Location: Bolton
Top Things to do in Bolton
What to do and see in Bolton, England: The Best Sights & Landmarks
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. Shree Swaminarayan Temple
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
2. Bolton Methodist Mission
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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.
3. Smithills Open Farm
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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
4. The Vaults
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By matthewbM829PM
An absolute gem. Can never understand why people complain about the Market Place, as The Vaults have proved a fantastic addition to the town centre. Even with empty units, there is still plenty to enjoy in there. Great place to visit.
5. Benjamin Alfred Dobson
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By allertonlad - Northallerton, United Kingdom
Unveiled in February 1900, this impressive statue of Benjamin Alfred Dobson was modelled by Manchester sculptor John Cassidy. Commemorating this former Mayor of Bolton, he was also a textile machinery manufacturer, and was knighted on 9 August 1897. A Grade II listed building.
6. Turton Tower
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4.0 based on 164 reviews
Turton tower is a house that has been evolving over the last 500 years. From a stone tower house in the 1400s, to the home of the Tudor Orrell and, later, the Victorian Kay Families, Turton Tower has been altered and adapted to suit the needs and tastes of those who lived here. It is because of these changes that Turton Tower is of national importance and unique in Northwest England. Today it still captures the spirit of those ages and displays some of the finest paintings and furniture in the region. Turton Tower is owned and run by Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council.
Reviewed By emmi1409 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Absolutely love coming here, beautiful place beautiful surroundings great woodland cafe with lovely staff. It's great place to visit not matter what time of year it is
7. The Wellbeing Farm
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4.0 based on 122 reviews
The Wellbeing Farm is an authentic countryside venue in the West Pennines of Lancashire, near Bolton. We’re the North West Countryside Wedding Venue of the Year (2019) for our unique weddings that involve bow-tie wearing llamas, alpacas and donkeys! Through a structured programme of meetings with our award-winning venue co-ordinators (Events Team of the Year 2020), who are with you on your journey, all the way to your wedding day. You’ll have exclusive use of our countryside farm on your wedding day in the picturesque West Pennine Moors. What sort of farm would we be if we didn’t have animals? We share the farm with our friendly llamas and donkeys! There are two places to get married at the farm, our wedding barn, and our outdoor wedding pavilion, each seating 180 guests, or 300 standing guest Offers - Twilight Wedding Package January 2021 till December 2021 Marry me now & Party later (Small wedding in 2021 but party big in 2022)
Reviewed By carolehall69 - Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Our son got married on 2/11/19 at the wellbeing farm I really don’t know where to start with but here goes , the reception area is well thought out and was really welcoming. The staff were excellent and couldn’t have been more professional and couldn’t do enough for us . They provided large umbrellas for us to transfer from one building to the other as the weather wasn’t good . The wedding ceremony took place in the barn and it was outstanding ,the decorations were beautiful . The food was delicious we had light bites of fish and chips , mini burgers and miniature cottage pies .after the ceremony . The main meal was outstanding , soup with a full loaf of fresh baked bread ,chicken, lamb and organic vegetables . I couldn’t fault the venue at all the staff were excellent , the bar was well stocked and the wedding barn was so beautiful I would recommend it to anyone who was looking for somewhere different to get married. The wedding cake was actually a cheese cake and it looked fabulous.
8. Fred Dibnah Statue
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4.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 68lynnh - Bolton, United Kingdom
'Our' Fred stands in front of a mill engine, as you can see in the photo, I watched him take down a Chimney once, he was exactly as he was on TV, I always think 'arr do Fred lad', when I pass this statue most weeks, sadly missed.
9. BoltonTown Hall
10. Samuel Taylor Chadwick Statue
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By allertonlad - Northallerton, United Kingdom
An eye-catching bronze statue of the doctor and philanthropist Samuel Taylor Chadwick. Dating back to 1873, it stands proudly in front of the very impressive Bolton Town Hall. He practised in a surgery close by, and his statue is Grade II listed.
