Back in March 2022, #WWO published an article on the planned changes to Wigan and Greater Manchester Bus Service. Today, Andy Burnham announced changes will start first in Wigan from the 17th September 2022. Read on to find out more about what reregulating Wigan Bus Services means to you. WhatContinue Reading
Nice to see a new local business going well. Offering delicious and lovingly hand crafted fayre. Already proving popular with customers locally and further afield. They’ve certainly got our vote having sampled some of their offerings. From cupcakes, cakes for a special occasion, home made flavoured fudge, meringues, chocolate coatedContinue 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
The COOP has decided to stop selling their plastic bags for life. Once current supplies have gone, then they will not be replaced. The 2600 stores are expected to use of all the existing supplies by the end of the summer 2021. It seems many shoppers only used the 10pContinue Reading
Hey, not trying to pester people to use their shopping bags in a more environmentally friendly way. However for those that are interested then hopefully we have some helpful information. A plastic free carrier isn’t always greener! In a year where the UK will host COP26, the 26th UN ClimateContinue Reading
Just in time for the Christmas run up. A delicious food box packed full of festive treats. Please, read on to find out more. If you like what you read order online from Tracey’s Tracey’s Teahouse website. For other ways to order Tracey’s Teahouse Christmas Food Box see below. What’sContinue Reading
Although many of you will probably already know, #winstnleywo shares a Wigan Essential Shops Confirmation list for your reference. Admittedly not exhaustive so we apologise for any omissions. Hopefully, the list, will not be needed by December! Of course we would love to add mentions of any local traders. AtContinue Reading
Okay so we do promote locally. However we understand there are gifts you may want that you cannot find here. Or you may just want a relaxing day out and savour the Christmas atmosphere. New stores, exciting expansions and twists to dining out. A quick update on trying to lightenContinue Reading
McColls Post Office Monday to Friday8-30 am to 5-30 pm Saturday9 am to 12-30 pm Boots Monday to Friday9 am to 12 and 3pm to 6 pm Saturday9 am to 12 and 3pm to 5-30 pm SundayClosed Herons Monday to Saturday9 am to 8 pm Sunday10 am to 5 pmContinue Reading
Looking for meats or a butcher local to Winstanley? Perhaps some of Winstanley’s locals are still unaware but BM Wholesale Foods in Marus Bridge is a fantastic place to shop for your all your meats. The meats are not only tremendous quality but also amazing value. Whether you are buyingContinue Reading