Community
We Will Remember Them
Our thoughts are drawn to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice so Wigan Rotary Club are to remember them in a more public way. If you want to remember someone come to the Grand Arcade on the weekend 2nd and 3rd November and write their story on an A4 sized poppy which...
Mawdesley Christmas Fayre
Admission: FREE - Wheelchair access - Light lunches available Our 7th annual Christmas Fayre this year is again in support of Northwest Blood Bikes (Lancashire & Lakes). Enjoy the fun of Tombola, Bottle Dip, Chocolate Jar, Children’s Lucky Dips (all proceeds from these ticket sales to Northwest Blood Bikes). Come and visit the riders –...
Mellor VeganFest – 2019
A compassionate day showcasing delicious foods, fair trade gifts & beautiful handmade items that are completely free of animal bi-products. Learn about plant based lifestyle, try samples & embrace a feeling of wellbeing.
Marketplace of Mental Health Support
Wigan and Leigh Community Therapies Hub host regular Marketplaces of Mental Health Support in and around the Wigan and Leigh areas. Come and talk to services in the area that can support mental health issues. Plus meet local dementia and carer support groups; health and educational services and many more. All welcome.
Quiz Night
A charity quiz night in aid of Conor Gibson and his work with Project Trust. Tickets are £2 per person, with a maximum of 6 people per team. There will also be other activities such as a raffle, whiskey roll and so on. Tickets can be bought in advance or on the door, but some...
Blackburn Cathedral Frost Fair 2019
A free to enter 2 day spectacular featuring the finest selection of talented artisans from across the North West - discover handmade luxury confectionery, sweet & savoury treats, original art, homeware, unique children's gifts, fashion & much more - feel indulgent, relax & take in a warming traditional Mulled Wine whilst browsing & choosing that...
Big and Little Train Show
Chorley & District Model Railway Society are back by popular demand with their Big and Little Train Show featuring Christmas themed layouts and a visit from a special little engine! Free event for train enthusiasts young and old.
History of Industry in West Lancashire
To celebrate Lancashire Day local historian Dot Broady-Hawkes will be giving an illustrated talk on the history of industry in the West Lancashire area. The Heritage Trail Group will also be present with information about local heritage walks. Free tickets for this event are available from Ormskirk Library.
Christmas Fayre
For the third year running Lydiate Village Centre will be running their annual Christmas fayre. There will be a number of stalls including homemade crafts, tombola's, raffles, and Santa's grotto (pre-booking is essential). There will be children's crafts and musical entertainment throughout the day.
All Saints Christmas Tree Festival
Christmas Tree Festival in aid of the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation and MacMillan Cancer Care. Community event were businesses and organisations alike sponsor and decorate Christmas Trees raising vital funds for worthy causes.