The Light

Bolton's multiplex cinema sits right in the town centre, and it's the sort of place that makes sense if you're planning a rainy-day detour from Burrs Country Park. The Light screens the usual mix of blockbusters and family films across multiple screens - nothing groundbreaking, but it does the job when the weather turns or the kids need entertaining after a day outdoors.

You'll find it's a standard modern cinema experience: decent enough seats, reasonable concession prices if you can stomach paying £6 for a bag of popcorn, and the usual pre-film ads. It's worth checking their website for what's on before you visit, obviously, since what's showing changes weekly. The location near Bury means it's convenient if you're staying at Burrs Country Park and fancy an evening out rather than cooking in the caravan.

Honestly, it's not the sort of attraction you'd plan a holiday around. But if you're after a couple of hours indoors - and let's face it, Lancashire weather can be unpredictable - it's fine. The nearest town facilities mean you could grab a bite before or after the film. Allow two to three hours from start to finish, depending on queues and what time you go. Check their site for ticket prices and current showings.