30/08/2026
******NEW CRUISES ADDED IN OCTOBER******
A huge thank you to everyone who enjoyed Saturday’s and Sunday’s cruises with us this weekend. Despite the damp conditions both cruises were well supported and we are also hugely thankful to our wonderful volunteers both aboard and ashore for making everything work so smoothly. Finally a huge thanks to Canal & River Trust for their smooth operations and professionalism.
We were due to just have two more cruises this year on the 3rd and 4th of October, to and from the annual Little Leigh end of season steam party at the The Leigh Arms pub .
However, having had some trips cancelled in May due to technical issues with Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge, we are delighted to be able to confirm we now have additional trips now available.
• Friday 2nd October from Sutton Weaver to Ellesmere Port via Old Quay, Runcorn.
• Thursday 15th October Sutton Weaver – Anderton Boat Lift & Visitor Centre
• Saturday 17th October Anderton Boat Lift return via Acton Bridge with live music (details TBC).
• Sunday 18th October Anderton Boat Lift – Sutton Weaver.
So below are the details of our October sailings with both the advertised and the new trips.
*NEW CRUISE*
Friday 2nd October. Sutton Weaver - National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port via turn at Old Quay - 12:00 - 16:00. Coach Transport included. £85pp
Easy transport: We recommend parking at the National Waterways Museum car park, which is free of charge. Easily accessible by train, with a nearby station and our coach will collect you at 11:00 to transport you to The Danny at Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge. That way your car is waiting for you at the end of the cruise, or you are handy for the station.
Details and to book click here: https://thedanny.digitickets.co.uk/event/29635558
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Saturday 3rd October. Little Leigh Steam Party National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port – Acton Bridge. 10:00 – 14:30. Coach return £100pp
Easy transport: We recommend parking at the National Waterways Museum car park, which is free of charge. Easily accessible by train, with a nearby station.
After a short cruise on The Manchester Ship Canal, we exit into Marsh Lock and join the Weaver Navigation. Sailing through some of Cheshire’s most stunning countryside to our destination, above Dutton Locks – Acton Bridge, where we will arrive amongst many historic vessels who, like us, have travelled to Acton Bridge and the The Leigh Arms to attend the Little Leigh end-of-season Steam Party. This event was started in the 1970’s by the late Peter Froud, and was a regular and popular venue for steam traction engine owners, including the late Fred Dibnah. It was also, and still is at times, attended by the Steam Tug “Kerne” as well as smaller steam narrowboats. A collection of steam rollers and traction engines will be on the car park of the Leigh Arms pub when we arrive
Our coach will collect you at Acton Bridge after having had time to look around the visiting attractions at the Steam Party, and return you to The National Waterways Museum at the end of your cruise.
For details and to book click here: https://thedanny.digitickets.co.uk/event/27378373
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Sunday 4th October. Little Leigh Steam Party Cruise Acton Bridge - Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge. 14:00 - 16:30. £50pp. Coach included.
This cruise includes a one-hour opportunity to visit the Little Leigh Steam Party before we set sail at 14:00. See Parking and Transport arrangements below. Then you will step aboard The Danny for a relaxing 2½-hour cruise along the scenic River Weaver. This tranquil journey takes you from our berth at Acton Swing Bridge, to our mooring at Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge, showcasing the beauty and history of this magnificent waterway
Easy Transport. There is no public parking at Acton Bridge, so we are operating a Park & Ride service for your convenience so your car is nearby at the end of the cruise. Coach departure: 12:15 to take you to Acton Bridge, with friendly stewards on hand to welcome you and assist with boarding.
Parking location: Dormex Containers Offices, Chester Rd, Sutton Weaver, WA7 3EG (behind Supershine Car Wash, A56).
After your cruise, it’s a short 5–6 minute walk back to the Dormex car park to collect your car. Please take care when crossing the busy road.
⚠️ If you choose to arrange your own drop-off at Acton Bridge, please remember you’ll also need to arrange your own collection from Sutton Weaver at the end of the cruise.
For details and to book click here: https://thedanny.digitickets.co.uk/event/27378372
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*NEW CRUISE*
Thursday 15th October. Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge → Anderton Boat Lift. 12:00 -16:00. Coach included £55pp
Sit back, relax, and enjoy a truly memorable four-hour cruise along the beautiful Weaver Navigation. This popular journey offers a wonderful mix of historic landmarks, tranquil riverside scenery, and fascinating waterways heritage, making it an ideal afternoon out for both enthusiasts and first-time visitors alike.
*Easy transport* As there is no public parking at Sutton Weaver, we provide a convenient Park & Ride coach service from Anderton Boat Lift car park (CW9 6FW). The coach departs at 11:15, transporting you directly to the Danny at Sutton Weaver for the 12:00 departure, and ensuring your car is waiting for you at Anderton at the end of the cruise — easy and hassle-free.
⚠️ Access note At Anderton Boat Lift, access to and from the Danny berth is via a steep path to or from the visitor centre and upper-level car park. This may be challenging for passengers with mobility difficulties.
To book and for information please click on the link: https://thedanny.digitickets.co.uk/event/29635786
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*NEW CRUISE*
Saturday 17th October Anderton Boat Lift – Anderton Boat Lift via Acton Bridge. 3 ½ Hours with live music. Details to follow shortly.
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*NEW CRUISE*
Sunday 18th October. Our end of season Finale cruise.
Anderton Boat Lift → Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge 12:00-16:00. £55pp Coach included.
Join us on our final cruise of the season.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy a truly memorable four-hour cruise along the beautiful Weaver Navigation. This popular journey offers a wonderful mix of historic landmarks, tranquil riverside scenery, and fascinating waterways heritage, making it an ideal afternoon out for both enthusiasts and first-time visitors alike.
⚠️ Access note At Anderton Boat Lift, access to and from the Danny berth is via a steep path to or from the visitor centre and upper-level car park. This may be challenging for passengers with mobility difficulties.
*Easy transport*
Please park at Anderton Boat Lift (CW9 6FW) in good time for the 12:00 departure. Parking charges apply. At the conclusion of the cruise, a coach will be waiting at Sutton Weaver to return passengers to their vehicles at the Anderton Boat Lift.
To book and for information please click on the link: https://thedanny.digitickets.co.uk/event/29635796
