Santa Claus will be jumping on board two of Chesterfield Canal’s most legendary vessels this Christmas season, from Saturday 28th November to 23rd December.
What to expect
Treating children and adults alike to a festive cruise to remember, the Santa Special Cruises will welcome Santa Claus on board both the John Varley II and Madeline canal boats. The boats will be adorned with Christmas decorations, taking a 30 minute trip down the Chesterfield Canal.
In addition to meeting the jolly man himself, all children will receive a special gift and sweets, with adults enjoying a seasonal drink and mince pie.
How to attend
The Santa Special Cruises run from either Tapton Lock or Hollingwood Hub, at various times across the month.
Tickets cost £10 per person, or are free for children under one year old. Tickets can be purchased online at Santa Special Cruises – Chesterfield Canal Trust.
John Varley II from Tapton Lock
Santa Special Cruises will be running on the John Varley II canal boat from Tapton Lock in Chesterfield on Saturdays and Sundays from 28th November to 20th December, plus Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd December, at various times throughout the day from 10:00am.
All leave from Tapton Lock, Lockoford Lane, S41 7JB.
Madeline from Hollingwood Hub
Santa Special Cruises will be running on the Madeline canal boat from Hollingwood Hub on Saturdays and Sundays from 5th to 20th December, at various times throughout the day from 10:00am.
All leave from Hollingwood Hub, Works Road, S43 2PF.
