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
Got a problem with your car key or locks? Need a local car key service? Perhaps you have a car key that isn’t working and you have no idea why. Maybe your key is damaged? Do you need a new or additional key? Or are you locked out of yourContinue Reading
Following #winstanleywo article regarding the redevelopment of King Street, it appears we came across this request for help. King Street Photo Walks is looking for your involvement. Ciara Leeming is a writer and photographer who is looking to submit work as part of the Historic England funded projects to breatheContinue Reading
Just a few random ideas for the up and coming half term if you want to take the kids somewhere else than Wigan for a change. None of these half term break ideas are too far away. You can also combine sopome of them into the same day out PeakContinue Reading
For those who don’t yet know, the Farmfoods Saddle Retail Megastore has now just opened. It occupies the old Curry’s building between McDonalds and Home Bargains. Newly recruited local staff told us that it is allegedly the largest Farmfoods in Europe. It is pretty breath-taking. First impressions are the storeContinue Reading
#winstanleywo has to share the wonderful news about the new Marus Bridge Sandwich Deli based inside BM Foods. A tasty range of Fresh Sandwiches, Sizzling Rolls, Jacket Potatoes, Wraps, Rice Boxes, Salads and more. Oh we almost forgot to mention the amazing breakfasts. Great whether working from home or aContinue Reading
Rail Minister Chris Heaton-Harris has recently confirmed rail travel improvements from Wigan to Manchester. The changes will benefit both passengers and the environment. Once complete electric trains will replace diesel from Wigan North Western to Manchester via Bolton. Ultimately the work is due to finish between 2024 and 2025. FromContinue Reading
Fantastic to see a new addition to the shops at Winstanley Parade. Sadie’s Bistro & Desserts, a locally run Bistro offering something a little different from snacks, drinks and sweets including ice creams, cakes and traditional sweets to something a little more filling. With an option to sit in orContinue Reading
You may well have seen much on social media and in the local press regarding Wigan Town Centre’s Tough Times. Now we see proposals for the revamp of the Galleries. It has certainly stoked up a debate. Discussions that talk about our council, the investors and more importantly our peopleContinue Reading