Attractions and Places to Visit 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.
Places to Stay in Wigan
Whether you prefer the big five star treatment or the personal touch of an intimate boutique, whether you want that breathtaking view or love the calm of the countryside, Wigan offers plenty of choices.
Sports and Activities
If you’re looking for inspiration for new places to go, days out and things to do, there's no shortage of activities in Wigan. Whether it's day or night, summer or winter, with your friends or with your children check out our listings.
Food and Drinks
From fine dining and afternoon tea to pop-up markets and humble street food, Wigan is packed with options to suit any mood offering any and every cuisine you can think of.
The Fat Olive Restaurant in Wigan is based on providing fresh homemade food with ingredients sourced from local suppliers. Menus are styled by an international theme..
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The restaurant is stylish yet relaxing with a very modern and rustic atmosphere, delivering Italian Cuisine with an authentic twist from all parts of Italy. Divino offers all the typical dishes you would receive from Italy.
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The Holts Arms aka The Foot, dates back to around 1721. It has recently been refurbished and now feels spacious and bright, while remaining cosy and welcoming.
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Shopping & Fashion in Wigan
Wigan has independent shops dotted throughout the city, though there are some streets with more shops than others. There are also a number of specialist shops, including jewellers, art galleries, toy stores, antiques dealers and seaside gift shops, as well as countless boutiques.
Health and Wellbeing in Wigan
Unwind in luxurious treatment rooms in a choice of beautiful and professional salons around Wigan. Manicures, Pedicures, Facials, Waxing, Consultations, Massages and more are offered in Wigan’s best beauty salons.
Local Services
Visitors, students and residents of Wigan can find information about local services and amenities or visit Events to find out more about local events or Local Traders about local tradespeople.
Properties for Sale & Rent
Estate agencies in Wigan are offering a great variety of properties on the area's favourite locations. In Wigan you can find an excellent selection of properties for sale and rent.
Things to do
Enjoy a family day out in Wigan, with different things to do whatever the weather. Explore green spaces, laser tag and play centres.
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~Whats on in Wigan Latest News~
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Funeral directors taking ‘urgent action’ after undertaker convicted of having vile images
The court heard how he accessed images showing ‘sexual interference with corpses’ MEN – Wigan | News…
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