Blundell arms public house is a grade ii listed building in horwich, bolton, england. More about horwich updates and expands on the earlier about horwich. Do you have any anecdotes, historical information, updates or photographs of closed or lost pubs in horwich. The blundell arms has had its most successful christmas in a long time and with that and changes to delivery schedules with bank holidays etc it has meant we. Be sure to hit the like button and make the blundell arms the most liked pub in the country. Thank you to all of our 500 walkers that took part in this years hike the pike we had an amazing. The eldest son and heir of william blundell, also known as the cavalier being a knight of malta for his exploits during the english civil war, nicholas blundell s notebook was first published in 1880 by the revd. In 1891 there were 1,792 blundell families living in lancashire. You can use the additional services filter to find pubs offering takeoutsdeliveries during this time. Lancashire had the highest population of blundell families in 1891.
Its history, legends, and church 1883 by hampson, thomas isbn. See why it was listed, view it on a map, see visitor comments and photos and share your own comments and photos of this building. Horwich cycling club was founded in 1934 as the horwich wheelers. Blundell arms public house, horwich 1067323 historic england. Our first chairman was the late derek billington, a local historian with a wealth of knowledge of bolton and halliwell in particular. Help is also available for family history and other research. Halliwell local history society was formed in 1986 by a group of people who were intent on recording and keeping alive the history of the halliwell township.
It used to be called the horwich moor gate inn and was handily situated to refresh weary travellers who had toiled up the hill out of horwich on their way to bolton or travellers from bolton who were about to visit horwich. On the go theatre company will be reenacting the trial of. Their welcoming and friendly team are always ready to look after you whether its just for a quiet pint or a gourmet meal. Hi martin thanks for taking the time to leave us some feedback from your most recent visit to the blundell arms. The most blundell families were found in the uk in 1891. Oct 26, 2019 on the summit of winter hill, close to the transmitter masts and buildings, stands a ten foot tall iron memorial known as scotsmans stump. Rivington pub and grill, formerly the ridgeway arms, the ideal venue for any occasion, drinking, eating or meeting. Located in the village of horwich, the blundell arms is set in a historic courthouse building and has been a north west landmark since 1741.
Heritage list entry summary for blundell arms public house. Toast the special occasions, the big wins and the little every day moments that deserve to be relished with a refreshing tipple at the blundell arms. As a chef and brewer pub restaurant, the blundell arms pub in horwich, bolton prides itself in offering the highest standards of traditional pub food, drink and service. Old historic families of lancashire geni family tree. The blundell arms is a handsome grade ii listed building and this 17th. It is a 35minute hilly walk from my house to the blundell arms but its worth it. Other records show the name could have been derived from the nickname blondel or blundel which means the blonde or blond haired person. Much of the information on this page is taken from the heritage centres displays. It contains 19 listed buildings that are recorded in the national heritage list for england. This was about 45% of all the recorded blundell s in the uk. It is involved in the organisation of the horwich carnival road races, held in the town centre. You cant beat enjoying a lazy afternoon with good drinks and excellent company.
It has a shop, shows and sells films about horwich and has a range of professional exhibitions and displays to delight all the family. Less than 15 minutes walk away lies the grade ii listed holy trinity church consecrated in 1831 and constructed by renowned religious architect francis. Trains run to bolton frequently from manchester victoria and piccadilly, 20 min, with a walkup single costing less than. Dont worry, we still have lots of delicious treats for you to enjoy. Horwich heritage was formed in 1985 following a series of public meetings aimed. In memory of george henderson, traveller, native of annan dumfrieshire who was barbarously murdered on rivington moor at noonday november 9th 1838, in the. The first engine was a 242 tank engine designed by john aspinall.
The bold family, of the lancashire township bearing the same name, trace their origins back to anglosaxon times before the norman conquest of 1066. Blundell arms horwich sugarvine, the nations local. Beach cottage holidays book now at british beaches. Blundell arms horwich, bolton greater manchester pub. Horwich is a civil parish in the metropolitan borough of bolton, greater manchester, england. British rail engineering horwich works open day 30th august 1975 official programme. A history of horwich rmi football club by latham, michael isbn. See why it was listed, view it on a map, see visitor comments and photos and share your own comments and photos of. The author explores the history of horwich through photographs and documents, covering such subjects as the horwich locomotive works, horwich fire station, brick making, bleaching, blacksmiths, farmsteads, inns and much more, including a photograph of fred dibnahs vehicle outside horwich parish church, where he carried maintenance out on the tower. Relax and enjoy our delicious dishes and great service at this fantastic venue.
