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Only 11 miles from Manchester, six miles from Bolton and seven miles from Rochdale, Bury is an ideal place for commuters working in these places to set up home. Train and bus services as well as the Metrolink tram service offer convenient transport around the town and further afield for non-drivers, while the A58 provides easy access to nearby cities. Bury is a bustling town with a rich industrial heritage steeped in Roman history, much of which is still visible to this very day.

Average costs for Bury

• Monthly travel pass: £62
• Cappuccino: £2.55
• Pint of beer: £3
• Three course meal for two people: £47.50
• Monthly gym membership: £26.93

Best areas to live in Bury

Quiet rural villages and busy suburbs surround the town of Bury, offering something for everyone, and all within close proximity to Manchester, Bolton and Rochdale.  

Greenmount

The village of Greenmount is popular among commuters looking for affordable living and proximity to Manchester, with average property prices standing at £312,761. The village is 3.1 miles north of Bury town centre and 13 miles north of Manchester, with amenities including schools, a golf club, a tennis club and beautiful green spaces.

Ramsbottom

Ramsbottom is a large market village steeped in industrial history, and it boasts stunning Pennine scenery and beautiful period properties. It is located four miles north of Bury and 12 miles north of Manchester, and its property prices average at £241,101. The M66 connects the town to Manchester, while its railway station is serviced by the East Lancashire Railway service, making the village incredibly popular among commuters.

Elton

With average property prices of £157,065, Elton is one of Bury’s most affordable suburbs. Only 10 miles north of Manchester, six miles from Bolton and 7.5 miles from Rochdale, it is perfectly situated for commuters, who can reach these bigger cities easily via nearby motorways and the A58.

Lowercroft

Lowercroft is an affordable suburb of Bury that combines the natural beauty of the Elton Brook with the convenience of proximity to multiple primary schools, shops, pubs and sports clubs. Located 2.1 miles from Bury town centre and 10 miles from Manchester via the A56, Lowercroft’s residents include professionals, commuters and families.

Holcombe

With average house prices sitting at £365,083, Holcombe is an affluent village brimming with stone cottages and period properties. It is located on the Holcombe Moor, only 16 miles north of Manchester and eight miles from Bolton. The National Trust moorland that surrounds Holcombe is great for nature-lovers, who can enjoy walking, jogging, birdwatching and cycling on the many footpaths and bridleways.

Things to do in Bury

Whether you’re interested in the history of Greater Manchester or the natural beauty of the North, Bury has something to keep everyone entertained. 

Visit the Bury Transport Museum

The Bury Transport Museum is one of the town’s most-visited attractions, and it’s not hard to see why, given its interactive exhibitions, extensive display of beautifully restored vehicles, and original artefacts that tell the story of the North West’s fascinating industrial heritage. Entry to the museum is free, and it is located in central Bury close to Bury Bolton Street Station. 

Stroll around Burrs Country Park

An eight-minute drive north of central Bury, Burrs Country Park sits on the River Irwell, and is a fantastic spot of natural beauty for birdwatching, jogging, walking, fishing and canoeing. In addition, the park boasts an onsite café and pub, plus a children’s play area, as well as part of the Irwell Sculpture Trail and steam trains running on the East Lancs Railway line.

Watch a play at The Met

An award-winning cultural centre and hub of live music and theatre, The Met is located on Market Street in central Bury. Known across the country for its artistic programme of comedy, family entertainment, theatre and music, as well as its specialist folk programme, The Met is one of the most exciting places in Bury.

View the exhibitions at Bury Art Museum and Sculpture Centre

Situated in an impressive and ornate Edwardian building on Moss Street in the town centre, Bury Art Museum & Sculpture Centre has an array of permanent and temporary exhibitions for art lovers to enjoy, including the UK’s largest collection of language art and a programme about the museum’s history. 

Hit the shops at Mill Gate Shopping Centre

Located next to Bury’s market in the town centre, the Mill Gate Shopping Centre is a must visit for shopaholics and bargain lovers. Second-hand shops like the British Heart Foundation, Oxfam and RSPCA are havens for thrifters shopping on a budget or looking for antique furniture, while stores such as The Works and Waterstones are perfect for bookworms.