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Flowers & Pumpkins – Floristry Workshop
Flowers & Pumpkins – Floristry Workshop
Learn 3 different ways to create Floral Arrangements in a Pumpkin and choose your favourite to make. Includes 3x Floral Demos, all of your Flowers, Foliage and Pumpkins, plus receive an Autumn goodie bag filled with Mini Pumpkins, Moss, Conkers and Chinese Lanterns to add an extra special touch to your Pumpkin display.
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Family History for Beginners
Family History for Beginners
In this 6 week course, you will learn how to research your family history and trace your ancestors using websites and other genealogy resources. The course is for beginners or students with some previous experience. You will learn about the process of tracing your family history, the various sources of information and how to access...
Family History for Beginners
Family History for Beginners
In this 6 week course, you will learn how to research your family history and trace your ancestors using websites and other genealogy resources. The course is for beginners or students with some previous experience and who need time each week to dedicate to research and recording family history. This event is free to all...
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U3A Music Night
U3A Music Night
A great night of music with the U3A Music Group, plus a disco, hotpot supper and a raffle. Tickets £12 on 07913 382258.
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Wigan Canal History Walk
Wigan Canal History Walk
Join us for a free guided walk along the beautiful Wigan Flight! Starting at Wigan Dry Dock, with free parking available at Trencherfield Mill (by the big industrial fan), we’ll walk up to Top Lock led by two knowledgeable lock keepers, and then return to our starting point. It’ll be a leisurely walk of 4...
We Will Remember Them
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 Fireworks
Mawdesley Fireworks
Get in the bonfire mood with a fireworks display in Mawdesley. The fire will be lit at 6pm ahead of the fireworks at 7pm. Tickets from Mawdesley SPAR £5.50 per adult or £3 per child, then £6.50 per adult or £4 per child on the gate.
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Vegan Fair
Vegan Fair
Browse delicious vegan food stalls including vegan cheese, cake and hot food, plus get loads of information on veganism and animal rescues. Household goods and toiletries also available! Entry £1, children free.
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Mawdesley Christmas Fayre
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 –...
Remembrance Rocks at Spinning Gate
Remembrance Rocks at Spinning Gate
Remembrance Rocks at Spinning Gate Saturday 9 November, 11am - 3pm Join us at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre for FREE rock decorating for Remembrance Sunday. Once decorated, shoppers are invited to leave their rocks at their nearest war memorial to commemorate those who have lost their lives.
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Mellor VeganFest – 2019
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.
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Business Expo Wigan
Business Expo Wigan
Launch Events NW are pleased to announce the introduction of a brand new event to their business expo portfolio, in partnership with the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Business Expo Wigan, provides businesses from Wigan and the surrounding area’s a chance to showcase their business and will take place on Wednesday 13th November 2019 at...
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Coal Mining History Talk
Coal Mining History Talk
A concise history of coal mining from the formation of coal 300 million years ago to the recent end of deep mining, presented by Alan Davies. Tickets £3 on 01942 828128.
Marketplace of Mental Health Support
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.
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#TheosTribe Ladies Night
#TheosTribe Ladies Night
Fundraise for #TheosTribe to help fight childhood cancer with a fun night of entertainment from hunky men and a hilarious drag act. Tickets £20 on 01695 624426.
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Parbold Frost Fair 2019
Parbold Frost Fair 2019
Join us for a traditional family Christmas with a contemporary twist. Hosted in the pretty village of Parbold this will be a "must go" destination for those seeking high quality handmade gifts. Discover original art, handcrafted items, one of a kind children's toys, clothing designed & stitched by the maker, treat yourself to artisan produce,...
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Dyslexia Association Drop-in Meetings
Dyslexia Association Drop-in Meetings
St Helens & District Dyslexia Association meets at 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. It is a drop-in session for people to discuss any dyslexia related issue relating to children or adults. Staffed by volunteers with experience of dyslexia, either they themselves are dyslexic or they are teachers or psychologists. Ask at the...
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Lancashire Night
Lancashire Night
Mark Dowding and Sid Calderbank present Tacklers’ Tales, with music, a quiz and hotpot supper. Bring your own drinks. Tickets £10 on 0300 123 6703 or from the library.
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Ey Oop Campers
Ey Oop Campers
Upholland & District U3A presents a lighthearted look at the fun, scheming and mayhem of a 1950s holiday camp. Tickets £6 per adult or £3 per under-16 on 01744 322215.
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And a Nightingale Sang
And a Nightingale Sang
Douglas Drama Group present CP Taylor’s play set in WWII, which follows a family through the heartbreak, nostalgia and surprising humour of the era. Tickets £7.50 from DIY Centre Parbold.
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Absolutely Fabulous Gin Festival
Absolutely Fabulous Gin Festival
Absolutely Fabulous Gin Festival does Christmas at St Helens Town Hall. Celebrate Gin at Christmas with 120 Gins on offer, selection of Rums plus other drinks. Live Entertainment from Louise and the Love Bugs. Back by popular Demand, Tickets Sell FAST for this event. Ideal Christmas night out, get together or perfect for Gin Lovers,...
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Christmas Fair
Christmas Fair
All are welcome to Tunley's Christmas Fair on Saturday 30th November, 11.00am - 1.00pm. Stalls include:- Tombola, Home-made cakes, Crafts, Christmas gifts and toys, Bric-a-brac and jewellery, Raffle, Pingawings and Plants. Visit Santa in his Grotto, Guess the weight of the Christmas cake and Win a Hamper! Light lunches on sale.
Wigan & Leigh Hospice Christmas Fayre
Wigan & Leigh Hospice Christmas Fayre
Get your Christmas started at our popular annual Christmas Fayre! Try your luck at raffles and tombolas, shop at a beautiful array of stalls and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Little ones can visit Santa in his grotto and a range of refreshments will be available. Free admission.