Anderton Boat Lift For Groups

Lift Lane, Anderton, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6FW

Tel: 01606 786777

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We are extremely sorry to inform our customers that the Anderton Boat Lift structure will remain closed until further notice. This means we are unable to run trips through the lift itself.

Anderton Boat Lift is Cheshire’s award-winning attraction; a Victorian masterpiece of waterway engineering, built in 1875. 

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Guide Prices

- Discount for groups of 12 or more
- Discounted catering packages (when booked in advance)
- FREE coach parking
- 10% off the Anderton Guidebook
- Only 5 miles from M56

Opening Times

2024 (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)
DayTimes
Monday - Friday09:30 - 16:00
Saturday - Sunday09:30 - 17:30
Bank Holiday09:30 - 17:30

* January to March
Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm
* Consult website for further specific information for opening times throughout the year.

Directions

Road Directions

The Anderton Boat Lift can be accessed by regional motorway and rail networks. Below are directions by rail, bus and road to help visitors find their way to the Anderton Boat Lift.

Lift Ln, Northwich, Cheshire CW9 6FW, United Kingdom

Vehicle Parking Car Parking is available at the Anderton Boat Lift. Charges are £2 for up to three hours, or £3 all day. Charges will operate from 10am till 8pm daily. Coaches park for free. It is advisable to book coach parties in advance to ensure parking is available. Please contact us on 01606 872868 before your journey.

By Rail Local railway stations are available at Cuddington, Acton Bridge, Hartford, Greenbank, Northwich and Lostock Gralam. Telephone National Rail enquiries on 08457 484950 for train timetable details and prices.

By Bus Regular buses run to and from the Northwich area. 

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
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    • Very Good
      388
    • Average
      78
    • Poor
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    Recent Reviews:

    • SpiralPurple
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Spring afternoon out
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 23rd March 2024
      Nice afternoon out at the boat lift and visitors centre. Booked tickets online for the boat trip prior to our visit, which was an easy process. Friendly welcome from staff at the visitors desk when... Read full review
    • Patrick G
      Chester, United Kingdom
      Brilliant way to spend some time
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 24th March 2024
      I was there yesterday with my family. Absolutely fascinating, enjoyed of course the technical aspects of the lift itself but also the industrial history of the area. Well worth a visit. Read full review
    • hellen e
      Anderton boat lift
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 24th March 2024
      Oh wow so we couldn't go on a boat trip using the lift so we did the experience and walk and climbed the lift This was an experience in itself coming from someone who suffers with heights Andrew the... Read full review

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
    • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
    • Guide Dogs Permitted
    • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
    • Ramp / Level Access
    • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

    Attraction Facilities

    • All Weather Attraction

    Catering

    • On-Site café/restaurant - The Coffee Shop is newly renovated serving fresh coffee, sandwiches, jacket potatoes, paninis, cakes and snacks.
    • Picnic Site - There are various locations to have a picnic, both on site and in the Northwich Community Woodlands.

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (charge) - Parking is charged at £2 for up to 3 hours and £3 for the day (until car park closing time).

    Payment Methods

    • Delta accepted
    • Groups Accepted
    • Maestro accepted
    • MasterCard accepted
    • Min group size - To be classed as a group we require a minimum of 12 paying members in the party.
    • Special group rates
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • Conference facilities
    • Event Venue
    • Toilets

    Provider Features

    • Indoor Attraction - The two-storey Visitor Centre, Coffee Shop and Gift Shop are all indoors. The Boat Trip is also completely covered.
    • Marketing Cheshire Member
    • No Smoking Attraction
    • Outdoor Attraction
    • Village Location - We are Located in the village of Anderton, just north of Northwich Town Centre.

    Target Markets

    • Family Fun
    • Marketed Towards Children
    • Marketed Towards Families
    • Marketed Towards Senior Citizens

    Tours and Demonstrations

    • Demonstrations Given
    • Educational Visits Accepted
    • Guided Tours Available for Groups
    • Guided Tours Available for Individuals

    Travel & Trade

    • Group discounts available
    • Min group size numeric qualifier - 12
    • Wi-fi available

    Contact Us

    Tel: 01606 786777

    Tel: 01606 786777

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