How long does the lift and river trip last?
About 40 minutes for each trip. When you buy a Lift trip or River trip ticket this includes the grounds, Weight Maze, play area and exhibition that could last for approx. 1 hour. A lot of our visitors like to make a day of it and bring all the family!
You are not limited to the length of time you spend at Anderton boatlift we have plenty for you to learn see and do so why not make a day of it.

Are the River and Lift Trips combined?
No, but you can combine both if you wish. the River trip is 40% less of the cost of the Lift trip. If you wish to know the prices, these are available on the prices and calendar on the Visitor page.

Are you disabled friendly?
Yes we fill all disabled persons needs. We have an accessible lift that will take you from the top level to the bottom floor of the Centre, where the Exhibition is. There are also disabled toilets on the upper level and the lower level of the operations centre and also on our trip boat. We also have an accessible lift that will take you on and off our trip boat. We can provide Tactile maps for the blind or partially sighted, the maps can be requested from the welcome desk.

Are dogs allowed?
Sorry, the Anderton Boat Lift has a NO DOGS policy, the only exception being Guide Dogs.

Can I Book tickets to go through the lift and/or along the River?
We only take bookings for 12 people or more. So why not get together a group of 12 or more and receive our group rate, if you wish for more information on our group bookings or would like to provisionally book a group of 12 or more please call the Anderton boatlift on 01606 786777.

I’m coming a long way can I book tickets to go on your trip boat?
Click to see details of our Fast Track ticket Line.

Do you have a café where I can get lunch?
We have a café where you can buy arrange of freshly made sandwiches snacks a variety of soups and hot and cold drinks. There is also our gift shop that also sells ice creams and confectionery.

What is it, is it a lock or a lift.?
The Anderton Boatlift is a 60ft high hydraulic lift system, which transports narrow boats, working boats, and trip boats from the Trent and Mersey canal to the River Weaver, and from the River weaver to the Trent and Mersey Canal. The Anderton boatlift was built in 1875 the gentleman that designed the lift was called Edwin Clarke. If you would like more information about Anderton boatlift why not come along to Anderton and experience the Anderton Boat Lift. We have more Technical Information about the Lift here.