LOOKING for something new to do this spring? Here's our recommendation: a twilight cruise along Manchester and Salford's waterways, enjoying great food and drink, and taking in some of the cities' most iconic sights from a perspective you've not seen before.
Make a group booking and they'll give every guest a free glass of fizz on the house.
City Centre Cruises has a calendar of scheduled trips from Castlefield which make a fantastic afternoon or evening out. And they offer their canal barges for private hire – perfect if you've got a big occasion to celebrate. Check out their free drinks reception offer below.
Dinner or afternoon tea cruises
For a date night with a difference, why not book a table onboard one of these scheduled cruises? Choose from a Friday evening dinner cruise, an afternoon tea cruise or a Sunday lunch cruise – all with a fully licensed bar, and a live commentary from the captain. Add to that the stunning vistas of sights such as The Lowry, The Imperial Museum – North, and MediaCityUK and you can see what makes it special. This moving, floating restaurant has some of the best views in the city.
See the calendar and book – they're filling up fast.
Cruises for Manchester United supporters
Don't want to battle with the match day traffic? Travel to Old Trafford by boat with one of City Centre Cruises' Match Day trips. They let you sit back with a pint instead of struggling to find a parking space and you're dropped off right outside the stadium. Then you can celebrate (or commiserate) with a few more drinks on the way back to Castlefield. They also offer MUFC Museum & Stadium Tour cruises.
Private Hire Cruises – with a free drinks reception
Got a big event on the horizon? Make your celebration stand out by holding it on one of the barges. The boats can accommodate 50 guests and it costs just £500 for a three-hour cruise – just £10 per head. You can book food if you like – options include hot or cold buffets or three course meals – all cooked fresh by their full-time chefs.
Or just have drinks – the bar is open on every booking. DJs, cakes, decorations, and karaoke are also available – just tell them what you want and they'll help make it happen. It's a popular option for hen-dos, birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events.
And City Centre Cruises have a great deal for Manchester Confidential readers. Make a group booking and they'll give every guest a free glass of fizz on the house – so you can start your cruise in style.
