 2026Selected dates from 21 Nov; one-hour sailings at 10am, 11.30am, 1pm, 4.30pm and 6pm; sensory-adapted sailings 19 and 22 Dec at 10am; ages 2-10; end date assumedAdd to calendar
- Manchester River Cruises, Salford QuaysAbout 18 min drive from TimperleyDirections
- £10–25From £13 per person; gift, cookie and juice for children
- Good for most agesIndoors
- On saleFrom £13pp; pick sailing in online booking flowBooking page
- SEN-friendly: Quiet sessionSensory-adapted sailings at 10am on 19 and 22 Dec. Some weekdays on the booking page look out of date, so check when booking.More
SEN-friendly
Sensory-adapted sailings at 10am on 19 and 22 Dec. Some weekdays on the booking page look out of date, so check when booking.
- Quiet or sensory-friendly session: Fewer people and gentler lights and sound.
Sessions can change or sell out, so check with the venue before you book: manchesterrivercruises.com. More SEN-friendly days out
Cruise with Father Christmas is on at Manchester River Cruises, Salford Quays from 21 November to 24 December. It's about 18 minutes' drive from Timperley. Prices: From £13 per person; gift, cookie and juice for children. You need to book ahead. It suits most ages, and it's indoors, so it works whatever the weather.
Last checked Sat 17 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: manchesterrivercruises.com. Report a problem
