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The National Waterways Museum at Ellesmere Port is Britain's largest inland waterways museum, located at the junction of the Manchester Ship Canal and Shropshire Union Canal. The museum features an extensive collection of historic narrowboats, interactive exhibits, and original Victorian port buildings. The venue offers unique event spaces including the Powerhouse building and outdoor areas alongside the historic docks. With its authentic industrial heritage setting and fascinating maritime collections, it provides a distinctive backdrop for corporate events, educational visits, and special celebrations. The museum's facilities include meeting rooms, café areas, and extensive grounds suitable for various group activities.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powerhouse Event Space | 80 | — | 30 | 60 | 40 | — | — |
| Learning Room | 40 | — | 16 | 30 | 20 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Room hire rates available on application. Educational group rates available. Corporate event packages include catering options.
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South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, CH65 4FW, United Kingdom
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National Waterways Museum is a verified museum in Ellesmere Port, hosting up to 150 guests, with day delegate rates from £570. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Accessibility. Verified on-site: wi-fi, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, fully accessible events.
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Up to 150 guests theatre style, 80 guests cabaret style, 60 guests boardroom style
Full AV equipment including projector, screen, sound system, microphones and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
In-house catering available with options from light refreshments to full three-course meals
Free on-site parking available for up to 200 vehicles
The National Waterways Museum at Ellesmere Port is Britain's largest inland waterways museum, located at the junction of the Manchester Ship Canal and Shropshire Union Canal. The museum features an extensive collection of historic narrowboats, interactive exhibits, and original Victorian port buildings. The venue offers unique event spaces including the Powerhouse building and outdoor areas alongside the historic docks. With its authentic industrial heritage setting and fascinating maritime collections, it provides a distinctive backdrop for corporate events, educational visits, and special celebrations. The museum's facilities include meeting rooms, café areas, and extensive grounds suitable for various group activities.
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