22nd November - 23rd December 2025
Cruise With Father Christmas
Child £13.00 Adult 15+ £14.00
Where Christmas magic meets the Manchester waterways.
LocationManchester River Cruises
Typical Visit Time1-2 Hours
Suitable For2 - 10 years & All Group Sizes
Typical Visit Time1-2 Hours
LocationManchester River Cruises
Suitable For2 - 10 years & All Group Sizes
What to Expect...
Set sail this Christmas on Manchester River Cruises’ Santa Cruise. Enjoy festive music, twinkling lights, and a magical visit from Santa as you glide through Salford Quays. Each child receives a special gift and memories to treasure forever. Book now and make this Christmas truly unforgettable for the whole family.
🛳️ What’s Included:
- A one-hour cruise on the Manchester Ship Canal departing from Salford Quays
- A festive meet-and-greet with Father Christmas in his floating grotto
- A gift for every child from Santa himself
- Cookie and juice for children
- Mince pie and mulled wine for grown-ups (because adults deserve a treat too!)
- Fun and festive entertainment led by Chief Elf Tilly and the North Pole crew
🎁 Perfect for children aged 2–10 years, but we won’t tell if the big kids join in too!
👪 Adult participation is encouraged
Event Highlights
Santa Cruises – A Magical Christmas Experience on the Water
Step aboard for a festive family adventure with Manchester River Cruises. Sail through Salford Quays surrounded by twinkling lights, meet Santa on board, and enjoy a magical atmosphere filled with Christmas cheer, music, and memories to treasure.
Opening Times
10:00 - 18:00
Location Details
Full Address:
Pier 8, Salford Quays Manchester, M6 8QA
Get DirectionsThe closest tram stops are at Media City and the Imperial War Museum North. There is paid public parking at the Quayside Shopping Centre and regular buses stopping by the Lowry Theatre.
