We support the Bolton Archives and Local Studies Service by maintaining collections of local interest material in our libraries across the Borough.
The Central Library has a large collection of local history items for loan, including books and DVDs.
At Westhoughton, Horwich, Harwood and Farnworth libraries we have significant collections of material relating specifically to those areas and these include original documents. Westhoughton Library houses the Pretoria Pit Collection and Horwich Library holds material on the Horwich Loco Works.
Every Community Library has a smaller selection of Local Studies material for reference and loan.