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Water Activities & Bridgewater Cruises – Scenic Canal Dining - Manchester

Water Activities & Bridgewater Cruises – Scenic Canal Dining

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels, no strenuous activity required

Overview

Enjoy a scenic 2-hour cruise along Bridgewater Canal featuring delicious two-course meals and stunning views. Perfect for a relaxing day on the water!

Worsley, England

Two Course Lunch Cruises 2025

2 Hours • All ages

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About This Adventure

Embark on a delightful 2-hour cruise along the Bridgewater Canal from Boothstown Marina, savoring a freshly prepared two-course lunch by our onboard chef. Choose from exquisite mains like Chicken Suprême or Wild Mushroom Wellington, and indulge in decadent desserts. Enjoy a unique dining experience amidst scenic waterways!

Please note our public cruises now depart from: Boothstown Marina, 14 Quayside Close, Boothstown, Worsley, Manchester, M28 1YB

Rates

Adult (Ages 12+): £36.95 Child (Under 12): £26.00 Please note a 6% booking fee is charged by our ticketing provider if booking online

Duration

2 hours 12.00pm-2.00pm

About

Departing from Boothstown Marina you will cruise along the Bridgewater Canal, whilst tucking in to a two course lunch freshly prepared by our onboard chef!

Mains

Chicken Suprême (NGCI)

Pan fried chicken suprême served with oven roasted potatoes, seasonal greens & a cream, tarragon & white wine sauce.

or

Wild Mushroom Wellington (VG)

Wild mushroom, leek and spinach wellington served with a red wine jus, roasted potatoes and seasonal greens.

Desserts

Banoffee Tart

A combination of Bananas, cream and caramel topped with chocolate in a sweet Pastry case.

or

Strawberry Cheesecake

Individual Strawberry cheesecake on a biscuit base.

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Chocolate and Passionfruit Tart (VG) (NGCI)

Vegan chocolate ganache topped with a passion fruit glaze in a sweet pastry case.


To Finish

Tea or filtered coffee

We can cater for special dietary requirements such as vegetarian, gluten, lactose, vegan but unfortunately we are unable to change any products down to personal preference.

We must be made aware of any special dietary requirements upon booking, However we can not guarantee any of our products are totally free from allergens.

What you need to know

Departure Details

  • These cruises usually depart at 12pm unless otherwise stated, Please arrive 30 minutes before the departure time for boarding. The cruise lasts 2 hours.

  • All our public cruises depart from Boothstown Marina, 14 Quayside Close, Boothstown, Worsley, Manchester, M28 1YB

Parking:

  • There is some free parking inside and outside the marina and the surrounding area.

  • If you fancy a drink beforehand there is a large car park situated at the Moorings public house near the marina (3 minute walk). Please note you need to go into the pub and input your car registration into one of the tablets located on the bar to be able to park there for free. Alternatively there is an option to pay and display in their car park (Address for the Moorings pub: 2 Quayside Close, Boothstown, Worsley, Manchester M28 1YB) Opens from 11am

Additional Information

  • There is a licensed bar on-board.
  • There is a toilet onboard
  • The boat is fully central heated
  • Unfortunately due to the design of the vessel there is no disabled access onboard. To access the boat there is one step on and four steep steps down. There is a banister to hold onto.
  • This is a no smoking vessel (inc the use of e cigarettes)
  • We reserve the right to vary the route of the trip for any reason or at the discretion of the skipper, who shall be in full charge of the vessel.
  • Car parking at the point of embarkment is at the owners own risk, must not cause obstruction to local properties and is not the responsibility of Bridgewater Marina.
  • Regrettably we cannot guarantee that any of our dishes are completely free from traces of nuts.
  • Please advise us if you have any food related allergies or dietary requirements.
  • Whilst we follow best practices in safe food handling to prevent cross contamination, all our products are prepared in the same kitchen. Due to this we cannot completely guarantee any of our products are 100% free of any specific allergens.
  • The vessel will depart promptly at the stated time, It is the party's responsibility to arrive prior to this as unfortunately the boat cannot wait if you are late. No refunds or amendments will be given for late arrival.
  • We operate a 72 hour cancellation policy. If you cancel your cruise within 72 hours of the cruise unfortunately you will be unable to move dates and any monies paid will be non refundable.
  • If paying a deposit for the cruise the remaining balance will be due no later than 7 days before departure. We will send you a reminder nearer the time for the balance.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early

Get to the marina at least 15 minutes before departure for smooth boarding.

Dress Comfortably

Wear weather-appropriate clothing, as some time is spent outdoors on the deck.

Book in Advance

Reservations are strongly recommended to secure your spot on the popular cruise.

Bring a Camera

Capture the scenic views and special moments along the canal.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Mallard ducks
  • Kingfishers

History

The Bridgewater Canal, opened in 1761, was the first canal to be built in England, revolutionizing transportation and industry.

Conservation

The operation emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including waste reduction and renewable energy use onboard.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Weather-appropriate clothing

Essential

Stay comfortable regardless of weather with layered clothing.

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Camera or Smartphone

Capture the scenic views and memorable moments.

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Sun protection

Use sunscreen, hat, or sunglasses when on deck in sunny weather.

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Binoculars

Enjoy wildlife and landscape viewing from the boat.

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