The Heywood family donated this large collection to the town of Bolton in 1948, the main part of the exhibitions are dominated by the Bowyer Bible, a remarkable forty five...

A good sized regional museum, the exhibitions are housed in a fine looking building close to the heart of the important Lancashire town of Bolton. Within the collection there...

This small museum is located close to the heart of this Lancashire town and is dedicated to the history of steam, and the effects that it has had on the...

This heritage centre focuses on the lives of the people and social institutions that have made up this area of Bolton for many centuries, and is not so concerned with...

Situated in the heart of Bolton and established for 40 years, the award-winning Octagon Theatre is one of the finest regional theatres in the country. The Octagon stages 8 -...

The hall is set in formal gardens and offers guided tours and school education trips along with conference facilities, hiring of the hall and has a wedding licence. The hall...

Feed lambs, stroke calves or ride on donkeys at this family run open farm. Staff encourage a hands-on approach and visitors can see and touch a wide variety of traditional...

At Turton Tower the original Pele tower from which the building developed dates back to the 12th century, later being transformed (in the 16th century) into an extravagant Tudor country...

The fusiliers are one of the most respected regiments of the army and have a long history that is connected with this part of the community. The museum holds...

Bury Art Gallery acts as far more than just a place where people can observe paintings and sculptures. It does carry a large collection of works, many of which...

The East Lancashire Railway is one ofBritain’s best preserved rail heritage experiences. Opened in 1846 it was a popular passenger and freight route serving the Irwell Valley from Bury, via...

This beautiful residence was once the ancestral home of the Earl of Crawford and Balcarres. Haigh Hall was built in the mid 19th Century and represents one of the...

Hindley Museum explores the rich and fascinating area in which it stands, and has quickly become one of the first places that people go if they want to know more...

The Turnpike Gallery opened in 1971 and offers a large and modern multi-purpose space in which visitors can enjoy a range of contemporary art shows. There is a focus...

Standing within the confines of the fantastic Heaton Park, Heaton Hall is a spectacular piece of architecture that at one time would have been one of the most important houses...

The parish church in Eccles is a place of great beauty and historical significance, being one of the oldest and best-preserved buildings in the community. The well appointed building...

The Drumcroon Gallery is one of the main art facilities in Wigan and has for some time been providing a first class gallery in which to enjoy art in this...

The Sunnyhurst Wood Visitor Centre is set in the beautiful surroundings of some of the most splendid countryside and parkland in the area. The centre has a range of...