Santa cruises into Retford

SANTA started his rounds extra early this year when he arrived in Retford by Seth Ellis, one of the Chesterfield Canal Trust's trip boats.

There to greet him were some of his elves and some VIPs and their children, pictured, all setting  up the canal for a cruise, returning happily with presents and replete with Xmas fare.

Four boats

There will be trips from five different venues on four different boats. The first trips sail on 21st November and they run right through to Christmas Eve. Every child gets a present; every adult gets a drink and a mince pie. The cost is only £6 per person, but booking is essential.

To cruise on Seth Ellis from Retford, like Santa, ring 07925 851569. To book for a cruise on Hugh Henshall from either Worksop or Shireoaks, ring 0114 360 0460.

Tapton Lock

The John Varley will be doing Santa Special trips from Tapton Lock and Hollingwood Hub in Chesterfield. To book, ring 01629 533020.

Madeline will be running a variety of Christmas trips from Hollingwood Hub in Chesterfield.  Ring 01629 533020 to book these Madeline trips.