Location: Bolton
Top Things to do in Bolton
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Bolton, England
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. Bolton Steam Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By 509christine - Darwen, United Kingdom
Went here in the Summer on one of the open days. Absolutely fabulous if you like steam engines. Took our teens who were very interested in the workings. Loads to see and some super little model engines too. If you have youngsters- get the quis sheets which made it all very interesting as they had to find the answers in the museum. Staff were super - plenty of time to talk and explain. Loved it
2. The Brewery Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
The Brewery Bar is the first of the Blackedge Brewing Company’s tap bars serving up 7 Cask Ales, 10 Craft Beers plus 7 Craft Ciders & fantastic range of Artisan Spirits, Wines & Soft Drinks. Locally produced butchers pork pies & a range of stunning snacks to make your afternoon a real treat. The bar is kitted out in a rustic industrial style & based directly above the Multi-award Winning Blackedge Brewery. A CAMRA Pub of The Year Winner in 2019 the bar is a superb place to enjoy good beer & good cheer. There is a cosy beer garden to the rear & during the warmer Months a pop up beer garden known as the ‘Yard Of Ale’ adds extended outside seating to the rear whilst German festival tables & benches fill the front of the Brewery. The entrance area has viewing windows so the Brewery can be seen in all its glory plus a wall filled with the Awards the Brewery has received over the years.
Reviewed By Stuart49866 - Bolton, United Kingdom
Staff are all attentive, welcoming and friendly, Prices are all very good, Great atmosphere, Very nice area.
3. Bolton Methodist Mission
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By Bartonsunited - Preston, United Kingdom
I took a tour of Victoria Hall in the centre of Bolton, together with other U3A members from Preston. Although the entrance was not particularly striking, the building was huge inside. Our excellent guide, Barry, took us on a two hour guided tour, exploring the various rooms, including the church which was built in the style of a music hall, the projector room and the museum. We were particularly fascinated by the Victorian cloakroom. Barry gave us an interesting history of the building and kept us all enthralled with his amusing tales. Thoroughly recommended.
4. Crack It Bolton
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 145 reviews
A New Breed of Gaming Experience! 3 Zones - 12 Rooms Each - 60 Minutes #crackitbolton Can You Crack It? Available for Birthdays, Stags, Hen do, Corporate & Large Groups up to 70.
Reviewed By jacquelineelse - Bolton, United Kingdom
Great staff who encouraged us to really use our grey matter. The rooms had great variety and easy location and plenty parking, can’t wait to try other 2 rooms, we did boot camp what fun we had
5. Real Axe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Both social and competitive axe throwing, a cool bar area (for AFTER the axe throwing) and a smokehouse restaurant - One of the fastest growing day/nights out in America is now available in Bolton - Indoor Urban Axe Throwing - Hurling your axe and getting it to stick for the first time is second to none. Each 90/60 Minute session consists of safety briefing, single and double handed coaching / practice, and then a competition between you and your pals. Then visit our onsite bar & authentic wood fired smokehouse BBQ.
Reviewed By Axecheifkeef
Fantastic night out. Axe throwing followed with excellent food and drinks. Simon and team are very friendly. Will definitely return
6. Jumbles Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 358 reviews
Reviewed By 473petere - Manchester, United Kingdom
You really cannot beat this place loads of space and lots of different ways to get to it. A walkers dream and great for dog walkers as well , if you can stop them chaseing the ducks and other birds. There is a cafe here but from reviews its best left alone. Take a loaf and feed the local ducks there are hundreds. Really great for free you can even visit the grounds of local turton tower for free as well (no parking charge as well) a real treat for dogs
7. Smithills Open Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 991 reviews
Reviewed By madamcatherine - Manchester, United Kingdom
Been to this place several times took my baby girl today, and its always a pleasure all the staff are really polite and friendly and are always full.of knowledge about the animals, all of the animals look well kept and happy clean as can be enclosures, its a nice little walk round, option given to buy feed for the animals, a bouncy castle room, shop, picnic area, outdoor park plsy area, donkey rides and places to eat or grab and drink. Plus a little tractor ride. Will be bringing me daughter back as she grows up for several visits
8. Octagon Theatre
Overall Ratings
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.
9. Go Ape Rivington
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 198 reviews
Voted Best Tourism Experience at Lancashire and Blackpool Tourism Awards 2011 and nominated in the Visit Lancashire for Small Visitor Attraction in 2014. It's got to be one of Lancashire's best days out and that's not just us saying that (check out our feedback!). With breathtaking scenery, amazing tree top obstacles and awesome zip lines, Rivington is sure to be a day out in Lancashire you won't forget. You are guaranteed a warm welcome at Rivington Tree Top Adventure. It's home to one of the most exciting zip wires: You'll cross a bay in the reservoir and get a bird's eye view over the water. With its rugged hills, picturesque reservoirs and woodlands bustling with wildlife, Rivington is one of Lancashire's 'must visit' locations. A gem in its own right and on the doorstep of Manchester, one of the most vibrant cities in the UK.
Reviewed By Kebablover - Southport, United Kingdom
My wife an I received gift vouchers last Christmas. Due to Covid, the activity was closed during the summer. We decided to wait until schools returned before booking our slot mid week. Each session accommodates up to 14 people. The instructors were friendly, knowledgable and engaging and everything felt clean and Covid friendly. A few simple procedures along the route ensured social distancing between groups and all participants were respectful to each other. So, what was the course like? It was an exhilarating couple of hours that we will be repeating next year. We arrived back home with a huge smile on our face. Anyone with a reasonable level of fitness will still be challenged. Those that dont participate in regular exercise will probably ache the following day. There are 5 sections and some offer a trickier option. All are very safe and well maintained. The 'Tarzan' swing at the end is a leap of faith (literally). If you are at the front of the pack (which we were), the aerial runway at the end of section 4 has an exit sign which we followed, thinking it was the end of the adventure. There is actually a final section that requires looping back into the woodland. This is not clearly signposted. We missed it and headed back. Fortunately, the team were 'on it' and realised our mistake. They re harnessed us and we completed the course.
10. Nevada Roller Rink
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