Events

Event Series Mini Makers

Mini Makers

The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

Mini Makers is our weekly session for under 5s to get creative and play! Each week, our Engagement Coordinator, Emily, prepares a fun (often messy!) activity for little people and their grown-ups to enjoy together. Activities often include painting, clay, collage, and drawing, and they are designed to encourage self-expression and the development of motor skills. Mini Makers is also an opportunity for children to develop social skills, whilst making and playing with other similarly aged children. For parents and […]

£3
Event Series Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

An exciting new FREE exhibition that celebrates music and entertainment from across the borough opens at the Museum of Wigan Life. We are known world-wide for our rich heritage, incredible venues, and wealth of talent and the dynamic and interactive displays will showcase the very best. From cinemas and local legends to brass bands and northern soul – this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]

Free
Event Series Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

An exciting new FREE exhibition that celebrates music and entertainment from across the borough opens at the Museum of Wigan Life. We are known world-wide for our rich heritage, incredible venues, and wealth of talent and the dynamic and interactive displays will showcase the very best. From cinemas and local legends to brass bands and northern soul – this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]

Free
Event Series Scarecrow Competition

Scarecrow Competition

Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United Kingdom

Build a Coronation Scarecrow Competition on Sunday 7 May and Monday 8 May 2023 in The Walled Kitchen Garden A fun family and group activity. Build kit (Frame, straw and some clothes) provided. Bring your own old clothes and embellishments. Generous Prizes * 6 persons per family or group. Build slots of 90mins from 10:00am £12 per group including the booking fee Look out for further details and booking details on Haigh Woodland Park Facebook

The Big Coronation Lunch

Leigh Town Hall Market Street, Leigh, Wigan, United Kingdom

Make the most of the bank holiday weekend and head to Leigh Town Hall to enjoy an afternoon of fun and feasting. There will be local talent, crafts, funfair rides and much more. Bring your own picnic (alcohol will not be permitted on site) or tuck into the traditional foodie treats on offer. Suitable for all ages.

Free
Event Series Scarecrow Competition

Scarecrow Competition

Haigh Woodland Park School Lane, Wigan, United Kingdom

Build a Coronation Scarecrow Competition on Sunday 7 May and Monday 8 May 2023 in The Walled Kitchen Garden A fun family and group activity. Build kit (Frame, straw and some clothes) provided. Bring your own old clothes and embellishments. Generous Prizes * 6 persons per family or group. Build slots of 90mins from 10:00am £12 per group including the booking fee Look out for further details and booking details on Haigh Woodland Park Facebook

The Mayor’s Coronation Party in the Park

Mesnes Park Mesnes Park Terrace, Wigan, United Kingdom

Join The Mayor of Wigan Borough for our Coronation Party in the Park! Boasting a range of family entertainment, games, fun fair rides, food stalls and much more, it’s an opportunity to gather with your loved ones and celebrate a historical day in the lovely setting of Mesnes park.

Free
Event Series Mini Makers

Mini Makers

The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

Mini Makers is our weekly session for under 5s to get creative and play! Each week, our Engagement Coordinator, Emily, prepares a fun (often messy!) activity for little people and their grown-ups to enjoy together. Activities often include painting, clay, collage, and drawing, and they are designed to encourage self-expression and the development of motor skills. Mini Makers is also an opportunity for children to develop social skills, whilst making and playing with other similarly aged children. For parents and […]

£3
Event Series Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

An exciting new FREE exhibition that celebrates music and entertainment from across the borough opens at the Museum of Wigan Life. We are known world-wide for our rich heritage, incredible venues, and wealth of talent and the dynamic and interactive displays will showcase the very best. From cinemas and local legends to brass bands and northern soul – this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]

Free
Event Series Open Mic Poetry

Open Mic Poetry

The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

Write Out Load Open Mic Poetry is back! There is always a diverse selection of poetry on offer which makes for a great night of entertainment so join us at 7:30pm for an 8pm start! You're very welcome to join us whether you wish to read or just enjoy listening to the work of others.

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]

Free

Rob Jones

The Old Courts Crawford Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

We welcome you to enjoy free live music, every Friday & Saturday in the Bailiff Bar. Grab a drink and bask in the great ambience of our local artists. Local singer-songwriter Rob Jones returns to the Bailiff Bar. He’ll be playing a fine selection of rock and Indie belters… with a few of his own original tracks thrown in for good measure too.  Rob’s upbeat and energetic style of performance covers music from across the decades from old favourites through to […]

Free

The Sedition/Shrouded/Kained/Super

The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, Wigan, United Kingdom

A mix of alsorts for this one, introducing 2 new bands to us and one it’ll be their debut gig. A band that have really impressed in the short time of being on the scene is The Sedition who are a very talented young band. Influenced by classic rock/hard rock but have a modern sound. Next up is a band, you may recognise/remember them as Rivver. Well, they’ve taken on a more heavier sound and this’ll be their debut gig […]

£5
Event Series Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor

Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, Wigan, United Kingdom

An exciting new FREE exhibition that celebrates music and entertainment from across the borough opens at the Museum of Wigan Life. We are known world-wide for our rich heritage, incredible venues, and wealth of talent and the dynamic and interactive displays will showcase the very best. From cinemas and local legends to brass bands and northern soul – this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]

Free
Event Series Climate. Emergency. Hope

Climate. Emergency. Hope

The Turnpike Civic Square, Leigh, United Kingdom

The Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]

Free