Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre
Set on the edge of Hollingworth Lake, the Centre offers a range of water sports including sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and rowing. Visit the Centre's website
Queen Street Textile Museum
Overview
Experience the steam and the deafening sounds of real working looms at Lancashire’s last 19th century steam powered mill.
What makes it special
- Museum
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 12 - 5pm
Sunday Closed
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