Why Autumn is the Perfect Time to Explore Bygone Times
- 5 days ago
- Antique Shopping, Autumn Shopping, Lancashire, Vintage Shopping
As the days shorten, the air offers a crisp, wonderful chill and we prepare to get cosy, there’s no better place than the embrace the Autumnal feeling than Bygone Times, Lancashire’s leading antiques centre.
Forget braving the rain and wind at a soggy car boot sale, or wrestling through the crowds at a nondescript chain retailer or shopping centre – Bygone Times offers an unbeatable, unhurried haven with unique mystique for shopping and collecting, with a warm, homely and heart atmosphere.
Packed with hidden treasures and pleasures, including seasonal décor and gifts for October, Bygone Times contains over 500 unique stalls powered by unique independent traders and local businesses.
Escape The Autumnal Chill
Though Lancashire is glorious in all seasons and weathers, and Autumn is no exception, there’s no doubt that the weather is unpredictable and the temperature is dropping, and shoppers and families are seeking warm, cosy places to enjoy their days out.
Bygone Times is famous for its antiques, collectables and vintage shopping, but it’s so much more than that – it’s a warm, dry destination that has something for everyone!
Once you step foot in our 85,000 square foot facility with five captivating floors and over 500 stalls, the rain, wind and Autumnal gloom will be a distant memory. Bygone Times’ 19th century destination takes visitors on a journey through past and present, stocked with items and collectables to cover all niches and interests under one historic roof.
Unlike the silly-o-clock morning scramble to the freezing car boot sale, or the frantic energy of the high street, Bygone Times’ relaxed atmosphere offers a calm, leisurely browsing experience that’s filled with character and characters!
There’s no need to brave the cold to find something special this Autumn – take your time and enjoy the discovery process at Bygone Times.
A Vintage Start to Christmas Shopping
The festive season often creeps up on us, but Bygone Times offers homeowners and businesses alike to get ahead of the curve. A wonderful time to begin your Christmas shopping, Bygone Times is a hotbed for thoughtful, unique Christmas presents, and adds a charming, whimsical vintage touch to your décor and wrapping.
Bygone Times’ 500+ stallholders is a far-cry from mass-produced, flimsy plastic – our local traders offer gifts crafted with quality and character, providing a personalised festive touch at a price-point that offers some incredible value when compared with general retail.
If vintage festive decorations, vintage and traditional wrapping materials and unique stocking fillers are your thing, discover a selection of Christmas-focussed stalls at Bygone Times, offering the quality and character you need to get into the festive spirit.
Preparing for the Autumn and Winter
With Winter just around the corner, Bygone Times is packed with everything you need to transform the home into a warm, inviting sanctuary. Naturally, we all spend a lot of time at home during the colder months – why not discover Bygone Times to make things comfier and cosier?!
Soft Furnishings
Discover vintage blankets, throws and cushions to decorate living areas and bedrooms.
Statement Pieces
Bygone Times offer the perfect armchairs, sofas, coffee tables and furniture items to ignite the room this Autumn.
Seasonal Décor
Capture the essence of Autumn with a rustic, authentic selection of seasonal décor, such as wooden signs, ambient amber glass vases, wreaths, dried flower arrangements, globes and photo frames.
Garden & Outdoor
Though the bulk of the emphasis on gardens and outdoors is done for another year, Bygone Times offer a range of garden stoneware, outdoor antiques, and quality perennial shrubs filled with Autumnal colour, such as pansies and violas to gave outdoor spaces a touch of enduring character.
The Cotton Café: Refuel & Warm-Up
Don’t forget to visit The Cotton Café! Proper Autumnal browsing requires proper brews and proper breaks! Our Cotton Café is the perfect refuge for weary shoppers, with a selection of homemade hot beverages, treats and meals that warm the soul!