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The Bolton Market Place is a popular shopping centre located in the heart of the city of Bolton. There are plenty of upscale, fashionable stores as well as eateries, a cinema and The Vaults - a chic, modernised space in the original market halls.

The original Bolton Market Hall, which now makes up the lower floors of the Bolton Market Place known as The Vaults, was first opened back in 1855. It was, at the time, the largest covered market in the UK. Now you can admire the intricate brickwork and arches of the original market while you enjoy a round of minigolf or playtime at Amazonia. There are several eateries in The Vault as well, including Nando’s and Pepe’s.

Shops at Bolton Market Place are split between two other floors, and there are plenty of well-known brands to explore. Debenhams, River Island, New Look, Pandora, Claire’s, H&M, The Body Shop, Boots, Zara… you’ll find plenty of options to refresh your wardrobe or home decor. 

All that shopping is bound to leave you hungry, and luckily there are plenty of eateries spread out in the Bolton Market Place. Keep an eye out for the independent stores in the Bolton Market Place too. Parking at Bolton Market Place makes visiting easy too with 500 spaces available. 

Bolton itself is a fascinating city with a visible history. While strolling through the city keep an eye out for the wonderful architecture, or head out and visit some of the attractions in Bolton. The Bolton Steam Museum, Bolton Museum and Aquarium and Smithills Hall are all popular places to explore.

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Bolton Market Place Parking Statistics

4.8 out of 5 stars

Average parking rating for Bolton Market Place

31 reviews

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Parking at Bolton Market Place

Bolton Market Place parking is open 7 days a week and will be locked at 9:30pm every night. The car park can also be accessed 15 minutes before stores open in the mornings. If you are going to the cinema, you can validate your parking there for free parking up to 4 hours, and £4 after. Standard charges for the shopping centre’s car park are below:

  • First 60 mins are FREE
  • £1 for 2.5 hrs
  • £2 for 3.5 hrs
  • £4 for 4hrs+
  • Park FREE after 5pm, 7 days a week.

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Parking in Central Bolton

Alternative parking to Bolton Market Place is available at the nearby NCP Bolton Topp Way. This car park is centrally located on Duke Street, and is only a 5-minute walk to Bolton Market Place. There are 794 spaces available in this car park, which is open 24 hours, 7 days a week with charges below:

  • 2 hours Free
  • 2 to 3 hours £3.10
  • 3 to 24 hours £4.10
  • Saturday Free
  • Sunday Free
  • Bank holiday Free

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Nearby Attractions

If you are travelling to Bolton it’s worth spending some time out at the Bolton Steam Museum. This stunning museum is home to a collection of working mill engines that is among the largest in Europe. It’s a fascinating place to visit and explore with the family.

Located in the centre of Bolton the Bolton Art Gallery, Library & Museum is another great place to spend a day. You’ll find the museum an educational experience, especially if you are interested in Egyptology or natural history. The aquarium, located in the same building, is also Greater Manchester’s only aquarium open to the public.

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Public Transport

By Train: The Bolton train station is within a 15-minute walk of the Bolton Market Place, and the Transpennine Express and Northern lines both stop here.

By Bus: There are bus stops just outside the Bolton Market Place on Knowsley Street and Bridge Street if you are travelling from within the city. The Bolton Bus Interchange for buses from outside the city is a 10-minute walk from the shopping centre. 

By Car: If you are travelling to Bolton Market Place by car, use the post code BL1 2AL in your sat nav. Otherwise follow the A676 from Liverpool or A666 from Manchester.

Disabled Parking at Bolton Market Place

Bolton Market Place parking for disabled customers is available on level 2. These marked parks are close to the shopping centre’s entrances. 

To search for the disabled car park that is closest to xxxx, see the Blue Badge Parking website.

Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicle charging stations are available at several locations in Bolton. The closest ones to the Bolton Market Place are:

  • Topp Way NCP Car Park
  • Octagon Theatre NCP Car Park

A network of all electric vehicle charging points can be found on the government's Go Ultra low website.

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FAQs

How can I contact the Bolton Market Place?

You can call the Bolton Market Place on +44 1204 361100 

What is the address of Bolton Market Place?

Knowsley St, Bolton BL1 2AL, United Kingdom

What are the opening hours of Bolton Market Place?

Monday to Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm, and Sunday 11:00am to 5:00pm for retail stores.

Sunday to Thursday 11:00am to 9:00pm, and Friday to Saturday 11:00am to 11:00pm for leisure stores including the cinema.

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