Victorian fun for boaters.
THE Ellesmere Port Boat Museum is taking a trip back in time this Easter with a weekend full of Victorian entertainment.The museum aims to recreate scenes from everyday Victorian life.
Traditional working narrow boats will be moored at the museum all weekend and owners will be on hand to share their experiences .
Mike Turpin of the Boat Museum Society is encouraging visitors to see the historic tunnel tug Worcester, after its restoration funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the society.
All weekend there will be the Boatman's Games Shield, children's workshops,and Easter crafts.
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| Publication: | Daily Post (Liverpool, England) |
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| Date: | Apr 9, 2003 |
| Words: | 96 |
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