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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. One For The Road
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Micro Bar specialising in real ales, craft beers and ciders, with 3 hand pulls and 4 keg lines and also bottles and cans.
Reviewed By 187069John_B - Radcliffe, United Kingdom
Visited for a family birthday. Great selection of beers and gin. Prosecco very good. Very friendly and welcoming
3. Bunbury's
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
We are a specialist beer shop and micro bar. We stock the best beers that the UK and world has to offer and strive to find the more unusual and types of beer. Customers can either buy bottled beers to take home or drink in our relaxed and friendly bar. We also serve a range of quality draught beers, both real ales and craft keg beers as well as wines, ciders and non alcoholic drinks.
Reviewed By 879ianh - Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
We found this bar 18 months ago, what a gem. Daryl is a fountain of knowledge, when it comes to beer, All the staff are great. If you want a great selection of beer, good conversation with friendly locals, this is the place. Don't expect football, loud music, fast food. This is a little haven for lovers of quality beers, ciders, gins and wine. We cannot keep away. 10 out of 10.
4. The Brewery Bar
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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.
5. 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.
6. 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
7. Bolton Library and Museum Services
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4.5 based on 311 reviews
Bolton Museum and Art Gallery has something for everyone. Visit our Ancient Egypt Gallery to see fascinating artifacts, learn about Bolton's rich heritage or meander your way through our collection of art. Learn about creatures from all over the world and don't forget to say hello to our dinosaur friend on your way in! We are also home to Greater Manchester's only aquarium.
Reviewed By milinian - Bolton, United Kingdom
Beutiful Library and Museum well worth a visit the Museum has been refurbished with new exhibits there is also an Aquarium
8. Jumbles Country Park
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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
9. 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
10. 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.
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