Ramsbottom Things to Do

This is a well preserved industrial town-scape giving an absorbing insight into life in a 19th century town where the cotton mills reigned. Situated alongside the Leeds Liverpool canal the weaving sheds, warehouses and foundrie... more

Situated in the Medlock Valley between Ashton and Oldham, the remains of this early industrial community based around an iron works have been carefully restored. More than 200 years ago, Park Bridge was a thriving family-run bu... more

Smithills Hall is one of the oldest manor houses in the north of England. There is a beautiful open timber roof, oak paneling in the 16th century drawing room, stained glass windows in the chapel and it is furnished with some f... more

The world-famous Sir Robert Peel - Prime Minister 1834-35 and 1841-46 and founder of the modern police force - was born in Bury in 1788 and this is one of two major local monuments erected in his honour.It's well worth the clim... more

A collection of 18th century farm buildings was converted to create this quaint tourist village of delightful ivy-covered, half-timbered shops and cottages at Bromley Cross, a few miles north of Bolton.Facilities within the vil... more

This modern stadium was built in 1997 and is the home of the Bolton Wanderers FC soccer team. The Reebok Stadium has a seating capacity of 28,000 seats. This stadium has hosted several key matches and has now become a tourist a... more

Developed into a park during the 1960s and 70s, Daisy Nook is now a popular place for walks, fishing, horse-riding and generally enjoying the countryside. Attractive woodland areas, a lake, canal, meadows, river and a dramatic... more

Bolton's museum houses a quirky and unique variety of exhibits in its collection. These include examples of major British archaeological finds and rare Egyptian artefacts. There is also an aquarium where living exhibits are on... more

There is a chance to experience the golden age of steam on this one and a half hour round trip from Bury to Rawtenstall on the East Lancashire Railway. You can break your journey at any of the four stations along the way, with... more

The fascinating Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum is dedicated to both the history of fire fighting in the region and the local fire service. There are a wide variety of exhibits and interesting displays, the main focus be... more