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About Smithills

Smithills occupies the northern edge of Bolton, perched on the West Pennine Moors' lower slopes with fine views across Lancashire. The A58 Chorley New Road provides the main access from Bolton centre, whilst the M61 junction 6 offers the quickest route for longer journeys from Manchester or Preston. The area boasts over 300 EV charging points nearby and excellent bus links into Bolton. Smithills Hall, a stunning 14th-century manor house with Tudor additions, remains the district's crown jewel.

Where is Smithills on the map?

Smithills is in England, at 53.599, -2.455 - about 12 km south of Spring Vale, Blackburn with Darwen.

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What is the closest airport to Smithills?

The closest airport to Smithills is Manchester Airport, 37 km (about 33 min by car). Other airports nearby: Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

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