Members bolty58 Posted August 17, 2022 Members Share Posted August 17, 2022 If I were ever to come back, the Bradshaw/Harwood area for me. Living amongst true Boltonians, beautiful countryside (don't know whether to use 'spectacular', 'enthralling' or bewitching') with incredible wildlife, clean air etc. No doubt there are other good areas which have survived the onslaught. I would only be venturing into town when absolutely necessary. I did however have a pint in t'Griffin yesterday. Just for old times sake. Was pleasantly surprised with the apparent increase in the number of teeth present. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomski Posted August 17, 2022 Share Posted August 17, 2022 2 hours ago, bolty58 said: If I were ever to come back, the Bradshaw/Harwood area for me. Living amongst true Boltonians, beautiful countryside (don't know whether to use 'spectacular', 'enthralling' or bewitching') with incredible wildlife, clean air etc. No doubt there are other good areas which have survived the onslaught. I would only be venturing into town when absolutely necessary. I did however have a pint in t'Griffin yesterday. Just for old times sake. Was pleasantly surprised with the apparent increase in the number of teeth present. Man knows his stuff!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royal white Posted August 17, 2022 Share Posted August 17, 2022 All kicking off outside Bolton library and museum today. Fuck listening to NICs advice on where to take the kids. https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/20667875.amp/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deane koontz Posted August 17, 2022 Share Posted August 17, 2022 12 minutes ago, royal white said: All kicking off outside Bolton library and museum today. Fuck listening to NICs advice on where to take the kids. https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/20667875.amp/ Is this something to do with it too ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royal white Posted August 17, 2022 Share Posted August 17, 2022 4 minutes ago, deane koontz said: Is this something to do with it too ? Looks like it could be Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traf Posted August 17, 2022 Share Posted August 17, 2022 Good to see GMPs finest spring into action. At one point, they almost broke into a brisk walk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Horwich Posted August 18, 2022 Moderators Share Posted August 18, 2022 Argos closing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Casino Posted August 18, 2022 Moderators Share Posted August 18, 2022 1 hour ago, Horwich said: Argos closing like many closures, nowt to do with bolton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bolty58 Posted August 18, 2022 Members Share Posted August 18, 2022 12 hours ago, deane koontz said: Is this something to do with it too ? Same bastard we saw on a motorbike at Boundary Park some years ago. Looking for revenge for being clothes lined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadRunnerFan Posted August 18, 2022 Share Posted August 18, 2022 6 hours ago, Horwich said: Argos closing 4 hours ago, Casino said: like many closures, nowt to do with bolton Sad to see it close and hope the building doesn't become another vacant eyesore, but why did we ever need 2 Argos's in Bolton Town centre? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Carlos Posted August 18, 2022 Moderators Share Posted August 18, 2022 Can park straight outside Trinity or Bury ones. Dead duck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Casino Posted August 18, 2022 Moderators Share Posted August 18, 2022 20 minutes ago, Carlos said: Can park straight outside Trinity or Bury ones. Dead duck. not just that, is it every sainsburys now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweep Posted August 18, 2022 Share Posted August 18, 2022 20 minutes ago, Casino said: not just that, is it every sainsburys now indeed, our local one closed down about 2 years ago, and relocated firstly to Homebase, then more recently to Sainsbury. Fortunately the unit they were in has been replaced with a half decent clothes shop, so at least it's not just been left a derelict shell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomski Posted August 18, 2022 Share Posted August 18, 2022 4 hours ago, Sweep said: indeed, our local one closed down about 2 years ago, and relocated firstly to Homebase, then more recently to Sainsbury. Fortunately the unit they were in has been replaced with a half decent clothes shop, so at least it's not just been left a derelict shell How’s the little swan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L/H White Posted August 18, 2022 Share Posted August 18, 2022 Argos closing down. Been there since I was a kid that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bolty58 Posted August 18, 2022 Members Share Posted August 18, 2022 I was roped into going to the Trafford Centre today. An eye opener. "I'm an alien, I'm a legal alien, I'm an Englishman in Manchestoh". Reminiscent of Doha airport which I have passed through on many occasions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Casino Posted August 18, 2022 Moderators Share Posted August 18, 2022 30 minutes ago, L/H White said: Argos closing down. Been there since I was a kid that. 30 years? Time must fly, cos i remember it being near the york/clifton Though im now doubting myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gonzo Posted August 18, 2022 Share Posted August 18, 2022 On 17/08/2022 at 20:37, royal white said: All kicking off outside Bolton library and museum today. Fuck listening to NICs advice on where to take the kids. https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/20667875.amp/ Kicked off here too. If you are that arsed just dont send your kid to the show. Not a chance Id send mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter FrancisFogarty Posted August 18, 2022 Site Supporter Share Posted August 18, 2022 32 minutes ago, Casino said: 30 years? Time must fly, cos i remember it being near the york/clifton Though im now doubting myself No, I think you're right. Turned into acheap supermarket I think. More opposite Aults (?) than Clifton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L/H White Posted August 18, 2022 Share Posted August 18, 2022 47 minutes ago, Casino said: 30 years? Time must fly, cos i remember it being near the york/clifton Though im now doubting myself could be wrong, but always seem to remember it there, think Index used to be in the market hall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayjayoghani Posted August 18, 2022 Share Posted August 18, 2022 30 minutes ago, Francis Fogarty said: No, I think you're right. Turned into acheap supermarket I think. More opposite Aults (?) than Clifton. Yeah Argos used to be fairly close to Great Moor St. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Casino Posted August 18, 2022 Moderators Share Posted August 18, 2022 25 minutes ago, L/H White said: could be wrong, but always seem to remember it there, think Index used to be in the market hall Yes, right in the corner Think index belonged to littlewoods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter MickyD Posted August 18, 2022 Site Supporter Share Posted August 18, 2022 2 hours ago, L/H White said: Argos closing down. Been there since I was a kid that. The current location (junction of Bow St and Bridge St) was still Co-op and Concorde Restaurant and an old bank in 1990 although all closed down. It ended up on fire, usually deliberate in order to speed up the planning process to demolish. The old sandstone façade of the bank was supposed to remain as part of the plans but mysteriously fell down irreparably, just as the front of the old Marsden Rd Fire Station and other similar buildings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter FrancisFogarty Posted August 18, 2022 Site Supporter Share Posted August 18, 2022 38 minutes ago, Casino said: Yes, right in the corner Think index belonged to littlewoods Index/Littlewoods was where the covid jab place is now, in the MH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traf Posted August 18, 2022 Share Posted August 18, 2022 Can you imagine the founders of Argos going on Dragon's Den? "We're here to ask for £150k for 5% of our new retail development, where we sell pretty much every electrical item etc that you can think of, but you're not allowed to see them until after you've paid." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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