Bolton

Properties and events in Bolton

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Behind the scenes in the archives store

Bolton Central Library and Museum, Le Mans Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 1SE
In person
Pre-booking required

Have you ever wondered what lies inside Bolton Library and Museum Services' archives? Well here's your chance to find out!

Bolton Parish Church

St. Peters Parish Hall, The Old Grammar School, Silverwell Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 1PS
In person
Book on day

An important Grade II* listed building consecrated in 1871 but with a history of 1200 years of worship. Saxon remains from an earlier church Climb the tallest church tower in Lancashire, see bellringers in action and enjoy the exciting views.

Holy Trinity Church, Horwich

Holy Trinity Horwich Parish Church, Church Street, Horwich, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 6AA
In person
Pre-booking not required

A warm friendly church with many interesting features. Displays by Horwich Heritage & others.

Salford Road Solar Farm

Salford Road Solar Farm, Salford Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL5 1DG
In person
Pre-booking required

See how sunlight is converted into electricity! Your chance to visit the largest public sector owned solar farm in the North West. See how sunlight is being used to generate electricity and why it is near the waste treatment facilities.

Smithills Hall Tour

Smithills Hall, Smithills Dean Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 7NP
In person
Pre-booking required

Tours of Smithills Hall including the room where protestant preacher George Marsh was questioned before being sent to trial.