Blackburn Things to Do

This historic Lancashire country house dates from medieval times and is built in local stone and half-timbering. It has a 15th century tower house and folly additions that were made during the 19th century.There is a fine colle... 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

Walkers have the choice of a variety of signed trails to suit all abilities, from a mile to over 10 miles, in this delightful and busy park on the edge of the picturesque West Pennine Moors, close to Bolton. As well as a popula... 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