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1 Week In Atherton

So you've got a week in Atherton - that's great news. Let's see how you can best use your time while you're here. Last updated 5th February 2024

What Should I Do For One Week In Atherton?

If you have 7 days to spend in Atherton, here are some suggestions on how to spend your time:

  • Day 1: Take a stroll around Pennington Flash Country Park, a beautiful nature reserve with lakes, marshes and woodlands. It'll take around 2-3 hours to explore.
  • Day 2: Visit the Leigh Centurions Rugby League Club, a local sports team. Depending on the time of year, you may be able to catch a game or simply take a tour of the stadium, which will take around 1-2 hours.
  • Day 3: Spend the day at Astley Green Colliery Museum, an award-winning historical attraction. You'll need around 3-4 hours to see everything.
  • Day 4: Explore the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Museum, displaying artefacts and key information about the world's first passenger railway. You'll need around 1-2 hours to see the exhibits.
  • Day 5: Visit the haunted Smithills Hall, a stunning, centuries-old manor house home to many legends and ghost stories. You'll need around 2-3 hours to see everything.
  • Day 6: Take a relaxing boat ride on the Bridgewater Canal, a picturesque waterway that takes you through Worsley and Sale. The ride will take around 2-3 hours.
  • Day 7: Enjoy some shopping and dining in Leigh town centre, home to many boutiques, local stores, and restaurants. Spend as little or as much time here as you like!

If you need a place to stay in Atherton, consider one of the following:

  • Travelodge Manchester Leigh Sports Village
  • The Greyhound Hotel
  • Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel

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