Located at the foothills of the West Pennine Moors, Bolton maintains easy access to the great outdoors while boasting all the convenience of a modern city. If you’re on the hunt for an outdoor activity, you’ll find plenty to occupy yourself; spend the day hiking the moors while stopping off at a few quaint pubs along the way, rent a mountain bike and speed down the trails taking in the picturesque countryside, or take a picnic and some bait and relax by the river trying your luck catching some fish for dinner.
If you prefer the urban side of this dynamic city, stay in the centre and see what’s on offer in town. There's an award-winning market on weekends where you can find local speciality produce like meat, fish, gifts and more, or visit the shopping centre for popular brands and outlets. Keep an eye out for the special events that take place throughout the year, such as the food and drink festival which is the largest in the UK and includes demos from celebrity chefs, family friendly activities and of course lots of delicious food to sample.
As the day draws to a close, why not visit the Octagon Theatre in town which has a stellar lineup of live music, theatre shows, ballet and more. Once famed for being one of the largest and most productive textile production centres in the world in the early 1900s, this lively city has come a long way, so be sure to add it to your list to visit.