5 of the best farm shops ideal for a mooch in and around Bolton this spring
Whether you're an expert in the kitchen or like to experiment with new foods and recipes, buying some local produce from a farm shop could be a great way to change up your cooking routine at home.
To help you choose where to visit, we've rounded up five of the best farm shops near Bolton, according to Google Reviews.
Location: Off Bury Lane, Withnell, Chorley, PR6 8SD
Google Reviews rating: 5
One person said: 'We visited the farm shop on Saturday afternoon and was pleasantly served by 2 members of staff/owners who were very helpful and attentive.
'We choose a lovely piece of sirloin, which he went in the back to cut for us. There was plenty to go round and enough for a beef butty the day after!
'We have to say it's the best roast beef we've had/bought. Thank you, we will definitely be back next week!'
Another shared: 'Absolutely love The Green Cow. Everything we have bought is supreme in quality and the selection of produce seems to grow with each visit.
'The burgers are delicious, and the recently bought Jerk chicken breast huge and super spicy. Can't recommend enough'.
Location: Dawber's Lane, Euxton, Chorley, PR7 6EN
Google Reviews rating: 4.9
This person commented: 'Love a good local farm butcher... lots of selection and they are lovely... always chatty and even give you cooking tips!'
Another shared their experience: 'Warm friendly staff, always happy to help with selection and suggested cooking. Great selection of products, a one-stop shop, and it is very popular.'
Location: Johnsons Farm, Lafford Lane, Up Holland, Skelmersdale, WN8 0QY
Google Reviews rating: 4.9
One person said: 'The farm shop is always well stocked with good quality local produce at great prices. Much cheaper than supermarkets and far better value for money'.
Another shared: 'Great local farm shop. A nice choice of fresh fruits and vegetables on offer and some amazing pumpkins'.
Location: 4 Toogood Lane, Wrightington, Wigan, WN6 9PN
Google Reviews rating: 4.9
One customer commented: 'Fantastic little farm shop, great selection of fruit, veggies, meat & flowers. Also does great dog food'.
Someone else said: 'Good range of products and all really good quality. Excellent.'
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Location: Deardens Farm, 908 Manchester Road, Over Hulton, Bolton, BL5 1AT
Google Reviews rating: 4.8
One person said: 'Always a queue outside and there's a reason. Lovely ice cream flavors that rotate so you don't know exactly what you'll find. But equally guaranteed to be tasty whatever the flavour. Milk, eggs, fresh meat (butchers). As well as cakes and some other desserts. Think I need to ask for a loyalty card next time i go'.
Another shared: 'Such a pleasant experience, you can taste the freshness of the ice cream and every taste is so good and refreshing! We had the chance to see the animals of the attached farm too that made the whole moment more enjoyable. Would definitely go back, although take some more extra time as there are quite huge queues at times'.
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