Bold

Civil Parish in Lancashire St. Helens

England

Bold

Doorway into Dream The back of the Dream sculpture by Jaume Plensa at Sutton Manor
Doorway into Dream Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Bold is a civil parish located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is situated approximately 2 miles east of the town of St Helens and lies within the Metropolitan Borough of St Helens. The parish covers an area of around 1.5 square miles and has a population of approximately 2,000 residents.

Bold is a predominantly residential area with a mix of housing types, including detached houses, semi-detached houses, and terraced houses. The architecture in the parish varies, with some properties dating back to the Victorian era, while others are more modern in design.

The parish is well-connected to surrounding areas by road, with the A570 passing through the area, providing access to nearby towns such as St Helens, Wigan, and Liverpool. Additionally, there are several bus services that serve the parish, providing convenient transportation options for residents.

Bold is home to several amenities and facilities, including a primary school, a community center, and a local pub. The area is also surrounded by green spaces, such as Bold Forest Park, which offers opportunities for outdoor activities and nature exploration.

Overall, Bold is a peaceful and pleasant residential area, offering a range of amenities and convenient transport links. Its proximity to larger towns and cities makes it an attractive place to live for those looking for a quieter suburban lifestyle while still having access to urban amenities.

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Bold Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.409955/-2.694744 or Grid Reference SJ5390. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Doorway into Dream The back of the Dream sculpture by Jaume Plensa at Sutton Manor
Doorway into Dream
The back of the Dream sculpture by Jaume Plensa at Sutton Manor
Dream Sculpture By Jaume Plensa at Sutton Manor
Dream Sculpture
By Jaume Plensa at Sutton Manor
Dream This 20m tall sculpture by Jaume Plensa is located on the old Sutton Manor Colliery site. The structure is coated in sparkling white Spanish dolomite, as a contrast to the coal which used to be mined here.
Dream
This 20m tall sculpture by Jaume Plensa is located on the old Sutton Manor Colliery site. The structure is coated in sparkling white Spanish dolomite, as a contrast to the coal which used to be mined here.
"When we dream, anything is possible..." Erected atop the site of an old colliery, "Dream" was created by the Spanish artist Jaume Plensa at the behest of former miners and the local council. The installation was completed in 2009. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.dreamsthelens.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.dreamsthelens.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
"When we dream, anything is possible..."
Erected atop the site of an old colliery, "Dream" was created by the Spanish artist Jaume Plensa at the behest of former miners and the local council. The installation was completed in 2009. See LinkExternal link
"Dream" and teasels - Sutton Manor Erected atop the site of an old colliery, "Dream" was created by the Spanish artist Jaume Plensa at the behest of former miners and the local council. The installation was completed in 2009. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.dreamsthelens.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.dreamsthelens.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
"Dream" and teasels - Sutton Manor
Erected atop the site of an old colliery, "Dream" was created by the Spanish artist Jaume Plensa at the behest of former miners and the local council. The installation was completed in 2009. See LinkExternal link
Dream Sculpture, Sutton Manor Woodland
Dream Sculpture, Sutton Manor Woodland
Footpath on North Side of Sutton Manor Woodland
Footpath on North Side of Sutton Manor Woodland
Path Leading Away From Dream, Sutton Manor Woodland
Path Leading Away From Dream, Sutton Manor Woodland
Pond in Clock Face Colliery Country Park
Pond in Clock Face Colliery Country Park
Path in Clock Face Colliery Country Park Fiddler's Ferry power station is visible in the distance.
Path in Clock Face Colliery Country Park
Fiddler's Ferry power station is visible in the distance.
Royal Mail Centre, Omega South Business Park Part of the redevelopment of the former Burtonwood airfield.
Royal Mail Centre, Omega South Business Park
Part of the redevelopment of the former Burtonwood airfield.
Frenchfields Crescent off Gorsey Lane
Frenchfields Crescent off Gorsey Lane
Gorsey Lane, Clock Face
Gorsey Lane, Clock Face
Gorsey Lane at Clock Face Lane, Clock Face
Gorsey Lane at Clock Face Lane, Clock Face
Gartons Lane at Bodden Street, Clock Face
Gartons Lane at Bodden Street, Clock Face
Dream The "Dream" sculpture on the site of Sutton Manor Colliery.
Dream
The "Dream" sculpture on the site of Sutton Manor Colliery.
Gorsey Lane New houses alongside Gorsey Lane.
Gorsey Lane
New houses alongside Gorsey Lane.
Northfield Riding Centre
Northfield Riding Centre
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Bold is located at Grid Ref: SJ5390 (Lat: 53.409955, Lng: -2.694744)

Administrative County: Merseyside

District: St. Helens

Police Authority: Merseyside

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