Sail with Santa, Portland Basin

Enjoy a boat trip with Santa at Portland Basin for Christmas 2024. 

The Sail with Santa trips from Portland Basin is back for 2024. 

Here is what you need to know. 

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What to expect from the Sail With Santa at Portland Basin

Start this magical adventure as you join Santa onboard the Community Spirit 2 canal boat. 

Sailing along the canals of Tameside there will be songs, stories, and presents with Santa!

Each ticket includes a snack for the children and a mince pie or cake and hot drink for the adults. 

How long does The Portland Basin Sail With Santa Trip Take? 

The Sail with Santa boat trip will be a 35-minute round trip. 

When Can You Sail With Santa at Portland Basin? 

The Sail with Santa trips are running on: 

• Saturday 30th November 2024 
• Sunday 1st December 2024
• Wednesday 4th December 2024 
• Saturday 7th December 2024 
• Wednesday 11th December 2024 
• Saturday 14th December 2024 
• Wednesday 18th December 2024 
• Friday 20th December 2024 
• Saturday 21st December 2024 

The boat will set sail at the below times:

• 10.00 am
• 10.50 am 
• 11.40 am 
• 12.30 pm
• 1.50 pm
•  2.40pm. 

How Much are The Sail With Santa Portland Basin Tickets

Tickets to Sail With Santa cost £11.00 plus a £1.00 booking fee and must be booked online. See the link below. 

Spaces are limited to 11 people per trip, and due to numbers being strictly limited by the boat’s insurance, all passengers (including babes in arms) must purchase a ticket to be allowed on board.

All tickets cost £10, regardless of age. Children must be accompanied by an adult on the Sail With Santa trips. The boat is fully accessible for both self-propelling and electric wheelchair users.