Bolton Central Library and Museum

Bolton Libraries and Museums - Room Hire

Bolton Schools Library and Museum Service (BSLMS) is here to provide schools with a service that meets all your library and museum needs.

Bolton Museum and Art Gallery has something for everyone. Visit our Ancient Egypt Gallery to see fascinating artifacts, learn about Bolton's rich heritage or meander your way through our collection of art. Learn about creatures from all over the world and don't forget to say hello to our dinosaur friend on your way in! 

Bolton Library and Museum School Bookings

High Street Library

Little Lever Library

With its medieval Great Hall and Tudor and Victorian wings, Smithills Hall is a unique venue full of history and charm.

Set within landscaped gardens and wooded countryside, yet easily accessible from Bolton town centre or from the M61, Smithills is the perfect location for your party or event.

We have three different rooms available for hire, to accommodate events large and small. It is also possible to hire our grounds for outdoors or marquee-based events.

Smithills Hall

Westhoughton Library

Workshop - AM

Workshop - PM

School Workshops

Meeting and Community Rooms

Internal Only

Lecture Theatre

Library Space

School Bookings Only

Workshop - AM and PM

History Gallery Workshops

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