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Walks & Outdoors Events in Bolton

25 upcoming walks & outdoors events

Bolton, nestled in the heart of Greater Manchester, offers a refreshing escape for those who love to explore the great outdoors. Its walks and outdoor events scene is shaped by a rich industrial heritage and the surrounding Lancashire countryside. Discover hidden green spaces and historical routes that tell the story of the town's past. From gentle strolls along the River Irwell to more invigorating hikes across the moors, there's an adventure to suit every pace. Venues like Meccano Bridge and the Cemetery Entrance are gateways to these experiences, often starting points for guided walks that delve into local history and nature. You might find yourself joining a community group exploring areas around Beesley Green Community Centre, connecting with fellow enthusiasts and uncovering the natural beauty on your doorstep.

As of July 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 25 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Bolton, North West England, including 11 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.

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Citizen Forester Tree Maintenance at Westhoughton Central Park, Bolton at Westhoughton Central ParkFREE
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Citizen Forester Tree Maintenance at Westhoughton Central Park, Bolton

📍 Westhoughton Central Park

Visit to a RHS Garden for Two — Bolton at Manchester
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Visit to a RHS Garden for Two — Bolton

📍 Manchester

From £44

Adventure Story Walks around Smithills Hall at Smithills Hall
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Adventure Story Walks around Smithills Hall

📍 Smithills Hall

£2.00 - £4.00

Summer Nature Walk at Clifton Country ParkFREE
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Summer Nature Walk

📍 Clifton Country Park

CWGC Tours 2026 - Tyldesley Cemetery at Tyldesley CemeteryFREE
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CWGC Tours 2026 - Tyldesley Cemetery

📍 Tyldesley Cemetery

Bolton Moors Fire 8th Anniversary Guided Walk at Woodland Trust Walker Fold Car ParkFREE
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Bolton Moors Fire 8th Anniversary Guided Walk

📍 Woodland Trust Walker Fold Car Park

BMC Social Walk, Winter Hill, North West
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BMC Social Walk, Winter Hill, North West

£2.00

Walk in the Woods and Across the Moors at Woodland Trust Walker Fold Car ParkFREE
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Walk in the Woods and Across the Moors

📍 Woodland Trust Walker Fold Car Park

18 months membership for the price of 12 at Delph Sailing Club at Delph Sailing Club in BoltonFREE
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18 months membership for the price of 12 at Delph Sailing Club

📍 Delph Sailing Club in Bolton

Summer nature walk & journaling at Beesley Green Community Centre
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Summer nature walk & journaling

📍 Beesley Green Community Centre

£27.80 - £32.13

Blackleach Bat Walk at Blackleach Country Park
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Blackleach Bat Walk

📍 Blackleach Country Park

£2.00

Step out at Smithills - Community Walk (August) at Woodland Trust Walker Fold Car ParkFREE
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Step out at Smithills - Community Walk (August)

📍 Woodland Trust Walker Fold Car Park

Researching House History at Great Lever & Farnworth Golf Club
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Researching House History

📍 Great Lever & Farnworth Golf Club

Free - £5.00

Smithills Estate Archaeological Dig Ramble at Smithills Hall
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Smithills Estate Archaeological Dig Ramble

📍 Smithills Hall

Free - £15.00

Mend Our Mountains Get Stuck In! Lake District (12th-14th August 2026) at Fell and Rock Climbing Hut
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Mend Our Mountains Get Stuck In! Lake District (12th-14th August 2026)

📍 Fell and Rock Climbing Hut

Worsley Woods Bat Walk at Beesley Green Community Centre
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Worsley Woods Bat Walk

📍 Beesley Green Community Centre

£2.00

The East Lancashire Railway – a day behind the scenes and on the line at Baron Street
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The East Lancashire Railway – a day behind the scenes and on the line

📍 Baron Street

Free - £25.00

CWGC Tours 2026 - Hillingdon and Uxbridge Cemetery at Tyldesley Cemetery
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CWGC Tours 2026 - Hillingdon and Uxbridge Cemetery

📍 Tyldesley Cemetery

£0.00

Woodland Survival at The Hive - Thursday 27th August 2026 at The HIVE at Moss Bank Park
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Woodland Survival at The Hive - Thursday 27th August 2026

📍 The HIVE at Moss Bank Park

Free - £9.50

Bat Spotting Guided Walk at Meccano BridgeFREE
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Bat Spotting Guided Walk

📍 Meccano Bridge

Growing Futures: Inspiring Young People Through Nature at RHS Garden BridgewaterFREE
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Growing Futures: Inspiring Young People Through Nature

📍 RHS Garden Bridgewater

Citizen Forester Tree Maintenance at Hulton Lane Playing Fields, Bolton at Hulton Lane Playing FieldsFREE
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Citizen Forester Tree Maintenance at Hulton Lane Playing Fields, Bolton

📍 Hulton Lane Playing Fields

Thursday Skate 24th September 2026 with Manc Skating (Kearsley) at Kearsley Academy
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Thursday Skate 24th September 2026 with Manc Skating (Kearsley)

📍 Kearsley Academy

UCS Sixth Form Open EveningFREE
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UCS Sixth Form Open Evening

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Walks & Outdoors Events in Bolton — Complete Guide

Discover the vibrant walks & outdoors scene in Bolton with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates walks & outdoors events from across Bolton, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.

Whether you're looking for tonight's walks & outdoors events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best walks & outdoorsexperiences Bolton has to offer.

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How many walks & outdoors events are on in Bolton?

There are currently 25 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Bolton. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming walks & outdoors in the city.

Are there free walks & outdoors events in Bolton?

Yes — 11 of the current walks & outdoors listings in Bolton are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.

Where can I find walks & outdoors events in Bolton this weekend?

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Walks & Outdoors Events in Bolton — Your Complete Guide

Bolton's outdoors and walking events calendar is a revelation, particularly for those who assume that city life means being cut off from nature. The city is surrounded by parks, canals, rivers, hills and green corridors that host a year-round programme of guided walks, nature days, cycling events and outdoor adventures.

Guided walks in and around Bolton cover everything from urban history and street art tours to wildflower foraging, birdwatching mornings, canal towpath ambles, and challenging hill walks in the surrounding countryside. Many are led by passionate local experts who bring the landscape alive with stories, ecology and history.

Running events, cycling sportives, wild swimming gatherings, and outdoor boot camps make use of the city's natural assets in a more active way, drawing participants of all fitness levels. Park runs — free, timed 5K events held every Saturday morning — are enormously popular and require only a free registration.

Outdoor events in Bolton are best enjoyed with appropriate footwear and clothing for changeable British weather. Many guided walks are free or donation-based, making them one of the most accessible activities in the city. Conservation volunteer days, clean-up events and citizen science projects also feature regularly in the Bolton outdoors calendar, combining fresh air with community purpose.