Location: Bolton
Top Things to do in Bolton
Things to do in Bolton, England: The Best Concerts & Shows
Bolton (/ˈbɒltən/ ( listen) or locally [ˈbɜʏtn̩]) is a town in Greater Manchester in North West England. A former mill town, Bolton has been a production centre for textiles since Flemish weavers settled in the area in the 14th century, introducing a wool and cotton-weaving tradition. The urbanisation and development of the town largely coincided with the introduction of textile manufacture during the Industrial Revolution. Bolton was a 19th-century boomtown, and at its zenith in 1929 its 216 cotton mills and 26 bleaching and dyeing works made it one of the largest and most productive centres of cotton spinning in the world. The British cotton industry declined sharply after the First World War, and by the 1980s cotton manufacture had virtually ceased in Bolton.
Restaurants in Bolton
1. Cider 'ouse Jam Nite
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Cider 'ouse Jam Nite is a fun and eclectic jam session/open mic that takes place at Ye Olde Man and Scythe pub in Bolton town centre every FIRST and THIRD Wednesday of the month. We welcome musicians and singers of all abilities and styles to come and perform a spot of their own or join in jamming. It's always a fun night with lots of banter and no egos.
2. Farnworth Little Theatre
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Established in 1948, Farnworth Little Theatre is an amateur theatre group situated just outside Bolton. Our first full length play 'Night Must Fall', was presented in 1949, and since then we have offered a continuous programme of up to five full length productions a year. We are totally self-supporting, financing the running and upkeep of the theatre through box office takings, membership fees, charitable donations and regular fund-raising events. The theatre is run by volunteers and therefore offers many opportunities for people of all ages to get involved in a range of activities, from acting to wardrobe, lighting and sound to publicity and set-building.
Reviewed By Honestguests - Lancashire, United Kingdom
After living in the area and never visiting, we recently booked a couple of plays - Dick Barton - brilliant and funny and Albert Nobbs - very funny and very moving - the audience was in tears both ways. I wish we had visited much sooner. An intimate theatre with a bar, or tea and coffee and biscuits in the interval, very cute! The only thing I would say is take something warm to wear. Highly recommended for young and more mature visitors.
3. Octagon Theatre
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4.5 based on 305 reviews
Reviewed By JulesVinn - Bolton, United Kingdom
Recently saw 'Beryl' , staged by the Octagon in their temporary home at Bolton Library. It was absolutely awesome, everyone of the 4 cast worked very hard and it paid off. Probably one of the best productions I have ever seen, poignant, funny and the fact it was based on a true story made it all the better.
4. Bolton Albert Halls
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3.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By cutiepie19
Went to watch Aladdin on Thursday morning with hundreds of other teachers and children. It was fantastic! Everyone of the actors put on an amazing show and the children loved it. The atmosphere was fabulous. The costumes, fireworks and special effects didn't disappoint. Well done to the team, all of you.
5. Bolton Little Theatre
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
