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Bring the family here to see this incredible engineering feat. Take a boat trip through the 3.25 miles long canal tunnel built in 1811. With a visitor centre and both indoor and outdoor play areas there is lots for the whole family. With a exhibition telling the story of the building of the tunnel and its restoration.

Somewhere To Eat?

The Watersedge Cafe has a range of freshly made sandwiches, ploughmans, lunches, soups and jacket potatoes as well as a great selection of cakes.

Are There Toilets?

Toilets are situated throughout the centre.

Where Shall I Park?

There is free parking available at Marsden Train station, a 15 minute walk from the attraction.

Features

  • Outdoor
  • Indoor

Category

Landmarks

Landmarks

Suitable For

toddler

toddler

3-5

3-5

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Opening Times

Mon - Fri 09:30 - 16:30 Sat - Sun 09:30 - 17:30

Price Information

Please check the attraction website for pricing information

Facilities

ToiletsCafé

How To Get There

Directions

The centre is located just north of the Peak District, in Marsden

Static google map of Standedge Tunnel & Visitor Centre

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