Museums · North West England
The Bolton Steam Museum
In or near Haigh.
The Bolton Steam Museum — a museum in england-north-west, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Bolton · 2.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Bolton Steam Museum is a museum located in england-north-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Bolton Steam Museum features the largest collection of working mill engines in Europe, showcasing the industrial heritage of the North. It is entirely volunteer-run and offers visitors a chance to see engines in operation throughout the year.
Place summary
The Bolton Steam Museum is located in North-West England. It features a collection of steam-powered engines and machinery, showcasing the region's industrial heritage. The museum provides insights into the history of steam technology and its impact on industry.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 53.5848, -2.4548
- District
- Bolton
- Parish
- Bolton, unparished area
- Postcode
- BL1 4EN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bolton West
- Phone
- 07789 874105
- Nearest railway station
- Bolton — 2.3 km
- Official site
- www.nmes.org
Sources
- osm: way/170261967 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Bolton Steam Museum?
- The Bolton Steam Museum is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BL1 4EN), in the parish of Bolton, unparished area.
- What is The Bolton Steam Museum?
- The Bolton Steam Museum — a museum in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Bolton Steam Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Bolton, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode BL1 4EN.
- Is The Bolton Steam Museum free to visit?
- Yes, The Bolton Steam Museum is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Bolton Steam Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Bolton, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BL1 4EN.