Location: Wigan
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What to do and see in Wigan, United Kingdom (UK): The Best Places and Tips
Wigan (/ˈwɪɡən/ WIG-ən) is a town in Greater Manchester, England, on the River Douglas, 7.9 miles (13 km) south-west of Bolton, 10 miles (16 km) north of Warrington and 16 miles (25.7 km) west-northwest of Manchester. Wigan is the largest settlement in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan and is its administrative centre. The town has a population of 103,608, whilst the wider borough has a population of 318,100.
Restaurants in Wigan
1. Haigh Woodland Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 560 reviews
Haigh Woodland Park is the jewel in Wigan's crown of green spaces - and it's transforming into a one-of-a-kind attraction for families across the north west. Wigan Council and Inspiring healthy lifestyles are spending millions of pounds making this the most beautiful and activity-packed park in the region.
Reviewed By Adele A - Manchester, United Kingdom
I used to go to Haigh Hall a lot when my older children where younger... today I decided to go and it has changed so much for the better...firstly en-route I stopped off for change for the car park as I remembered it being prepay- now it isn't - you pay at the new visitors centre on the way out...the most you'll pay is £3 all day...the car park has a great overflow facility so if like me you cant park a people carrier in a tight space there is so much room on the overflow insteadnot in set out spaces. the parking was £1.50 for the few hours we was there. the hall is still as grand and beautiful as ever and the café is still serving lovely food, the ice cream man is there and the toilets are still clean.There has been a massive improvement on the play area I remember when it was mainly swings-it is amazing now. The miniature train means you can go from one end to another without walking much which is great if like me you have 2 under 3 who decide they both want carrying. (£1 each).The woodland walks are great, the new golf near the car park looks brilliant and you can pay extra to do a tree top walk. Haigh hall has always been one of my favourite places and today it exceeded the expectations! LOVELY DAY! <3
2. Fairy Glen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
Reviewed By Gemgem1989 - Liverpool
Fantastic walk to blow the Christmas cobwebs away and burn off the Turkey. We took our dog and enjoyed getting muddy and exploring the glen. My only complaint would be not signed very well or directions for where to park we parked in the lay-by opposite the pub but then the road is lethal fro crossing and then there isn’t a map to follow once your in the glen so you know where your going. We ended up on farmers fields signed private and got completely lost. But a great place to explore non the less.
3. Astley Green Colliery Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By ChrisDCarney - Salford, United Kingdom
The winding house steam engines are awesome, check on line for when they are due to be run (on compressed air) the museum building is small but well worth a visit, the rest of the site is a work in progress.
4. The Silver Tally
Overall Ratings
4 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member
We popped in to the foresters arms (as it is now called) for a 'quick' bite to eat before travelling back down south. The pub was empty so you'd expect that you would have food out quickly. After 45 mins of waiting for the food one of the staff brought out bread with melted cheese on saying this is for you whilst you wait. There was no explanation or apology to why the food was taking so long apart from it was made from fresh but the majority of us ordered sandwiches. After another 45 mins the food finally came out and it was highly disappointed. I had curly fries with my meal and all you could taste was the deep fat fryer, other members of the party had steak chips and they were not properly cooked. We also ordered a 'pizza' for a five year old, it was not a pizza it was tomato sauce with cheese on it, it was inedible for her. Three meals came to £34 which is too expensive for what actually came out on the plate. I will also add the food has made me feel very ill. Disappointed with this place
5. Treetops Play & Party Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By AndreaReid
Great facilities, clean, tidy and well staffed. Food you expect to pay a little more than ordinary cafe, but worth it, and the cakes are, well let's just say they need to be purchased, clean play environment and lots of Seating and alternative activities planned.
6. Pennington Flash Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 266 reviews
Reviewed By Digby98 - Cheshire
We visited on a chilly afternoon and walked the perimeter of the lake (roughly 3 miles) in about an hour. Some of the route is on the road, its not well signposted at all but common sense got us all the way round. Car park was flooded and the walk is muddy. I'd personally like to see access restricted to some areas so that wildlife is less disturbed but nonetheless its a pleasant way to spend a could of areas and the hoards of people there show how popular it is.
7. Rivington Pike
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
Rivington Pike is a hill summit on Winter Hill, part of the West Pennine Moors, overlooking the village of Rivington in Chorley, Lancashire. The nearest towns are Adlington and Horwich.
Reviewed By Alan157243 - Skelmersdale, United Kingdom
not for the elderly or those that are either bad on their feet or don't enjoy a steep walk, can take as long as you want(within reason) to climb this moderate hill, the route is very easy to follow and you are rewarded with some stunning views once you get to the top, laze around a while then take an easy walk back down the hill, find a local pub and have yourself a well earned pint
8. Air Vault Trampoline Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By 2kidsmum939 - Bolton, United Kingdom
Been before but this place now is very disappointing. Booked to go on last session 5pm, cleaner asked to move so could clean under table at 5.20 and cafe closed at 5.40pm supposed to be an hours session and asked to go off 5 mins early so could tip some toys onto trampolines for next day. If this is the case should Close an hour early instead of making customers feel unwelcome will not be going again unless this changes.
9. Yarrow Valley Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By pookie8911 - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Free parking (be aware it does get busy), loads of a pathways for walks. Beautiful big ponds with loads of wildlife - great for taking photos. Perfect for any length of visit. Would be great if walks were a little better signposted - we ended up crossing back on ourselves several times.
10. Church of St Wilfrid
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By 1976Sam1976 - Manchester, United Kingdom
I have the pleasure of driving past this daily. The grounds are open for walking around In the day time. The church is open to visitors at selected times.
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