Take a scenic cruise along Manchester’s historic Ship Canal and River Irwell. Discover the industrial heartland of the north of England and see historic monuments such as Stephenson’s Railway Bridge.

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See Manchester from another perspective on a scenic canal cruise. Make your way along the Manchester Ship Canal and River Irwell, admiring some of the city’s key sights including Manchester United’s home ground and the historic Stephenson’s Railway Bridge.
Board from Salford Quays and see sights from the modern Media City, now home to the BBC and the new home of ITV’s Coronation Street, to the imposing Old Trafford football stadium and George Stephenson’s railway bridge from 1830.

Pass by the first of the 120-meter-long locks of the Manchester Ship Canal, admiring the impressive Imperial War Museum and old Pomona Docks before heading into the heart of Manchester along the River Irwell.

During the cruise, listen to commentary that describes the history of the Manchester Ship Canal. Learn about the industries that made the city one of the powerhouses of Europe in the 19th century and hear about the exciting future that’s currently being built.

Get a unique view of Stephenson’s 1830 railway bridge and the contrasting Ordsall Chord
Cruise past Manchester United’s home ground, known as the “Theatre of Dreams”
See , from the ultra-modern Media City to the railway arches over Hulme Lock
Learn about Manchester’s industrial past and exciting future from the on-board commentary

Includes:
Cruise
Commentary
Food and drinks

 

 

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