Highlights
Take in the sights of Birmingham’s 18th century canal system; available on weekends with four departure times available
About This Deal
The Deal
An atmospheric tour round Brum’s industrial heartland will provide an insight into the life of an 18th century canal-bound merchant. The weekend journey takes in the stately ICC, the Icknield and Oozells Street loops, and the Gas Street basin. Guided commentary will bring to life the 100-mile waterways, which helped kickstart commercial industry in the Midlands over 200 years ago.
Choose from the following options for a 60-minute canal boat cruise:
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£4 for one child (33% off)
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£5 for one adult (38% off)
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£14 for family of two adults and up to three children (50% off)
The Merchant
Birmingham’s Sherborne Wharf Narrowboats caters to all manner of buoyant pursuits on Birmingham’s canals. Trips are held on narrow boats and a waterbus, touring the city and providing insight into its industrial heritage. Sunday lunch buffets are held weekly, and skippered jaunts are arranged on a 25ft trip boat. A floating coffee boat is moored at Brindley Place. Corporate and school trips and parties are regularly held, as well as seasonally-themed expeditions. An array of mooring services is also available.
Fine Print
Purchase: Limit 1 per 1, 2 or 4 people. Max 6 people per group. May buy 1 additional as a gift.
Booking: Required by phone 48 hours in advance 01214556163. 24-hour cancellation policy.
Restrictions: Valid for departures Sat-Sun and 16-20 Feb 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm and 4pm. Please arrive 15 min before departure. Under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult. Child classified as aged 0 to 15. Under 1s go for free. Valid on option purchased only.
Original values: Verified using our merchant's website on 10 Feb 2015.