Visitors to Bolton Abbey have been welcomed here since the foundation of Bolton Priory in 1154. In 1810 the Rev. William Carr and the 6th Duke of Devonshire opened Strid Wood to the public. Together they designed 12 miles of glorious walks with carefully positioned resting spots to take in the spectacular views. Today you can follow these paths and relax and admire the views from the resting spots. It wasn't until the railway arrived in 1888 that Bolton Abbey became the popular visitor destination that it is today. On an August Bank Holiday in the 1890's the railway brought over 40, 000 people to Bolton Abbey.
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