We provide the ultimate alternative for Match day travel to Old Trafford. Make your way to the stadium for all Manchester United home games without the hassle of traffic and parking. The boat takes you from Ralli Quay, opposite Spinningfields to within a short walk of Old Trafford. The journey takes just half an hour, enough time to relax with a cold beer or two from our fully stocked bar before you get to the game.
Departure time is 1 hour before kick off from the other side of the river to Spinningfields. We’re close to the train stations (Salford Central, Manchester Piccadilly) so you can leave your car at home and relax.
At the end of the match the vessel leaves from Trafford Wharf 20 minutes after the final whistle. The boat will leave promptly to make sure we arrive back to make your onward journey.
For booking we run two vessels depending on the fixture -
Select vessel either Isabella or Princess Katherine
No. of tickets required
Select date and continue.
If no tickets are available for selected vessel there may be for the other one.
Amenities
Old Trafford
Bar on Board
Groups allowed
Pets allowed
Toilets
Return travel
Operate for Manchester United home games
Away fans welcome (please no away colours) and please respect that the boat will be 90% MUFC fans
Fully stocked bar
Inside and outside seating
Seating is not allocated and is done on a first come first served basis and you may be required to seat on the outside of the vessel so please dress appropriately.
MUFC Home Games
17th August
30th August TBC
12th October Rugby Super League Final
11th October
Departure
1 Hr before kick off
Return
20 Minutes after the final whistle
Accessibility
The Princess Katherine & Isabella do not have disabled access. There is one step up and four steps down in order to board the Princess Katherine. There are a series of steps down to the boarding point at Stephenson's Bridge.
When leaving and returning to the vessel to/from the ground at Trafford Wharf please ensure you follow the signed directions provided. Access via the tram stop is restricted, passengers not adhering to this are now being monitored by Metrolink.
Facilities
The Princess Katherine & Isabella are fully heated, equipped with an onboard licenced bar and two toilets.
Seating
The Princess Katherine has booth seating for six to a table plus outside seating.
Isabella has tables and bank seating plus an outdoor area.
Seating is not allocated.
Cancellation
You will receive a full refund if cancelled 24 hours in advance of your trip.
Need help?
If you need help with bookings you can either call or email us. You may find the information you need on our Help Page.
A family built business with a heritage of working the waterways of Manchester stretching back over a hundred years, our local knowledge will help you make the most of any tour.
