Services

The Trading Post is pleased to offer the following services to those using the Macclesfield Canal for either boating, biking or walking.

If you are either in the area or just passing Kevin and Brian will be very pleased to see you and will always provide you with both courteous and efficient service whilst at the same time some friendly chat or advice if required.

Summer (Apr-Sep):

Winter (Oct-Mar):

Opening Hours

7 days a week - 0900hrs to 1800hrs

Sun-Tues:- 1000hrs to 1600hrs

Wed:- CLOSED ALL DAY

Thur-Sat:- 1000hrs to 1600hrs

Available Services

For Boaters


A fully stocked Chandlery, Diesel, Lubricants, Pump-Out, Coal and Calor Gas.

For Hire

A Day Boat for you to enjoy the Beautiful Macclesfield Canal.

Refreshments for all

If you are passing call in for a cuppa and a chat and if you are hungry one of our hot or cold snacks.

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Nearby BW Services

Next to the Trading Post boaters will find a water point and refuse area, as well as a large amount of free mooring in the wide south of bridge 15.

Local Information

As well as the knowledge of both Kevin and Brian, you can call in at the Nelson Pit Visitor Centre where they will be pleased to advice you as to what is available in the local area.

Local Services

Waste and Recycling Site - Is situated on Anson Rd, about 10 minutes walk from the Trading Post, and very handy for disposing of waste oil and bulk rubbish.

Car Parking - There is a large free car parking area near the Trading Post, which is used by all those people visiting the canal or the Nelson Pit Visitor Centre.

Public Toilets - These are situated by the Nelson Pit Visitor Centre and are available when ever the centre is open.

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