City break in Bolton. Active leisure ideas for Bolton - attractions, recreation and nightlife
All fans of shopping have one primary location in Bolton – the Bolton Market Hall. One of the oldest markets in the country, it was established in 1855. At that time, it was also the “largest covered market in the kingdom”. As the town was developing, the market hall was rebuilt as well, until it was reopened under another name, Market Place Shopping Centre by Queen Elizabeth II, in 1988. A few years ago, the center opened after a multi-million-pound refurbishment. The shopping center still has its original Victorian Vaults, but got more retail space, new restaurants and cafes, and a modern cinema theater. The shopping center has many stores that offer clothes, jewelry, perfumes, children goods, accessories, and much more. Moreover, there is a special playground for children, so it is a family-friendly destination.
During several latest decades, the culinary habits and traditions of local people have changed significantly. Nowadays, French, Spanish, and Chines cuisines are no less popular than … Open
Bolton is a town in Greater Manchester (the distance to the city is approximately 16 kilometers). In the past, it was an important textile center. In the 14th century, first Flemish weavers … Open
Continue exploration of the park by visiting Rivington Reservoir and the Rivington Hall estate. On a nearby hill, visitors will see Rivington Castle, which is a replica of the famous Liverpool Castle. Many old buildings in this part of the park have become covered by water when the reservoir was filled, but when the water level is low, it is still possible to see them. Other landmarks of the park include the Pigeon Tower, Leverhulme’s Terraced Gardens, and the Bungalow Grounds also known as the Chinese Gardens.
Back in the 14th century, Bolton was a famous mill town that was prosperous through the Industrial Revolution. Therefore, there is nothing strange in the fact that the town has a rich … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Bolton and surroundings
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National and city parks around Bolton
♥ Regional Park 'Stones Country' , 123.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Park 'Stones Country' , 123.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Bolton
♥ Amusement park 'Gulliver’s World' , 23.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Knowsley Safari Park' , 30.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Southport Pleasureland' , 39.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Blackpool Pleasure Beach' , 47.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Diggerland' , 70.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Gulliver’s World' , 23.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Knowsley Safari Park' , 30.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Southport Pleasureland' , 39.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Blackpool Pleasure Beach' , 47.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Diggerland' , 70.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Bolton
♥ Water park 'Sandcastle' Blackpool, 47.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Calypso Cove at the Barnsley Metrodome' Barnsley, South Yorkshire, 63.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Water World' Stoke-on-Trent, 63.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Alton Towers Waterpark' Staffordshire, 75.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Sandcastle' Blackpool, 47.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Calypso Cove at the Barnsley Metrodome' Barnsley, South Yorkshire, 63.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Water World' Stoke-on-Trent, 63.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Alton Towers Waterpark' Staffordshire, 75.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Bolton
♥ Restaurant 'Damson' Salford. Type - Modern cuisine. 15 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Peacock Room at The Crimble' Rochdale. Type - Modern cuisine. 15.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Second Floor Brasserie at Harvey Nichols' Manchester. Type - Modern British. 16.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Manchester House' Manchester. Type - Modern cuisine. 16.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'San Carlo Bottega' Manchester. Type - Italian. 16.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Damson' Salford. Type - Modern cuisine. 15 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Peacock Room at The Crimble' Rochdale. Type - Modern cuisine. 15.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Second Floor Brasserie at Harvey Nichols' Manchester. Type - Modern British. 16.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Manchester House' Manchester. Type - Modern cuisine. 16.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'San Carlo Bottega' Manchester. Type - Italian. 16.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Bolton from our surveys on extreme Earth places
House Garden of Anne and Robin Strange
From the series “Unique Living Houses”
Check on the map: Distance from Bolton center - 49.1 km.
Back home, they decided to do something like that. For many years, the Strange couple was turning a modest house in a flower miracle. Facade of the building is almost completely hidden behind hanging basket with plants. Hundreds of different flowers are planted around the building too. It’s a great work to care about this house. The couple begins each year with buying seeds and bulbs of flowers, growing them in a greenhouse, and then transplanting in hanging pots or in the garden. …
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Sandcastle Waterpark
From the series “The Greatest and Fanciest Water Parks”
Check on the map: Distance from Bolton center - 47.4 km.
The water park in Blackpool is the largest in the UK. Besides that, the aquapark is one of the ten most popular in the world. The facility can boast with the largest water slide in the world called Master Blaster; its length is 250 meters. Since the water park features a relatively small area, it was impossible to place the whole ride inside. Rings of the slide are set beyond the facade of the building, so they can be seen from the street. Sandcastle Waterpark has another nice feature. It is suitable for recreation of disabled people. …
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Guide to your best city break in Bolton - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Bolton - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Bolton?' disappears immediately.