FREE entry.
Join us for a steam spectacular when a fleet of magnificent traction engines meets a flotilla of vintage steamboats under the iconic Anderton Boat Lift! A unique, family-friendly steam festival with live demonstrations and interactive exhibits bursting with old-world charm.
A mighty fleet of traction engines will be travelling from all over the country to congregate at Anderton Boat Lift, Cheshire’s historic ‘Cathedral of the Canals’ on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 May, for the spectacular annual ‘Steam at the Lift’ Festival. This Award-nominated event is being hosted by the Canal & River Trust charity, as part of the Anderton Boat Lift’s 150th Anniversary celebrations. Festival visitors will be able to enjoy a wide range of activities from ‘Top of the World’ guided tours of the lift to LEGO ‘Make & Take’ sessions as well as face painting for children.
- Working miniature steam engines will also be on display across the site.
- Children’s activities
- Behind-the-scenes ‘Walking the Lift’ tours
- Craft Beer Tasting session
- Real Ale festival on the Daniel Adamson 1903 steamship
- Live entertainment from the Northwich Uke Club (Saturday10th)
- BBQ & Licensed bars.
For more information visit https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/things-to-do/museums-and-attractions/anderton-boat-lift-and-visitor-centre-cheshire/events?page=1
