Come and enjoy a fabulous day at Portland Basin,

Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire

The Day’s Itinerary

Visit the Portland Basin Museum - housed within the restored nineteenth century Ashton Canal Warehouse the museum combines a lively modern interior with a peaceful canal side setting.

Portland Basin Museum is an exciting family friendly museum, with something for all the family!

Step back in time on the 1920s street, as the sights and sounds of bygone years are brought to life. Take a look into the kitchen and parlour to find out how we used to live. You can rediscover what we did before television and computer games, how much a “special” cost in a 1920s Chip Shop and what it was like to work in the local mills and mines.

In addition throughout the year there are various visiting exhibitions to enjoy.

Enjoy a traditional 2 course lunch at the fabulous edit@portland basin restaurant where all special dietary needs can be catered for. Your meal will be complete with tea or coffee but if you fancy something stronger a licensed bar is available.

Lunch will be followed by a canal boat trip along the Peak Forest Canal. The Canal extends for 23 km (14 1/2 miles) from Portland Basin to Buxworth, passing through Dukinfield, Hyde, Woodley and Marple, with a short branch at its end to Whalley Bridge and some spectacular features on route.

On your return you will be served a traditional afternoon tea in our cobbled courtyard (weather permitting).

Cost is £ 9.95 per person.

Discounts apply on party bookings