Animal World
Animal World is home to a variety of animals from farm animals to chipmunks and wildfowl to exotic birds. Moss Bank Park also has other attractions including a children’s play area, model railway, children's rides and tennis courts.
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Municipal Park
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Parkland / Woodland Garden
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Animal Collection
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Children
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Attraction
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Family Friendly
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Bank Top Brewery
Come along for a full explanation of the brewing process with sampling of our award-winning beers. Tours are available by arrangement only.
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Parkland / Woodland Garden
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Industrial Archaeology
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Viewpoint
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Factory
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Blue Badge Guide Walks
Get more out of your visit by exploring the area with a qualified Blue Badge Guide. These knowledgeable guides offer walks for groups on a variety of themes including Victorian Bolton and Bolton pubs.
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Sports and Leisure Centres
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Event Venue
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Activity Centre
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Bolton Museum, Aquarium and Archive
Bolton's place of inspiration, enjoyment and learning, right in the heart of town. Enjoy the fascinating story of Bolton, its places and its people, alongside brilliant displays of Art, Egyptology, Archaeology, Botany and Zoology.
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Gallery
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Museum
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Family Friendly
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Bolton Parish Church
This beautiful parish church, built in 1871, is a fine example of Victorian Gothic architecture. Its tower is said to be the tallest in Lancashire with spectacular views across the area. The spacious interior contains many items of interest including
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Church / Chapel
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Historic Site
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Sightseeing
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Bolton Steam Museum
The Museum is operated by the Northern Mill Engine Society, who have rescued and restored 25 of the old stationary steam engines which once powered the cotton mills of Lancashire and Yorkshire.
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Bolton Town Hall
A fascinating tour round Bolton's spectacular Victorian Town Hall, including where possible, visits to the Council Chamber, Albert Hall, Festival Hall, Hall of Memories and the Mayor's Parlour.
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Historic Site
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Heritage / Visitor Centre
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Museum
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Sightseeing
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Sports Ground
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Football
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Sports and Leisure Centres
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Curley's Trout Fishery
This 200 year old reservoir is nestled amongst the hills of the West Pennine Moors, on the edge of the beautiful Rivington Country Park, and is one of the North's premier fly waters.
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Fish Farm
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Picnic Site
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Tea / Coffee Shop
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Lake / Reservoir
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Fishing
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Firwood Fold
The birthplace of Samuel Crompton - inventor of the Spining Mule which revolutionised the cotton industry. Step back over 500 years at Firwood Fold, the charming hamlet of former farm workers' cottages.
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Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre
The home of Fred Dibnah, Bolton's very own world famous steeplejack, has recently been purchased and is now open as a heritage centre. Visitors have the chance to explore Fred's house and grounds. Prior booking is essential.
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Heritage / Visitor Centre
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Go Ape! Rivington
Are you wild enough to climb 30ft up a rope ladder, tarzan swing into a giant rope net then zip wire through the trees, crawl through tunnels and tackle high wire rope bridges? If the answer's yes, then you're ready to Go Ape!
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Adventure Park / Playground
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Theme Park
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Family Friendly
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Hall i' th' Wood Museum
This Grade 1,16th century half-timbered hall is one of the north-west’s most important buildings.
Enjoy displays of 17th and early 18th century furniture, objects and artefacts, learn more about the life and work of Samuel Crompton.
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Historic House / Palace
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Historic Site
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Heritage / Visitor Centre
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Museum
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Sightseeing
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Historic Site
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Heritage / Visitor Centre
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Museum
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House of Raja's
An award-winning Asian superstore featuring vibrant sarees, some hand-sewn, from all over the Far East and an extensive range of Asian food and cooking utensils.
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Shop / Shopping Centre
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Indoor
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Municipal Park
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Parkland / Woodland Garden
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Country / Royal Park
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Children
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Attraction
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Last Drop Village
Situated on the fringe of open countryside with superb views across the West Pennine Moors. The Last Drop Village is a picturesque collection of Georgian farm buildings converted into craft and specialist shops, hotel, spa and health club.
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Parkland / Woodland Garden
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Craft Centre
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Attraction
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Café
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Shop
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Matchmoor Riding Centre
Matchmoor Riding Centre is a member of the British Horse Society, Association of British Riding Schools and a Pony Club approved centre. It is located on the beautiful rural West Pennine Moors with access to Rivington Country Park.
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Parkland / Woodland Garden
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Horse Riding
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Attraction
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