Hello, Bolton
Helping Bolton grow stronger, together
Free walks, women’s sport, nature days and a friendly hand when you need one. Whoever you are, there’s a place for you at Evolve.
- Free to join
- Women-only sessions
- All ages welcome
What we do
Three ways we help our community thrive
Everything we do is free or low cost, close to home, and built around what local people tell us they need.
Active & Healthy
Walking groups, women’s football and community sport that make being active feel easy and fun.
Find out more Make friendsConnected & Resilient
Women-only workshops, sessions that bring generations together, and practical help when life gets hard.
Find out more Love where you liveGreener Neighbourhoods
Community Nature Days, litter picks and park makeovers that bring neighbours together outdoors.
Find out moreThe Evolve Trail
Every journey starts with one small step
Most people start with a walk or a chat. Before long they’re playing, planting, making friends, and some go on to lead. Where will your path take you?
- Stop 1
Walk
Lace up and join a friendly group walk at Moses Gate Country Park. No pace is too slow.
Join a walk - Stop 2
Play
Women’s football, community sport and getting about on foot, wheels or bike. Try something new and have a laugh.
Find your game - Stop 3
Grow
Plant, tidy and transform our parks with Community Nature Days. See the difference you make straight away.
Get outdoors - Stop 4
Connect
Make friends, learn new skills and find a helping hand when life gets tough.
Meet people - Stop 5
Lead
Train as a walk leader or Nature Champion and help the next person find their path.
Volunteer with us
A growing community, making a real difference
- The year we started bringing Bolton together
- 2021
- Grants won for our community in 2026
- 10
- Invested in local people this year
- £37,699
- Community Nature Days planned this year
- 12
New here?
Nervous about your first time? Don’t be.
Walking into something new can feel like a big step. Here’s what to expect.
Ask us anything-
Say hello
Send us a message or just come along. We’ll introduce you to everyone, so you won’t be on your own.
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Go at your pace
Join in as much or as little as you like. There’s no pressure, no special kit, and most things are completely free.
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Make it yours
Come back, bring a friend, try something new. Every one of our volunteers had a first time too.
Follow along
See what we’ve been up to
Walks, nature days, football and plenty of smiles. Our Instagram is the best place to see Evolve in action and find out what’s coming up next.
Follow @evolvecommunitygroupFancy giving us a hand?
Volunteers are the heart of Evolve. Lead a walk, help at a Nature Day or coach a session. We’ll give you training, friendship and a real sense of pride.
Proudly supported by
- The National Lottery Community Fund
- Sport England
- Forever Manchester
- Bolton CVS - Farnworth Fund
- Bolton’s Fund
- Sported
- StreetGames
- Transport for Greater Manchester