Explore Wigan Borough

Wigan Borough encompasses the two main towns of Wigan and Leigh, which are among a number of smaller towns and villages each with their own unique personality in the former Lancashire coalfield.

With 70 percent green space, the borough boasts a beautiful Greenheart stretching from Leigh through to Haigh Woodland Park and includes beautiful parks, woodlands, wetlands, canals and green spaces for visitors to enjoy. 

The borough is steeped in musical history and has a growing cultural offer. The award-winning Museum of Wigan Life is a popular attraction, along with the exhibition spaces at Leigh Turnpike Gallery and Archives: Wigan and Leigh.

Sitting comfortably between Manchester and Liverpool, Wigan Borough prides itself on a healthy mix of character and heritage with a vibrant mixture of amenities including great shopping facilities and an array of eateries, pubs and bars. 

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The Odd Couple 23 Apr 2025 - 03 May 2025

The Odd Couple

Oscar is an untidy slob, Felix is fastidious and depressed sharing an apartment proves tough for…

Haigh Foodie Friday 25 Apr 2025 - 24 Oct 2025

Haigh Foodie Friday

Haigh Foodie Friday is a fantastic family event with live music & DJ's. They have…

Edy Hurst's Comedy Version of The War of the Worlds 09 May 2025 -

Edy Hurst's Comedy Version of The War of the Worlds

No one would have believed that in the 125 years since the publication of H.G. Wells' science…

VE Day 80 Wigan 10 May 2025 -

VE Day 80 Wigan

2025 will mark 80 years since VE and VJ Day and on Saturday 10th May, it's important to…

Kinderfest 2025 24 May 2025 - 25 May 2025

Kinderfest 2025

Join Haigh Woodland Park for two fun and fab days of family entertainment! You'll enjoy a…

Maggie May at Wigan Little Theatre 04 Jun 2025 - 14 Jun 2025

Maggie May at Wigan Little Theatre

An extraordinary drama about an ordinary family who must balance the challenges of daily life whilst…

Flashes Festival of Nature 2025 06 Jul 2025 -

Flashes Festival of Nature 2025

Pennington Flash forms part of The Flashes of Wigan and Leigh, the only National Nature Reserve in…

The Addams Family, A Musical Comedy at Wigan Little Theatre 09 Jul 2025 - 19 Jul 2025

The Addams Family, A Musical Comedy at Wigan Little Theatre

Wednesday Addams, known for her love of darkness, has fallen in love with a sweet man from a…

Pride in Leigh 26 Jul 2025 -

Pride in Leigh

Pride in Leigh is back again on Saturday, July 26th at Pennington Hall Park! Join for a fabulous day…

Wigan Pride - 10 Year Anniversary 16 Aug 2025 -

Wigan Pride - 10 Year Anniversary

Dress yourself in rainbows, find your flags, and get ready to celebrate a fabulous, feel-good…

Where to stay in Wigan Borough

The Wrightington Hotel & Country Club

The Wrightington Hotel & Country Club

For those seeking a reprieve from everyday life and an excuse to enjoy some rest and relaxation, look no further than our state of the art spa, health club and hotel, The Wrightington. This luxurious sanctuary transcends the ordinary, transporting you to a world of tranquillity and indulgence, far…

Where to eat and drink in Wigan Borough

Boar's Head

Boar's Head

Sample fresh food that has been prepared using only local produce, in a warm and friendly…

Juniper

Juniper

A decade ago, a young local Chef with a dream opened his first restaurant in Burscough, with the aim…

Wigan Borough blogs

Guide to Arts and Culture in Greater Manchester

Guide to Arts and Culture in Greater Manchester

Galleries, theatres and museums are a big reason to visit Manchester. Permanent collections, temporary exhibitions, famous names, well-loved plays and local or global artefacts offer a window to the world. But wouldn’t it be nice to do more than just look out of a window? Even Da Vinci needed…

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Walking Routes in Greater Manchester

Walking Routes in Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester is fit to burst with walking routes and trails, so we've put together a round-up of some of the best, with easy-to-use downloadable trail maps. Whether it's an easy family walk, a strenuous 5k or a picturesque dog walk you're looking for, these walks near Manchester mean you have…

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Top 5 things to do in Wigan

Top 5 things to do in Wigan

Wigan is a surprisingly diverse destination. There's heritage, miles of countryside, sporting glory, shopping, vibrant nightlife, popular festivals, and the best in northern character and hospitality. Haigh Hall and Country Park 250 acres of wonderful and historic woodlands and plantation wrap…

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