A new development of beautiful homes has taken shape over in Bolton – and these are some seriously good-looking properties.
Cynefin by Northstone is a collection of 177 energy-efficient homes that are so well-designed they wouldn’t look out of place in LA.
With Scandi-style interiors, roof gardens with beautiful views, and a green setting thoughtfully designed along the original fairways of the former Horwich Gold Club, they’ve got a lot going for them.
There’s a variety of home designs and sizes at Cynefin by Northstone, each with premium interiors, smart technology and a well-connected setting.
Residents here will be just a stone’s throw from Horwich Parkway Station, with direct services into Manchester, Bolton, Preston and beyond, as well as the Middlebrook Retail Park and the Toughsheet Community Stadium.
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You’ll also find yourself close to the M61 motorway, loads of bus services, and just 40 minutes’ drive from Manchester Airport too.
The dining room at Cynefin in BoltonA modern kitchenAnother view of the kitchen/dinerSouth-west-facing gardensA sizeable utility roomThe sunny Cynefin living room
But despite being so well-connected, the development has a rural air to it thanks to its proximity to Rivington Pike and Winter Hill (there are great cycle routes and footpaths to get you there).
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The neighbourhood itself is a quiet, elevated area surrounded by established trees, but has urban convenience right on the doorstep.
Back to the houses themselves, and the four-bedroom, three-storey villa we’re showing you today.
As you enter this style of home, you’ll notice several things straight away – first up, they’re beautifully presented, with a simple design executed really, really well.
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High ceilings, flexible spaces, and an open-plan Scandi design are all key features of a Cynefin by Northstone home.
There’s also masses of storage (which you don’t see every day in new builds).
Master bedroomA bedroom turned into a master suiteThird bedroomFourth bedroomCynefin has a roof garden overlooking BoltonBook a viewing at Cynefin by Northstone in Bolton
In the kitchen, all appliances included as standard include a double oven with a built-in airfryer, an induction hob, a fridge/freezer and a dishwasher.
There are sunny, south west-facing gardens, turfed and fenced when residents move in, and loads of parking space outside too.
Throughout the home you’ll find triple-glazed full-length windows, letting in lots of light and keeping the home as energy efficient as possible (helped along by extra insulation and solar panels).
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And then, the piece de resistance – the rooftop terrace. Perfect for BBQs, romantic dinners, family breakfasts, or just relaxing with a good book after a long day, these little sun traps have gorgeous views and feel a million miles away from Greater Manchester.
Interested? Book a viewing of Cynefin by Northstone in Bolton HERE.
Be part of the biggest Great Manchester Run ever
Danny Jones
Runners and regular Mancs alike, start lacing up your trainers and sorting safety pins early, because the Great Manchester Run is back for 2026, and you can be part of it.
With sign-ups flying and bibs selling out fast, we really recommend getting a move on and booking your place now to make sure you’re part of what is, without fail, not just one of the most exciting dates on the local sporting calendar, but always a great day for the city in general.
Returning for its 23rd edition and fourth year being backed by principal sponsors, AJ Bell, we can assure it’ll be as well-attended as ever.
In fact, judging by the numbers already and the increasing crowds of spectators every year, this is looking on course to be the biggest Great Manchester Run to date.
The only question is, are you going to help make it the BEST yet by joining the thousands of others already finding the perfect spot to hang their shiny new medal?
Half-marathon, 10k, junior and mini races
As ever, the Great MCR Run isn’t just limited to one event: there are multiple distances, routes and age groups that can race the route in and around the city centre.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner looking to get in a PB, looking to box off your first half, love a 10, or you’re a youngster looking to get in on the action and soak up some of that glory on the day
So, whether you’re a seasoned runner looking to get in a PB, looking to box off your first half, love a 10, or you’re a youngster looking to get in on the action and soak up some of that glory on the day, there really is fun for all ages.
In all seriousness, even watching the massive metropolitan event stood next to the roads with homemade signs promises plenty of atmosphere, but with fancy dress galore, various different activations in the middle of the city, there’s not a chance you’ll get bored.
Even in the years we’ve missed out on running it ourselves (it sold well in advance last year, for instance), the pure buzz we got from joining countless other Mancs cheering from the pavement is enough to keep us coming back time and time again.
All that being said, if you’re looking to sort the perfect Christmas present for a runner, or simply need more reason to give yourself the kick up the backside you’ve been waiting for and just put your name down, this is it.
Besides the full annual marathon in April, running events simply don’t get bigger in this region than this one, so don’t miss out.
Sign up for the 2026 Great Manchester Run right HERE.
Featured Images — Great Run Company/AJ Bell (supplied)
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A candlelit Queen tribute concert is returning to Manchester
Danny Jones
Yes, you read that right: a candlelit concert dedicated to the one and only Queen, with a spectacular West End Cast and a talented live rock band, is coming to Manchester city centre in January.
In fact, it’s coming home, as this wonderful event started right here in 0161 back in 2021.
Concerts by Candlelight themselves host concerts up and down the country at various points throughout the year, but their much-loved ‘Queen by Candlelight‘ special knows all about lighting up Manc venues.
Having since gone on to become an internationally acclaimed live concert experience, we’re glad we still get to see the ‘Princes of the Universe’ on our doorstep.
Credit: Concerts by Candlelight (supplied)
With the likes of Bridgewater Hall and the magical Manchester Monastery all having played host to the promotion on many ocassions, this time Queen by Candlelight is coming to the legendary Manchester Opera House in the new year.
One of our most historic and legendary theatres, it’s only fitting, really, that they be chosen to welcome a night of equally iconic tunes.
But it’s worth reminding more casual fans that these aren’t just British rock and pop anthems; Queen‘s discography is one that still has global recognition to this day.
That’s why this specific show has been taken to virtually every corner of the world, with the incredibly talented cast of singers and musicians delighting audiences in Dubai, Australia, New Zealand and New York, to domestic crowds here in town and down in London’s West End.
‘Queenies’ or ‘Darlings’, as Freddie Mercury used to call them, can expect all the big hits, from ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and ‘We Are The Champions’, to ‘It’s a Kind of Magic’ and ‘Who Wants to Live Forever’ and plenty more from the back catalogue.
Here’s a glimpse of what’s in store this coming January:
With tickets already flying out fast, we really would recommend securing your seats early before they inevitably sell out.
To quote the promoters themselves, “this spectacular celebration of Queen’s biggest hits is guaranteed to rock you.”
Coming to the Manchester Opera House on Tuesday, 6 January, you can book your tickets for Queen by Candlelight right HERE.
And if you’ve never been to one of their candlelit events before, you only need to see how much of a ball we had at their country event earlier this year to find out how much fun they are…
Daisy Jackson -
1st October 2025 
