A clever comedy encompassing two worlds Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accident…….. Jack is refused entry into heaven because he is a card-carrying atheist, so he and Susie return to the country cottage where they had lived. It’s a dull life and their only pleasure is to haunt the estate agent and frighten away any would-be tenants. Things change, however, when Susie persuades Jack to allow a young couple to move into […]
Playday is back! Join us on 2 August for a day of free family activities 👨👨👧 at Haigh Woodland Park. There’ll be a ton of fun from 10am-4pm including… 🏰 Inflatables 👧 Pop-up adventure play 😀 Giant bubble workshop 🧚♀️ Forest fairies 🧙♂️ Magical storytellers 🎨 Woodland crafts 🤹♀️ Circus skills 🎧 Silent disco 🪓 Axe throwing & plenty more! Perfect for keeping the kids busy during the school holidays!
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 […]
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 […]
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
THE SOMETHING NEW SHOW IS BACK FOR FREE! Joining us this month we have: Spoken word artist TOM JUNIPER Comedian MELINA FIOL Wizened crones CASINO IMPROV We also have our fabulous OPEN MIC. If you want to share a song, poem or a recounting of a past life regression, our stage is yours! The #SomethingNewShow is our monthly cabaret of comedy, poetry and improv, and it returns to the iconic Bailiff Bar Thursday 3rd August Bailiff Bar The Old Courts […]
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
Join an exciting pond dipping demo at Wigan Flashes and discover the weird and wonderful creatures living in the water. Get a closer peak at the wonderful wildlife in the water at Wigan Flashes by attending a pond dipping demonstration ran by the Lancashire Wildlife Trust. In this organised pond dip, you will not only learn about some intriguing species, but you will also learn how Wigan Flashes fits into a larger network of nature reserves. This event is part […]
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. We’re pleased to welcome Liam Horrocks presenting a Wigan Casino Special this weekend! Free entry, no ticket required.
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
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 […]
Our August events are here 🙌 With the summer holidays here what a great way to spend some quality time with the kids while also keeping them entertained! • FREE fun days out for all of the family 🥳 Keep your eyes on our socials in the run up to these events to get more info 👀 Every Saturday there is something for everyone including activities for kids and crafts.
Our fantastic festival for under 5s, Mini Fest is coming to Wigan library this summer. Create silly sounds with a pro beatboxer, listen to musical story-telling, build an extraordinary cardboard jungle and play party games whilst getting messy, colourful and creative! Mini Fest is an extended summer edition of Mini Makers, our weekly art session for under 5s, where little ones can get creative, develop social skills and play with other similarly aged children. For parents and guardians, it’s a […]
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 […]
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 […]
Lancashire Wildlife Trust will introduce you to Low Hall Nature Reserve and the origins of the woodland eye. You will do some exploring where you will gather supplies for your woodland eye before sitting down to enjoy a relaxing session crafting them. This is an easy-to-learn weaving activity you can take anywhere. This event is part of the Greenheart Summer Club. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 3 sessions (11:00-12:00/ 13:00-14:00/ 14:30-15:30) Parking is available […]
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
Our August events are here 🙌 With the summer holidays here what a great way to spend some quality time with the kids while also keeping them entertained! • FREE fun days out for all of the family 🥳 Keep your eyes on our socials in the run up to these events to get more info 👀 Every Saturday there is something for everyone including activities for kids and crafts.
Unlocked : Original Music Showcase presents 3 original artists live from The Holding Cell every 2nd Thursday of the month. Hosted by Tommy Jones of Quaintest Show On Earth. Free entry, no ticket required The Holding Cell is in the Balliff Bar at the Old Courts.
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
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. We’re pleased to welcome Tom Byrom this weekend! Free entry, no ticket required.
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
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 […]
Our August events are here 🙌 With the summer holidays here what a great way to spend some quality time with the kids while also keeping them entertained! • FREE fun days out for all of the family 🥳 Keep your eyes on our socials in the run up to these events to get more info 👀 Every Saturday there is something for everyone including activities for kids and crafts.