The train from the airport continues north from bolton to horwich parkway, preston, lancaster, carlisle and glasgow or edinburgh. Here at the blundell arms were passionate about our food and drink menu. He is also remembered for often walking on sundays to bank street chapel, bolton, for services there. Christmas day blundell arms horwich chef and brewer. Been to the blundell today i had the steak and ale pie which was lovely, steak melted in my mouth an. The moores had other lands in the moorhouses, little crosby, and ince blundell, purchased in 1472 by roger mercer of walton from thomas linacre, to whom they had descended from thomas wilson his grandfather. The following books and dvds are just a selection of the many publications available from the horwich heritage shop. Blundell arms public house, horwich 1067323 historic. Restaurant details and information including menus, offers, pictures, maps, events, bookings, reservations and news. Located in the village of horwich, the blundell arms is set in a historic courthouse building. This was about 45% of all the recorded blundells in the uk. For those with pure food indulgence in mind, come to us and sate your desires with our ever seasonally inspired plates. In 1876 t he spirit license from the sportsmans arms was transferred to the bridge inn, horwich. Horwich locomotive works a munitions works during ww1.
Francis frith the uks leading publisher of local photographs since 1860. It is well worth a visit as there are lots of displays about all eras of horwich history and the volunteers are very helpful. Relax and find yourself a spot in one of our cosy corners. Blundell arms is currently closed as the present time falls outside of the opening hours below. Photos, maps, personal memories and local books of horwich.
Horwich profiled a look at your area the bolton news. We take a look at the history of horwich and explain some of the quirks of this muchloved town. As a chef and brewer pub restaurant, the blundell arms pub in horwich, bolton prides itself in offering the highest standards of traditional pub food. The pubs distinctive stone slate roofs, and its dressed stone and quoins on the exterior fit perfectly with this area, where beautiful architecture and. However, the blondel spelling less common than the blundell spelling and its variants. In the evening he rode to the blundell arms in a coach and then walked the remainder of his way home. When the ancestors of the blundell family emigrated to england following the norman conquest in 1066 they brought their family name with them. The blundell family name was found in the usa, the uk, canada, and scotland between 1840 and 1920. Horwich photos, maps, books, memories francis frith. Trio of treats for horwich history buffs the bolton news. On a clear night as you walk along the stretch of chorley old road from the top of old kiln lane to the blundell. Those listed below refer mainly to horwich, rivington and the loco works, but many are available for the surrounding areas and other interests within horwich. Horwich pronounced horrich is a town and civil parish within the metropolitan borough of bolton, in greater manchester, england.
The blundell arms is a listed building full of character and charm with spectacular views over bolton and wigan. The town of horwich developed around the loco works and has been growing ever since. To encourage research into the history of horwich and rivington and to. Horwich rmi harriers and athletic club founded in 1924, is based at middlebrook and participates in road, fell and cross country races, track and field athletics. Gibson a cavaliers note book and was referenced by lady antonia fraser in her work on english 17thcentury women. With central manchester and liverpool both within 40 minutes by car and arnside and silverdale an area of outstanding natural beauty aonb less than an hour away the blundell arms is ideally located for exploring the regions most important sights. Horwich heritage will also be presenting murder on the moor at the blundell arms on april 17. The knowsley deeds referred to are described as relating to former possessions of the earl of derby. A lovely valentines menu, food was lovely and great wine choices one of our favourite places locally. Welcome to halliwell local history society halliwell.
The town owes its existence to the loco works, and despite the works closing in 1983, it remains an important part of the towns heritage and identity, with many local people retaining a strong connection with it. They have changing specials, lunch and evening deals and fabulous sunday roasts. Welcome to the blundell arms the pubs distinctive stone slate roofs and its dressed stone and quoins on the exterior fit perfectly with this area where beautiful architecture and history flourish together. Blundell arms public house, horwich, bolton british listed buildings. Blundell arms the pubs distinctive stone slate roofs and its dressed stone and quoins on the exterior fit perfectly with this area where beautiful architecture and history flourish together. Thank you for sharing christmas with us at the blundell arms and making it our best yet. Less than 15 minutes walk away lies the grade ii listed holy trinity church consecrated in 1831 and constructed by renowned. I suspect that the bridge inn was only licensed to sell beer at this time and given its prime location in the centre of town it made sense for the landlord to transfer the spirit licence from the sportsmans. Blundell arms horwich, bolton greater manchester pub opening. Whatever your reason for visiting this attractive area the blundell arms is a wonderful historic. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The pubs distinctive stone slate roofs, and its dressed stone and quoins on the exterior fit perfectly with this area, where beautiful architecture and history flourish together. The book is comprised of black and white photographs with captions and features farmsteads, cottages, the fire staion, local shops and industry, quarries and mines, the flood of 1850, and much, much more. As a chef and brewer pub restaurant they pride themselves in offering the highest standards of traditional pub food, drink and service.
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