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Event programme

Take a look at our event programme for 2025

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National Lottery Open Week Offer

Free entry to the museum on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 March with the production of a National Lottery ticket, Instant Win Game or Scratch card.

21st March 2025 10:00am to 22nd March 2025 4:00pm

National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port Pier Road South Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 4FW

Four people stand arm in arm dressed in steampunk outfits in front of old work boats.

Steampunk Sunday

Join us as Steampunk enthusiasts from across the UK visit the museum to marvel over wonderful exhibits.

6th April 2025 10:00am to 6th April 2025 4:00pm

National Waterways Museum South Pier Road Ellesmere Port Cheshire

Easter Boat Gathering

Easter Historic Boat Gathering

We're excited to welcome you back to our annual Easter Historic Boat Gathering.

18th April 2025 10:00am to 21st April 2025 4:00pm

National Waterways Museum South Pier Road Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 4FW

A music group wearing old fashioned clothing playing folk instruments and singing

Old Time Sailors in Concert, National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port

You're invited to join the plentiful crew, the 'Old Time Sailors' for a family friendly night of foot stomping, dancing and singing!

16th May 2025 5:00pm to 16th May 2025 11:00pm

National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port South Pier Road Ellesmere Port CH65 4FW

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Last Edited: 24 February 2025

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