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Museums · North Wales

National Waterways Museum

National Waterways Museum — a museum in wales-north, United Kingdom.

Ellesmere Port, National Waterways Museum, Donated mile post - geograph.org.uk - 7766850

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round

About

National Waterways Museum is a museum in wales-north, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.

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Place summary

The National Waterways Museum is located in North Wales. This museum focuses on the history and significance of Britain's waterways, showcasing various exhibits related to the canal system.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
53.2880, -2.8920
Address
Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, England
Official site
www.nwm.org.uk

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Frequently asked questions

Where is National Waterways Museum?
National Waterways Museum is in North Wales, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 53.2880°, -2.8920°.
Who owns National Waterways Museum?
National Waterways Museum is owned by The Canal & River Trust.