FAQs
Private hire cruises
These cruises are available throughout the whole year
A deposit is required to secure a date and time
Scheduled cruises
For individuals, couples, or small groups
Sunday Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner Cruises etc
FAQs
Location
Where do we get on the boat?
Where can I park?
Cruises
Where do the cruises go?
What are 'scheduled' cruises?
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Individual table bookings can be made for all scheduled cruises -
Available on selected dates - please visit our Calendar page -
Fully licensed bars - open on all trips -
Tea and coffee available -
Gift vouchers available for Sunday lunch and afternoon tea cruises -
Captain's live commentary on selected trips -
MUFC - drop off right outside the stadium for all matchday travel and official Manchester United Museum, Stadium Tour Cruise bookings
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Sunday lunch cruises -
Sunday afternoon tea -
Sunday dinner cruise -
MUFC stadium and museum cruise -
MUFC match day tour -
Historical cruises
Does the boat stop on your cruises?
Is there a commentary?
Do you do stag parties?
We do not provide cruises for stag parties.
Price & times
How much is a cruise?
Please visit our Cruises page.
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From £550.00 -
For larger group bookings where you will have an event exclusively on one of our boats. -
Ideal for corporate events, family parties, coach tours etc. -
Private cruises require a minimum of 25 people - maximum 50
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From £18.00 per person. -
For individuals, couples and small family groups: -
Sunday lunch, afternoon tea, MUFC museum & stadium Tours, historical tours*
What time do you finish?
How much is it for a barge trip to a MUFC game?
Cost of return journey to Old Trafford is £15.00 per person
How much is it for karaoke?
We can arrange one of our regular providers at a cost of £170.00
Food
Can we bring our own food?
Can you cater for special diets such as gluten-free?
Our chefs can certainly provide for special dietary requirements such as diabetic, coeliac, halal and vegetarian. These must be pre-ordered when booking.
Drinks
Can we bring our own drinks?
Can you provide a reception drink for my guests?
Are drinks included in the price?
Bar drinks are not included in the price. Available onboard is our licensed bar which will be open upon boarding. As well as lagers, ales, spirits and soft drinks, we have a selection of wines and fizz available.
Facilities
Are your boats heated?
Yes. All of our boats have full central heating with radiators throughout the cabins.
Do the boats have toilets?
Yes. We have 2 single toilets on-board our boats, 1 Female and 1 Male.
Are your boats suitable for wheelchairs?
There are 4 steps up and then 4 steps down into the main cabin.
Our friendly and experienced crew will always be available to assist.
Sorry, but wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
Is there a microphone available?
Entertainment
Can I provide my own DJ or entertainment?
How much is it for a DJ and Karaoke?
We can arrange one of our regular providers at a cost of £170.00
Decorations
We would like decorations put up for our party - can this be done?
We can order decorations for your cruise and have them on board ready for your arrival.
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Three bunches of helium balloons (colour chosen by you) and banners for the special occasion: £35.00 -
A personalised foil balloon showing an age or occasion is an additional £7.50
Access
Are your boats suitable for wheelchairs?
There are 4 steps up and then 4 steps down into the main cabin.
Our friendly and experienced crew will always be available to assist.
Sorry, but wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
Is there disabled access to the boats?
Our friendly and experienced crew will always be available to assist.
Sorry, but wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
Payment & booking
How do I book a private hire cruise?
How do I book a barge trip to a MUFC game?
How do we book a small group for a Sunday lunch cruise?
Then call our office to book and make payment on 0161 902 0222
Or go to our contact page.
Contact
How do I make an enquiry about booking a cruise?
Please go to our contact page and complete the enquiry form with as much detail as possible.
What is your email address?
boat@citycentrecruises.co.uk
What is your office postal address?
Registered office:
City Centre Cruises Limited
14 Falterley Road
Manchester
M23 9BR
Phone - 0161 902 0222
Fax - 0161 902 0022
Email - boat@citycentrecruises.co.uk
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS OUR OFFICE AND IS NOT WHERE THE BOATS ARE LOCATED.
Go to our Find us page for canal departure location in Castlefield.
MUFC
How do I book a barge trip to a MUFC game?
What is the cost of your boat trips to MUFC games?
How do I book a cruise to a MUFC Museum & Stadium tour?