Hands-on Heritage

Sun 23 Aug · 10:00

National Waterways Museum

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About This Event

A hands-on heritage workshop is being held at the National Waterways Museum. Participants can try traditional skills used by canal workers, such as rope making and rag rugging. The event also includes lock operation.

Visitors can try traditional canal worker skills including rope making, rag rugging and lock operation. The museum also features exhibitions and a boat-themed playground.

Activities are included with a museum day ticket or annual pass, with the exception of boat trips. A café is available on site.

Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.

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Frequently asked questions

Hands-on Heritage takes place on Sunday, 23 August 2026 at 10:00.

Hands-on Heritage is held at National Waterways Museum in Chester (National Waterways Museum, South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4FW).

Tickets for Hands-on Heritage can be booked via canalrivertrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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Hands-on Heritage

📅 Sunday, 23 August 2026🕖 10:00📍 National Waterways Museum

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Visitors can try traditional canal worker skills including rope making, rag rugging and lock operation. The museum also features exhibitions and a boat-themed playground.

Activities are included with a museum day ticket or annual pass, with the exception of boat trips. A café is available on site.

Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.

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National Waterways Museum

National Waterways Museum, South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4FW

Westminster, Chester

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❓ Frequently asked questions

When is Hands-on Heritage?

Hands-on Heritage takes place on Sunday, 23 August 2026 at 10:00.

Where is Hands-on Heritage taking place?

Hands-on Heritage is held at National Waterways Museum in Chester (National Waterways Museum, South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4FW).

How do I get tickets for Hands-on Heritage?

Tickets for Hands-on Heritage can be booked via canalrivertrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.