Farnworth Map

Farnworth map, view the Greater Manchester town of Farnworth, located in the county of Greater Manchester, England.

Detailed Street Map of Farnworth Greater Manchester & Guide to the Area

Farnworth Map Greater Manchester: Interactive map of Farnworth, displaying the town situated in the county of Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Farnworth area and a Farnworth town centre map, showing Farnworth Central Park.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Farnworth map are: Asda Farnworth Superstore, The Brindley Arms, Farnworth Library, Farnworth Leisure Centre, Costa Coffee, The Royal Balti House, Greggs, Iceland, St Gregory's RC Church, Home Bargains, Poundland, Lloyds Bank, Booths Pharmacy, Farnworth Little Theatre, Betfred, Domino's Pizza, The Railway Pub, Co-op Funeralcare, St John's Church, Unity Brook Inn, Tesco Express, The Musketeer, A2Z Bargains, Bolton NHS Walk-in Centre (Farnworth), NatWest, Subway, SpecSavers, Inspire Hair & Beauty, Farnworth Carpet Centre, Halliwell Jones MINI Bolton, The Salvation Army Church, Brighter Blinds Ltd, Kings Arms Hotel, Little Italy Pizza Co., TSB, Fulton Foods, Farnworth Indoor Market, McDonald's, Farnworth Health Centre, Boots Pharmacy, Bright Futures Nursery, Walkden Health Centre, Jobcentre Plus Farnworth, Farnworth Dry Cleaners, The Vine Café, Venus Hair & Beauty, St Peter's Primary School, Ashcroft Veterinary Surgery, Park View Medical Centre, Asiatique Takeaway.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Kearsley, Moses Gate, Little Lever, Great Lever, Burnden, Darcy Lever, Radcliffe, Walkden, Stoneclough, Clifton, Prestolee, Harwood, Breightmet, Daubhill, Rumworth, Halliwell, Tonge Fold, Bradshaw, Horwich, Egerton, Astley Bridge, Blackrod, Lostock, Deane, Chew Moor, Westhoughton, Over Hulton, Middle Hulton, Greenheys, Roe Green.

Farnworth is one of those down-to-earth Greater Manchester towns that's easy to overlook but full of surprises when you take a closer look. It's nestled just to the southeast of Bolton and has that classic northern mix of residential streets, old red-brick buildings, green pockets, and a town centre that still ticks along with a bit of grit and charm. It's the kind of place where everything feels familiar—even if it's your first visit.

Historically, Farnworth was a small village that grew rapidly during the Industrial Revolution. Once packed with collieries, bleach works, and cotton mills, the town played its part in Lancashire's booming textile trade. Its development was closely tied to nearby Bolton, and over time, Farnworth carved out its own identity. In the 20th century, the town became known for its community spirit, solid housing stock, and steady pace of life. Today, the population sits at around 26,000, and while the heavy industry has mostly disappeared, you'll still find echoes of that heritage in the layout and feel of the town.

For attractions and facilities, Farnworth has a handful of gems. Farnworth Central Park is a great spot for a stroll or a sit-down with an ice cream, and the refurbished Farnworth Leisure Centre offers a pool, gym and sports halls. There's the library and community centre that host regular events, and the nearby Moses Gate Country Park is a proper green escape with lakes, wildlife and scenic paths. A short drive away, you'll find Rivington Pike, a brilliant spot for walking with amazing views. As for National Trust places, Dunham Massey's not too far off, and if you're into English Heritage sites, Turton Tower to the north makes for a cracking day out.

Zoom out a bit and the Greater Manchester area really opens up. You've got the hustle and buzz of Manchester city centre with its museums, art galleries and nightlife. There's the science and industry museums, the football stadiums, the theatres, the buzzing Northern Quarter and Spinningfields. For something quieter, you've got places like Heaton Park or the Manchester Ship Canal trails. With so many boroughs packed into one region, there's always something new to explore.

Getting to and around Farnworth is fairly straightforward. The town sits close to the M61 and A666, making it handy by car. Farnworth Railway Station and Moses Gate Station both offer connections into Manchester and beyond, while local bus services run regularly throughout the area. If you're flying, Manchester Airport is around 30–40 minutes away by road depending on traffic, making travel abroad or around the UK nice and easy.

Greater Manchester as a whole is a brilliant blend of city buzz and suburban calm. It's made up of ten distinct boroughs, each with its own character—Salford, Bolton, Wigan, Rochdale, Oldham and so on. The county's known for its proud industrial roots, strong music and sporting culture, and a good balance between green space and urban life. Whether you're after history, modern culture, or just a place to settle, it's got plenty going for it.

We hope you found this Farnworth tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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