Looking for something to do this weekend? Then Sunday 16th June there is a packed of family activities going on at Rivington. A full list of Rivington’s Ultimate Family Wellbeing Festival 2024 attractions can be found through the link at the end of this article. For anybody who doesn’t knowContinue Reading
Discover the charm of the Swan & Railway a gem in Wigan’s Town Centre. A quintessential town centre establishment, where the extravagantly restored traditional Victorian pub dating back to 1898 meets the luxurious modern comfort of its boutique hotel rooms. Nestled in the heart of Wigan directly opposite Wigan NorthwesternContinue Reading
This article provides suggestions for a trip to the theatre, amazing places to drink, before and after, as well as restaurants to eat in. It’s all based in or around Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter, the home of many TV films and Period Dramas. Easily accessible by train or car from Wigan.Continue Reading
Five suggestions from previous #WWO articles to get you thinking if you fancy a Boxing Day stroll. Long or short, from the beach to woodlands, fields and lakes. All within an hour’s drive of Winstanley. Click below to get far more information on what you will discover, how to getContinue Reading
Lancashire County Day also referred to as Lancashire Day in this article can trace its origins back to the 13th century. Now it is officially on the 27th November. A society under the name of Friends of Real Lancashire are the organisers and there is more about them below. Many peopleContinue Reading
COP28 – An Introduction So what is the COP28 climate conference? In short it is the United Nations Conference on Climate Change. In fact, it is the only international climate change negotiation. The conference is a meeting of countries across the world to try and agree on common actions andContinue Reading
Arguably not only one of best drinking venues in Wigan, but probably across the Northwest too. Indeed Wigan Central Beers & Ciders Bar is the only dedicated hostelry in the borough for real ales and craft ciders. Enjoy deciding on which beer, cider or craft ale to select. From stouts,Continue Reading
The Copper Tap Bistro Bar, for amazing breakfasts, meals or just a drink or two. The place is a local gem. Great home cooked food from quality produce. Of course it also offers a fine selection of freshly prepared meals too. Looking for a cheeky afternoon drink or less rushedContinue Reading
Tom’s Traditional Fish & Chips concentrates on providing high quality and tasty traditional chippy fayre. Quality fresh fish delivered daily, an excellent brand of pies and only the best potatoes. Tom’s Chippy is conveniently located on Ormskirk Rd. You can also find parking on Billinge Rd down the side ofContinue Reading
Experience an exhilarating panoramic city tour less than 1 hour away from Winstanley. Travel by car or train for a truly uplifting experience. An award winning guided tour seeing the city skyline, Lancashire and all the way to North Wales. Find out about the history of what was the UK’sContinue Reading