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Miniature Steam Weekend

Cheshire Live Steamers will be showcasing small-scale miniature versions of full-size traction engines.

25 October 2025, 10am to 26 October 2025, 4pm
National Waterways Museum South Pier Road Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 4FW
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Halloween and Half Term Activities

Bring the children for Half Term activities and there may be a few spooky Halloween happenings!.

27 October 2025, 10am to 2 November 2025, 4pm
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port South Pier Road Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 4FW
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Festive Boat Trips & Santa’s Grotto Experience (6 & 7 December)

Meet Father Christmas at the museum in his Grotto with the option of also taking a festive boat trip along the canal with some of his elves and enjoy singing, games, stories and a treasure trail.

6 December 2025, 10am to 7 December 2025, 4pm
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port South Pier Road Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 4FW
Santa sitting on a chair with toy elves on his lap and shoulder

Festive Boat Trips & Santa’s Grotto Experience (13 & 14 December)

Meet Father Christmas at the museum in his Grotto with the option of also taking a festive boat trip along the canal with some of his elves and enjoy singing, games, stories and a treasure trail.

13 December 2025, 10am to 14 December 2025, 4pm
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port South Pier Road Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 4FW
Santa sitting on a chair with toy elves on his lap and shoulder

Festive Boat Trips & Santa’s Grotto Experience (20-24 December)

Meet Father Christmas at the museum in his Grotto with the option of also taking a festive boat trip along the canal with some of his elves and enjoy singing, games, stories and a treasure trail.

20 December 2025, 10am to 24 December 2025, 4pm
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port South Pier Road Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 4FW

Last Edited: 26 September 2025

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