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THERAPY SESSIONS
REFLEXOLOGY All day Thursday Wigan & Leigh Carers Centre 3-5 Frederick Street Hindley Wigan WN2 3BD A treatment based on the principle that there are points on the feet and hands that map via the nervous system to corresponding parts of the body. A very relaxing and enjoyable treatment Cost £10. Booking is essential. To […]
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FREE SESSIONS FOR CARERS ONLY AT SUNSHINE HOUSE
Thursday 10 am to 12 noon: Pencil Drawing for Beginners and works up to advanced standard. 1 pm to 3 pm: Watercolour Class – advanced 7 pm to 9 pm: Sculpting Class SUNSHINE HOUSE COMMUNITY HUB SCHOLES WIGAN Booking essential Please contact Gail at The Carers Centre 01942 705959.
Find out more »HELP FOR VETERANS
Every Thursday Sunshine House Wellington Street Scholes Wigan Armed services veterans could access financial help through a new fund. A local branch of Our Local Heroes Foundation has been set up in the area. Visit Sunshine House or email [email protected]
Find out more »MEN’S SHEDS
Every Thursday 11 am to 2 pm Platt Bridge Community Zone 81 Ribble Road Platt Bridge Wigan Each Men’s Shed’s session will be tailored to individuals need. Shed activities can involve: Wood making projects (carpentry joinery turning carving furniture renovation) Gardening projects Tool renovation Model engineering (model railways planes) Contact 01942 732022 for further details […]
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BENEFITS ADVICE
Every Thursday 9 am - 12 noon Wigan & Leigh Pensioners Link 27 Charles Street Leigh WN7 1DB “Drop-in Surgery” with Tracey, Culture & Customers Facing Welfare Wigan Council
Find out more »ASPECTS OF CARE
Every Thursday 9 am – 3.30 pm Pemberton Masonic Hall, Chapel Street Wigan WN5 8JP For people with dementia and their carers Contact Shirley on 07792757793
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LITTLE DUCKLINGS
Every Thursday 9.30 am to 11.30 am Pelican Centre Tyldesley Stay & Play for ages 0 – 5 years Children’s play sessions & activities. Cost £2 To Book ring 01942 882722
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ACTIVE TOTS
Every Monday 10 am to 12 noon at play ... play ... play Drop in soft play session with toys and refreshments for toddlers and adults. Ages 0 to 5 years For more details and costs contact 01942 487800
Find out more »APPY DAYS
Tuesday and Thursday 10am –11.30am Leigh Library Turnpike Centre Civic Square Market Street Leigh Do you need some help with your tablet computer, smartphone or other electronic device? Our FREE Appy Days sessions are run by friendly staff with experience at solving all kinds of computer woes! Bring along your own devices.
Find out more »BEEKEEPING SESSIONS
Every Tuesday 11 am to 2 pm and Thursday 10 am to 2 pm Worsley Hall Community Allotments 126a Poplar Avenue (junction of Closebrook Road and Poplar Avenue) Worsley Hall Wigan Open to all. Booking required. Contact Hannah 07904 272344 [email protected]
Find out more »STRENGTH AND BALANCE SESSIONS
Every Thursday 10 am – 11 am Bispham Church, Billinge We deliver an evidence-based strength and balance programme including group sessions and home based activities. The programme is designed to help you improve your balance, strength, co-ordination and your confidence to get out and about. We have group sessions across the borough in church halls […]
Find out more »DROP-IN COFFEE
Thursday 10 am to 12 noon St Mary’s Hall, Newton Road, Lowton WA3 1EW Organised by Wigan & Leigh Pensioners Link More Details ring Tel: 01942 261753
Find out more »BE ONLINE
Tuesday and Thursday 10 am – 12 noon Leigh Library Turnpike Centre Civic Square Market Street Leigh We can help you access the internet, introduce you to email, complete online forms and much more on one of our free Be Online drop in sessions. Whether you're a complete novice and want to start with the […]
Find out more »ART GANG
Every Thursday 10 am to 12 noon 27 Charles Street Leigh More Details ring Tel: 01942 261753
Find out more »CAFE AND GOOD AS NEW SALE
Thursday 10 am - 1pm Beehive Community Centre Lindale Rd M28 1BG
Find out more »BEEKEEPING SESSIONS
Every Tuesday: 11 am to 2 pm and Thursday 10 am to 2 pm Worsley Hall Community Allotments 126a Poplar Avenue (junction of Closebrook Road and Poplar Avenue) Worsley Hall Wigan. Open to all. Booking required. For more details contact Hannah 07904 272344; [email protected]
Find out more »DRAWING AND SKETCHING GROUP
Every Thursday 10 am to 4 pm Golborne Library Free drop in group Make new friends; refreshments served; suitable for all abilities
Find out more »FRIENDSHIP GROUP
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday 10 am to 12noon Aspull Methodist Church Wigan Road Aspull WN2 1DP For those living with dementia and their carers Come along and join in a fun filled reminiscence and memories time with singing dominoes music crafts knitting drawing and carpet bowls too. There is also a quiet space for […]
