To help you out, we asked Bolton News readers on Facebook where they like to shop for Christmas presents in and around Bolton.

From Bury to Chorley, here are the best places to get your Christmas shopping done near the town, according to locals.

Best shops for Christmas shopping in and around Bolton

While some locals suggested it was best to avoid Bolton and shop elsewhere due to its lack of shops, others said shopping in the town would help.

One said: “Shop in Bolton or it dies Stop being prima Donna’s”.

Another said: “I’ll be using Bolton town centre as much as I can to support our local businesses and local jobs.”

Horwich was mentioned by one local who said: “Horwich is always worth a trip. Some small businesses that have that ‘extra touch’ I particular love Analyse a little wax melts and homemade smellies it’s lovely xx always somewhere to grab lunch too round about xx”.

Another said: “Horwich has nice gift shops”.

A third recommended the town, saying: “Horwich. Independent shops, some lovely places to eat & drink, and easy to get to by bus if you want to leave the car at home.”

Someone else commented: “love Horwich for shopping too. Ruby Rose Clothing Boutique is my fav, although I tend to buy more for myself than anyone else lol”.

Blackpool was also suggested by locals with one saying: “Love Blackpool we go every year x”.

Others mentioned Manchester, including the Trafford Centre and the Arndale.

The likes of Bury and Chorley were also mentioned: “Horwich is fantastic. Bury is lovely and so is Chorley”.

Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Let us know in our poll below.

Budgeting for Christmas gifts

Recommended reading:

Bury was recommended by another local who said: “Definitely Bury something for every taste and every budget x”.

“Market place is good and Market, boots and new primark opening shortly. Horwich is a great little area for shopping and westhoughton not bad, several nice little shops”, said another local.

Others said they’d rather order their Christmas gifts online as opposed to a physical shopping trip, using sites like Amazon.