Skippered Boat Trips on the Chesterfield Canal

Guide To Chesterfield Canal Trust -John Varley

Chesterfield Canal Trust -John Varley The John Varley II runs trips from Tapton Lock, on the Tesco roundabout in Chesterfield.

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Chesterfield Canal Trust -John Varley Information


Lockoford Ln, Chesterfield S41 7JB

Phone

01246 477569

Email

01246 477569

Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

NOTE: Venues often have seasonal opening hours or can be subject to change and kitchen hours are often shorter, so it's always wise to check with the venue before visiting.

Chesterfield Canal Trust -John Varley Reviews

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Review from Google Places

4 November 2025

First time visiting since re-opening and was really impressed. Reasonably priced hot drinks, soft drinks, snacks and sandwiches/hot food. Lovely and knowledgeable staff, lots of information about the Chesterfield Canal, local walks and boat trips available.

My Mum and I had afternoon tea here too (new venture for them) and it was fantastic. Vegan and vegetarian options were appreciated.

Roan Knowles

Review from Google Places

29 April 2025

Nice route along the towpath for a stroll towards the railway station. Shame there is so much litter at the back of the premises of businesses along the route which can’t be good for the wildlife. They should be made to clean it up.

Tony Smith

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19 October 2024

Tapton lock was closed which is a shame don’t know if it’s permanent or not this was good place for a drink and a break

Derek Rollings

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12 September 2024

Pick the right time of day and it’s lovely and peaceful

Andy white

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8 September 2024

A fantastic last minute trip to Tapton Lock. Perfect family day out, as it was the 2024 festival also. So we enjoyed arts and crafts, a boat trip and kayaking too. Thank you to all who made today possible.

helco Stone