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Events at Anderton Boat Lift

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Old steam powered vehicle underneath steel boat lift

Steam at the Lift

Join us for a steam spectacular when a fleet of magnificent traction engines meets a flotilla of vintage steam boats under the iconic Anderton Boat Lift.

10th May 2025 10:00am to 11th May 2025 4:30pm
Anderton Boat Lift Lift Lane, Anderton, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6FW
man in pirate costume pointing a gun

Pirate Weekender

Aye, the Conwy Pirates are landing! Our fabulous pirate-themed weekend returns this summer as part of the Lift’s 150th Anniversary celebrations so polish your cutlasses and get ready to join in the fun.

21st June 2025 10:00am to 22nd June 2025 4:30pm
Anderton Boat Lift Lift Lane Anderton Northwich Cheshire CW9 6FW
A music group wearing old fashioned clothing playing folk instruments and singing

Old Time Sailors at the Lift

You’re invited to join the plentiful crew the ‘Old Time Sailors’ for a Family Friendly night of foot stomping, dancing & singing at the Anderton Boat Lift.

4th July 2025 6:00pm to 4th July 2025 10:30pm
Anderton Boat Lift & Visitor Centre Lift Lane Northwich CW9 6FW
group of people wearing victorian costumes standing in front of a canal boat lift

Victorian Fair (Celebrating Anderton Boat Lift's 150th Anniversary)

To celebrate our BIG birthday, we’ll be transporting visitors back in time to 1875 by hosting a spectacular, immersive Victorian Fair with traditional games, entertainment, circus skills and workshops.

26th July 2025 9:30am to 27th July 2025 4:30pm
Anderton Boat Lift Lift Lane Anderton Northwich Cheshire CW9 6FW
old steam powered vehicals grouped together

Cheshire Live Steamers

Join us for a steam-themed weekend!

2nd August 2025 9:30am to 3rd August 2025 4:30pm
Anderton Boat Lift Lift Lane Anderton Northwich Cheshire CW9 6FW
Couple wearing steampunk clothing posing for camera

Steampunk Weekender

Get ready for a visual treat that fuses Victorian elegance and industrial innovation with rebellious twists as we prepare for lift off at our spectacular Steampunk Weekender.

20th September 2025 9:30am to 21st September 2025 4:30pm
Anderton Boat Lift Lift Lane Anderton Northwich Cheshire CW9 6FW

Last Edited: 11 April 2025

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