Turton Tower
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Surrounded by ancient trees, rolling lawns and high stone walls, Turton Tower is a Lancashire manor house built in the 1400s, now a historical landmark.
This Grade I listed building and scheduled ancient monument captures the spirit of the Tudor and Victorian ages and houses one of the finest collections of period furniture and paintings in the Lancashire region.
Tour the tower
Take a guided or self-led tour through the tower's rooms and corridors and discover the its fascinating history, from its medieval beginnings as a defensive structure to its later use as a family home.
Wander the period rooms
Admire the architecture and decor of the nine rooms, spread over three floors in Turton Tower. Highlights include the Morning Room, which features a marble and copper backed fireplace in the fashion of the Arts and Crafts Movement and the Drawing Room with oak panelling from Middleton Hall.
Fine art and furniture
The tower houses a collection of antique furniture, paintings, and other artefacts that provide insight into the past. Some items on display are from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, while others are from local museums such as Towneley Hall in Burnley and Chetham’s Library in Manchester.
Cafe and gardens
The museum’s Woodland Cafe is located inside the original kitchen at Turton Tower, overlooking the Victorian tennis court area and is surrounded by beautiful gardens and woodland.
Visitor information
Address
Chapeltown Road, Bolton, Lancashire, BL7 0HG
01204 852203
Opening times
Wednesday to Sunday, including bank holidays, 11.00 am to 4.00 pm. (during open season, March to October)
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