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1. Hall i' th' Wood Museum

   

   Museum

   Location

   Bolton

   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.

2. Two Brooks Valley

   

   Parkland / Woodland Garden

   Two Brooks Valley lies deep within Hawshaw valley between Turton Road and Bolton Road. The area provides the opportunity for a leisurely stroll in the delightful setting of woods, brooks, lodges.

3. Bury's Countryside

   

   Country / Royal Park

   Location

   Bury

   Put on those walking boots and hit the footpaths, tow paths and way-marked routes of Bury’s countryside. Enjoy relaxing riverside walks, afternoon strolls and acres of woodland trails.
   For more information contact Bury TIC on 0161 253 5111

4. Rochdale Canal

   

   Enviromental Attraction

   Location

   Littleborough

   First opened in 1804, the Rochdale Canal was the first trans-Pennine canal and one of the country's most spectacular waterways. An ambitious restoration programme resulted in the canal reopening along the entire 32 mile length in 2002.

5. Countryside Walks

   

   Waymarked Trail

   Location

   The Esplanade, Rochdale

   Rochdale borough stretches from the Manchester Plain at Middleton to the high Pennine moors near Littleborough, allowing for a selection of walking styles from easy to rugged. Leaflets are available from Rochdale Tourist Information Centre.

6. Ashworth and Roch Valleys

   

   Industrial Archaeology

   Location

   Heywood, Rochdale

   Wooded river valleys with hillside views. Guided walk leaflet available from Rochdale Tourist Information Centre

7. Lyme Park

   

   Parkland / Woodland Garden

   Location

   Stockport

   On the edge of the Peak District, nestling within sweeping moorland, Lyme Park is a magnificent estate. Its wild remoteness and powerful beauty contrast with one of the most famous country-house images in England - the backdrop to where Darcy meets Elizabeth in Pride and Prejudice. Discover a...

8. Marple Locks

   

   Canals and Waterways

   Location

   Marple, Glossop

   This flight of 16 working locks was built in 1805 to connect the Lower and Upper Peak Forest Canals. They are the second deepest in the country and raise the canal 209 feet to a summit height of 518 feet above sea level.

9. East Lancashire Railway

   

   Steam Railway

   Location

   Bury

   The beautifully restored East Lancashire Railway takes you on a captivating journey to discover the region’s rich transport heritage, taking in viaducts, historic towns and picturesque villages and passing through tunnels en route.

10. Queens Park

    

    Family Friendly Garden

    Location

    Bolton

    Traditional Victorian park just a few minutes walk from Bolton town centre with ornamental gardens, lakes, bowling green, play area and open spaces. Ranger activities and events held throughout the year - check www.boltonlife.org.uk for details.

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