Albert Halls Bolton

Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor

A colonnaded neoclassical Victorian town hall, now hosting comedy, dance, music and pantomime shows.

Albert Halls is Bolton’s brilliant all-round entertainment venue. Boasting a 670 seat theatre and function rooms – all set within Bolton’s famous Town Hall – right in the heart of town.

The Bolton Albert Halls is conveniently located in the North West just 10 miles from Manchester city centre and a 30-minute drive from Manchester Airport.

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