Greater Manchester
Bury Market
Bury,
Greater Manchester
BL9 0BD
Tel: 0161 253 5111
Bury's famous market was first granted a charter in 1440. Its traditional atmosphere and vast range of stalls attracts visitors from all over the North of England. Still the best place to buy Bury Black Pudding.
| Opening Times: | Open Market - Weds and Fri 9.30 – 4.30pm, Sat 9.00 – 5.00pm; Fish and Meat Hall - Mon-Sat 9.00 – 5.00pm (Tues until 12 noon) Indoor Market - Mon-Sat 9.00 – 5.00pm |
| Services: | Town Centre Various |
Castle Leisure Centre
Bolton Street
Bury,
Greater Manchester
Tel: 0161 253 6506
Leisure Centre with 25m swimming pool, diving pool and children’s pool. Fully equipped gym and programme of keep fit classes.
| Services: | Town Centre Various |
East Lancashire Railway
Bolton Street Station Bolton Street
Bury,
Greater Manchester,
BL9 0EY
Tel: 0161 764 7790
This beautifully restored steam railway runs along the Irwell Valley, along the edge of the West Pennine Moors. Passenger services run from Bury to Ramsbottom, Rawtenstall and Heywood as well as the villages of Summerseat and Irwell Vale. There are spectacular views of the West Pennine Moor as the train crosses the River Irwell, passing through two tunnels en route. Passengers may leave the train at any station, then rejoin a later train to complete their journey. There are picnic areas at Bury and at the Riverside in Ramsbottom. You will also find a regular events taking place throughout the year including Thomas Weekends, Santa Specials and the 1940s weekends.
| Opening Times: | Sat, Sun and Bank Holidays all year. Wed - Friday between May and September |
| Services: | Town Centre Various |
Irwell Sculpture Trail
Bury Tourist Information Centre
Bury
BL9 0BP
Tel: 0161 253 5111
The largest public arts scheme in the North West. There are currently 30 sculptures by regional, national and international artists, which celebrate the area's heritage and landscape. The works have been developed in clusters along a 30-mile footpath from Salford Quays, through Bury and into Rossendale and the West Pennine Moors.
| Opening Times: | Every day all the time |
| Services: | 474, 472 |
Bury Art Gallery, Museum & Archive
Moss Street
Bury
BL9 0DR
Tel: 0161 253 5878
Home to the Wrigley collection of Victorian art and cutting edge temporary exhibitions. This is also the location of the new Museum & Archive Centre (Opening 12 May 2005), which traces Bury’s history through changing displays and local records. Closed Mon & BH.
| Opening Times: | Tuesday - Saturday 10.00 – 17.00 |
| Services: | Town Centre Various |
Lancashire Fusiliers Museum
Wellington Barracks
Bolton Road
Bury
Greater Manchester
BL9 2PL
Tel: 0161 764 2208
Museum dedicated to the Lancashire Fusiliers Regiment. Discover the history of this famous regiment from its foundation in 1688 and its connection with Wellington and Napoleon and find out why they won 6 V.C.'s before breakfast at Gallipoli. Outstanding collection of medals and period uniforms, plus regimental records. Visitors are advised to phone to confirm opening times.
| Opening Times: | M, Tu, Th – Sa 09.30 – 16.30 Visitors are advised to confirm opening times |
| Services: | 471, 98 |
The Met
Market Street
Bury
Lancashire
BL9 0BW
Tel: 0161 761 2216
Since 1975 The Met has brought the very best of live music, theatre, comedy and dance to Bury. We have brought audiences from overseas to enjoy music festivals and attract fans from across the UK for our innovative programme of shows. Choose from physical and provoking theatre, great gigs and the regular ' Big Value Comedy’ nights.
| Opening Times: | Visitors are advised to confirm opening times |
| Services: | Town Centre Various |
