FaMAS Art Gallery and Studios

Sadie Pearson

FaMAS Studios is a Bolton based art gallery founded and managed by Bolton based award winning artist, Pete Marsh.

The old Falcon Mill is re-imagined as an artists space, a Grade 2 listed Cotton Spinning mill.

Without specific opening hours, it is wise to book an appointment to ensure you don’t miss out on exploring the space and works.

Falcon Mill, Handel StBoltonBL1 8BL View map
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What's on near FaMAS Art Gallery and Studios

Of Mice and Men at Octagon Theatre Bolton
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TheatreBolton
Of Mice and Men at Octagon Theatre Bolton

This gut-punching tale – with themes of loyalty, migration and prejudice – still strike a chord with a contemporary audience. Check out this new large-scale production of Steinbeck’s iconic story.

from £15.00
Marikiscrycrycry - Goner at The Lowry
DanceSalford
Marikiscrycrycry – Goner at Lowry

Created by performer and choreographer Malik Nashad Sharpe (aka Marikiscrycrycry), Goner is a unique live performance blending dance, horror and social exploration.

from £18.00

Where to go near FaMAS Art Gallery and Studios

Bolton
Theatre
The Victoria Hall

The Victoria Hall in Bolton is a beautiful entertainment venue which showcases theatre amongst much other live-entertainment.

Bolton Library Theatre
Bolton
Library
Bolton Library Theatre

Bolton Library Theatre is situated inside Bolton Museum, a public museum and art gallery, which is owned by Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council.

Bolton
Event venue
Albert Halls Bolton

A colonnaded neoclassical Victorian town hall, now hosting comedy, dance, music and pantomime shows, right in the heart of Bolton.

Octagon Theatre Bolton
Bolton
Theatre
Octagon Theatre

Currently undergoing an exciting period of redevelopment, the Octagon Theatre Bolton makes nationally-regarded theatre with a strong focus on community.

Atherton
Restaurant
The Snug

The Snug is a grassroots live music venue in Atherton, serving fresh coffee, craft ale and a smart range of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

Manchester
Restaurant
Listo Burrito

Listo Burrito on Manchester’s Oxford Street tempts busy diners with fresh ingredients and a modestly priced menu.

Manchester
Event venue
Burrs Country Park

Burrs Country Park lies on the River Irwell covering an area of 36 hectares of scenic countryside, one mile northwest of Bury town centre.

Hop and Hazlewood
Tyldesley
Bar or Pub
Hop and Hazlewood

Hop and Hazlewood is a craft beer and gin joint in the heart of Tyldesley, a short trip out of Manchester.

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