Transport

Horwich Parkway

Horwich Parkway rail station was officially opened on 2nd July 1999 by Bolton West MP Ruth Kelly. Costing 4 million, the station is situated at Middlebrook, next to the Reebok Stadium. Horwich Parkway links Preston and Blackpool to the north and Bolton and Manchester to the south.

The Station is supported by a regular bus services and taxis. People are being encouraged to leave their cars at home, therefore easing road traffic, cutting pollution and benefitting the environment.

Over 85,000 passengers have used Horwich Parkway since opening in July 1999

The nearest stations are at Horwich Parkway, Blackrod and Lostock where there are "Park and Ride" facilities.

Timetable enquires Tel: 08457 48 49 50 or visit: National Rail

Various private bus companies operate in the Horwich area providing frequent bus services to all neighbouring towns, with connections to coastal resorts.

First Manchester
575 Bolton - Horwich - Blackrod - Wigan
Enquires Travel Line - Tel: 08712 002233 ; or visit: GMPTE

Stagecoach Services North West
125 Bolton - Horwich - Adlington - Chorley - Preston
126 Bolton - Horwich - Adlington - Chorley - Preston
Enquires Travel Line - Tel: 08712 002233

Arriva Northwest
615 Horwich - Leigh - Atherton - Westhoughton - Horwich
Enquires Tel: (01204) 651800

Maytree Travel
505 Horwich - Bolton via local estates and Middlebrook
Enquires Tel: (01204) 651800

South Lancs Travel
516 Horwich - Leigh - Atherton - Westhoughton - Horwich
517 Horwich - Leigh - Atherton - Westhoughton - Horwich

For all bus timetable enquiries contact Travel Line 0871 2002233