Bolton Museum, Aquarium and Archive
About This Museum
People come to the Bolton Museum for a surprisingly diverse afternoon out, where you can travel from Ancient Egypt to a local painter's studio without ever leaving the building. It’s the kind of place where history feels immediate, especially when you turn a corner and find yourself face-to-face with a gliding pike in the aquarium. The collections have a wonderfully personal, local feel, telling the story of Bolton and its people through everything fine art to everyday objects. You leave with the sense of having explored not just a museum, but the very character of the town itself.
Collection Highlights
The star is undoubtedly the aquarium, a serene space filled exclusively with mysterious freshwater species from around the world. Alongside the fish, you'll find Bolton's own history brought to life through fine and decorative arts, and even an Egyptian mummy that adds a touch of global intrigue.
Visitor Information
You'll find it all tucked away on Le Mans Crescent in a grand civic building that's hard to miss. It’s the perfect spot for a few hours of discovery, whether you're with family or just looking for a quiet escape.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a magnificent 15th-century inspired Victorian civic complex on Le Mans Crescent, the museum itself is part of the attraction, with its imposing stone facade and classical grandeur.
Contact & Location
Address: Le Mans Crescent, The Haulgh, Bolton, Greater Manchester, England, BL1 1SA, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1204 332211
Website: Visit Website
