Hall i' th' Wood Museum

Hall i’ th’ Wood was originally built as a half-timbered hall in the 16th century and was owned by wealthy yeomen and merchants. After 1697 the Hall was rented out to various tenants.

It was during this period that a young Samuel Crompton came to live there with his parents. In 1779 he invented his Spinning Mule, which revolutionised the cotton industry.

New Opening Times at Hall i’ th’ Wood Museum for Summer 2009

From Wednesday 29 July to Sunday 6 September Hall i' th' Wood will be open on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday -12pm to 5pm (with last admission at 16.15pm).

Please note: the Hall will be closed on Thursdays during this period.

Please check the events listing on this page or visit the What's On section to find out about all events and activities held by Bolton Museum and Archive Service .

From April 2009 a fantastic range of events and activities will be taking place at Hall i’ th’ Wood Museum.

Highlights of the programme include a family fun day on August 28 and lots of spooky Halloween activities during October. 

Opening times and visitor information

History of Hall i' th' Wood

From a rich merchant's home to a cattle shelter; find out more about Hall i' th' Wood's varied history before it became a Museum.