Wigan News

Planning your Wigan trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Wigan such as events and attractions, to make your Wigan visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Wigan, you’ll find everything you need for your Wigan holiday on Whats On In Wigan.com. Our What’s On Wigan guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Wigan – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Wigan by checking out our Wigan News and Events page.

See what's on in Wigan. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.

Wigan News 7th July 2026

A Leigh man who didn't tell police about two social media accounts broke a court order
by By The Newsroom on 19th July 2026 at 8:09 am
A Wigan borough man awaits his punishment for twice breaching a risk of sexual harm order.
Gary Caldwell delivers honest verdict after Wigan Athletic's first pre-season outing
by Drew Darbyshire on 18th July 2026 at 6:40 pm
Gary Caldwell’s initial reaction to Wigan Athletic’s pre-season friendly defeat to Port Vale
Mylee Gel Toe Wraps review: The speedy at-home pedicure that skips the LED lamp
by Rochelle Barrand on 18th July 2026 at 6:11 pm
Mylee's Gel Toe Wraps offer a quick alternative to traditional gel polish, delivering long-lasting results without curing under a lamp. Here's what impressed me most before you read the full review.
Wigan Athletic beaten by Port Vale in opening pre-season friendly
by Drew Darbyshire on 18th July 2026 at 5:24 pm
Wigan Athletic went down to a 3-1 defeat to Port Vale in a pre-season friendly at the Brick Community Stadium on Saturday afternoon
I tried the viral Arencia Rice Mochi Cleanser and it lived up to the K-beauty hype
by Rochelle Barrand on 18th July 2026 at 11:35 am
The Korean skincare favourite is famous for its unusual dough-like texture, but it was the gentle yet effective cleansing results that impressed me most

What's On In Wigan

Things to do in Wigan

Wigan News

Whats on in Wigan Local News

Block of 22 affordable homes completed at Ashton-in-Makerfield’s Pit Pony pub site

Two developers are about to bring 1,900 jobs and £116m to a small town, but a row over a road is getting in the way

Andy Burnham says he WON’T call snap general election if he becomes Prime Minister

Action promised on huge Leigh pothole where ‘only option’ is to grit your teeth and shout ‘Jeeeeze’

‘Serious concerns’: Wigan MP wades into row over turning historic hall and land into massive estate

Wigan Today News