Events and cruises

Gloucester Waterways Museum offers a rich selection of events and activities alongside its brilliant programme of scheduled cruises.

You'll find information about family activities in the school holidays, talks for enthusiasts, craft demonstrations, seasonal cruise specials and more.

Information is updated throughout the year so come back soon.

HALF TERM FUN FOR KIDS!

Friday 10 February - Sunday 19 February 2012
A series of activities in the Gloucester Waterways Museum to keep the younger members of the family amused, entertained - and informed.
See individual listings, or call 01452 318200/318201 for information

PAINTING ROSES AND CASTLES

Saturday 11 February - Sunday 12 February 2012
Well-known canal artist Tony Watkin demonstrates the traditional narrow boat form of painting.
Daily, Saturday and Sunday in the Museum
Further Information: 01453 318200/318201

MAKE A POSY FOR VALENTINES DAY

Saturday 11 February - Tuesday 14 February 2012
HOW TO DO IT!
Make a posy of tissue paper to display in your own traditional canal water can, decorated with roses for your Valentine gift for someone special.
Craft activity for younger folks, daily in the Museum.
Call 01452 318200 for details

WALK WITH HAWKS

Tuesday 14 February 2012
Live birds of prey in the Museum. Owls and hawks. Come and see, and learn all about them. Suitable for all ages!
Time: 11.00am and 3.00pm
Further information: 01452 318200/318201

CHILDREN'S STORY TELLING

Wednesday 15 February 2012
For younger visitors, the story of canals in sand!
In the Museum
Time: 1.00pm
Further information: 01452 318200/ 318201

PETS AT THE MUSEUM - WITH A DIFFERENCE!

Thursday 16 February 2012
Get up close to some lovely animals - of all types!
Bunnies (including a Whopper!), ferrets, plus big and small snakes (if you're brave!)
In the Museum, at 11.00am and 3.00pm
Further information: 01452 318200/318201

WILD OVER WATERWAYS (CRAFTS)

Friday 17 February - Sunday 19 February 2012
We're all 'wild over waterways' at the Gloucester Waterways Museum.
This is a Waterways Trust initiative to get young people interested in the country's rivers and canals. use paper and card to make models of many of the inhabitants of the waterways - butterflies, birds, and - of course - boats.
All day, each day 17th to 19th.
Call the Museum on 01452 318200/318201 for more information

SHARPNESS DOCKS, PAST AND PRESENT (TALK)

Tuesday 28 February 2012
Gloucestershire’s only remaining working port, a fascinating history as told by local historian Dr Ray Wilson. The talk starts with the origins and construction of the docks, looks at the vessels and their cargoes and the buildings of the docks, and the social history of the area.

Organised by The Friends of Gloucester Waterways Museum.

Venue: Coots Conference Suite, Llanthony Warehouse,
The Docks, Gloucester.Adajcent to the Museum.
Time: 7.30pm
Talks are free and include light refreshments at the end of the evening.

GLOUCESTER & SHARPNESS CANAL FROM ABOVE (TALK)

Tuesday 27 March 2012
Richard Kelsey presents a pictorial look at Gloucestershire canals with high quality photography from the ground and the air of the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal.

Organised by The Friends of Gloucester Waterways Museum.

Venue: Coots Conference Suite, Llanthony Warehouse,
The Docks, Gloucester.Adajcent to the Museum.
Time: 7.30pm
Talks are free and include light refreshments at the end of the evening.

WATERWAYS FESTIVAL & BOAT JUMBLE

Sunday 1 April 2012
Gloucester Docks - organised by the Friends of Gloucester Waterways Museum
New and used bargains for boating, watersports and the outdoors. Live music, Crafts
Public admission: £3.50, accompanied chidlren (under 14)Free. 10.00am - 3.00pm
Free Entry to the Museum - Guided tours by appointment
TRADE BOOKING ENQUIRIES - 07976 383971

SCHEDULED CRUISES COMMENCE!!

Saturday 7 April - Monday 24 December 2012
Cruise the River Severn and the Gloucester-Sharpness canal aboard the King Arthur. Starts with the Easter Tea Cruise on 8 and 9 April. Lunches, carvery, sunset suppers, disco and jazz: there's something for everyone.
Information: 01452 318200