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 […]
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 […]
Appreciate the secret singers in nature and draw a sound map. Join this fun, simple activity you can take anywhere. Residents of Ince may know of this local gem in the heart of Wigan. Visit Kirkless, and listen to birdsong while engaging in this fun colouring activity. Sound mapping encourages everyone to stop and take a minute to enjoy what is special about the wildlife around you. This event is part of the Greenheart Summer Club. All ages welcome. Children […]
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
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. We’re pleased to welcome Andy Mack this weekend! Free entry, no ticket required.
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
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 […]
Our August events are here 🙌 With the summer holidays here what a great way to spend some quality time with the kids while also keeping them entertained! • FREE fun days out for all of the family 🥳 Keep your eyes on our socials in the run up to these events to get more info 👀 Every Saturday there is something for everyone including activities for kids and crafts.
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 […]
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 Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
Join us on the 4th Thursday of every month for Vinyl Vibes for our regular Bailiff Bar gathering for lovers of all things VINYL Host, Haden Boardman, will spin records across genres of a selected classic album. We encourage you to bring your favourite records, LP or singles to play on the night! Or just head down and come relax with a pint in great company. This month, we’re doing something a little different, instead of a classic album, we’ll be […]
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
Haigh Foodie Friday is back for 2023! Two Left Feet Tap will have both bars open and two outdoor bars 🍻 Join us for the best street food, a great night to be had by all 🤩 Starts from 6pm - 10pm We have a brilliant singer lined up and the best street food traders Plenty bars and as always my favourite DJ Chris Payne Free parking and free entry
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our fantastic festival for under 5s, Mini Fest is coming to Leigh library this summer. Create silly sounds with a pro beatboxer, listen to musical story-telling, build an extraordinary cardboard jungle and play party games whilst getting messy, colourful and creative! Mini Fest is an extended summer edition of Mini Makers, our weekly art session for under 5s, where little ones can get creative, develop social skills and play with other similarly aged children. For parents and guardians, it’s a […]
Free Summer Picnic & Play Area at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre Join us at Spinning Gate throughout August & enjoy our FREE picnic & play area Our picnic & play area is available for families to enjoy & is open Mondays to Saturdays 9am – 5.30pm & Sundays 10am – 4pm throughout August Enjoy our mini picnic benches & parasols, cosy reading corner & children's summer garden games Children must be accompanied by an adult
A clever comedy encompassing two worlds Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accident…….. Jack is refused entry into heaven because he is a card-carrying atheist, so he and Susie return to the country cottage where they had lived. It’s a dull life and their only pleasure is to haunt the estate agent and frighten away any would-be tenants. Things change, however, when Susie persuades Jack to allow a young couple to move into […]
A clever comedy encompassing two worlds Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accident…….. Jack is refused entry into heaven because he is a card-carrying atheist, so he and Susie return to the country cottage where they had lived. It’s a dull life and their only pleasure is to haunt the estate agent and frighten away any would-be tenants. Things change, however, when Susie persuades Jack to allow a young couple to move into […]
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 […]
Join Tyldesley Brass Band for a fantastic evening of fanfare, flag waving and fireworks in the beautiful surroundings of Mesnes Park Wigan. Bring your own blankets, chairs and picnic or treat yourself to one of our VIP packages, to have memorable musical evening and bring the summer season to a close with a bang.
A clever comedy encompassing two worlds Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accident…….. Jack is refused entry into heaven because he is a card-carrying atheist, so he and Susie return to the country cottage where they had lived. It’s a dull life and their only pleasure is to haunt the estate agent and frighten away any would-be tenants. Things change, however, when Susie persuades Jack to allow a young couple to move into […]
A clever comedy encompassing two worlds Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accident…….. Jack is refused entry into heaven because he is a card-carrying atheist, so he and Susie return to the country cottage where they had lived. It’s a dull life and their only pleasure is to haunt the estate agent and frighten away any would-be tenants. Things change, however, when Susie persuades Jack to allow a young couple to move into […]