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Tai Chi
self defence Dorset Road Community Centre Hagfold M46 9GJ Contact 01942 884184 E-mail [email protected] Thursday 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
Find out more »UKULELE GROUP
Every Thursday 10.30 am - 11.30 am Argyle Street Methodist Church Hindley WN2 3PN *New members welcome* Cost £4.00 and £1 for Ukulele hire. All events must be booked. To book call 01942 241972 or 01942 615883
Find out more »SOCIAL WALKING GROUP
Meet every Thursday at 10.30 am Outside St John's Church Mosley Common Suitable for beginners and those returning to exercise4 Walking for Health Accredited Refreshments and facilities afterwards (in the Church Lounge community space) Organised by Boothstown Medical Centre & Patient Participation Group
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VETERAN’S BRUNCH “FINDING FRIENDSHIPS… JOINING FORCES”
Thursday 11 am to 1 pm Compassion in Action Patrick House 58 Leigh Road Leigh WN7 1QR For further details please contact Keith on 01942 418830
Find out more »OVER 50’S RACQUET SPORTS
Every Thursday 11 am to 1 pm Robin Park Tennis Centre Loire Drive Wigan Badminton; Table Tennis & Short Tennis – all under the guidance of a qualified coach Cost £3.40 and all equipment provided
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SOUP & SANDWICH
Thursday Cherry Tree Court Atherton from 11.30 am to 1 pm. Cost £2. More details from Age UK 01942 615883 or email [email protected]
Find out more »SOUP & SANDWICH
Every Thursday 11.30 am to 1.30 pm Clarington Place Bird Street Ince WN2 2AS Homemade fresh sandwiches soup and cake served with a smile. Cost £3.00: All events must be booked To book call - 01942 241972 or 01942 615883
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PLATT BRIDGE COMMUNITY ZONE HOSTS A ‘PAY AS YOU FEEL’ CAFÉ
Every Thursday from 11.45 am to 1.15pm The project is in partnership with ‘Fur Clemt’ Café and is part of the Real Junk Food project. The aim of the Café is to support Food Poverty; therefore all food is served as a ‘Pay as You Feel’ so whatever you would like to pay that is […]
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LUNCHEON CLUB AT CLARINGTON PLACE
Age UK hold a luncheon club Clarington Place Manchester Road Ince Every Thursday from 12 noon Soup and a sandwich with a drink for only £2; everyone welcome; Free Art Class for beginners from 1 pm
Find out more »FREE COMMUNITY LUNCH
Every Wednesday from 12 Noon to 2 pm Bryn Christian Community Church Cooke Street off Downall Green Road Bryn For those feeling lonely isolated or looking for new friends More details from 01942 700190
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WIGAN ROTARY CLUB
Wigan Rotary Club meets at the Owls Restaurant Rectory Lane Standish Thursday 12.30 pm for lunch and a meeting Rotary Clubs welcome both men and women and if you are interested in finding out more about Rotary then please contact the Club Secretary Colin Wilkinson 01942 742692 [email protected] www.wiganrotaryclub.org.uk
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Craft Group
Dorset Road Community Centre Hagfold M46 9GJ Contact 01942 884184 E-mail [email protected] Craft Group Thursday Active Living WLCT
Find out more »Form Filling
Every Thursday afternoon Wigan & Leigh Carers Centre 3-5 Frederick Street Hindley Wigan WN2 3BD Gain support with form filling such as DLA Carers Allowance and more Booking is essential. To book or find out more phone 01942 705959
Find out more »“WALK AND TALK” GROUP
Every Thursday at Mesnes Park Wigan at 1pm The “Walk and Talk” group Wigan provide an opportunity to enjoy some exercise have a relaxing drink and socialise making new friends. Meeting at the main gates next to the lodge in the park a warm and friendly welcome is ensured to visitors to the group. Patients […]
Find out more »BEGINNERS ART CLASS
Every Thursday at 1 pm Clarington Place Manchester Road Ince Wigan Free event - all welcome Call 01942 826051 or 07772 922630 for more information
Find out more »TEA DANCE AT HIGHER FOLDS
Every Thursday Higher Folds Community Centre Stirling Close Leigh WN7 2UB Tea Dance Thursday’s 1 pm to 3 pm Telephone: 01942 674548 www.higherfolds.co.uk Put on your dancing shoes and step back into an age of elegance. Everybody is welcome and it’s a great opportunity to meet friends old and new Subs are £3.00 per week
Find out more »FAMILY HISTORY
Every Thursday 1 pm to 3 pm Wigan & Leigh Pensioners Link 27 Charles Street Leigh Get help tracing your genealogy More Details ring Tel: 01942 261753
Find out more »HAPPY CIRCLE
Every Thursday 1 pm to 3 pm Standish Methodist Church Standish WN6 0HA: Friendship Group. Car parking available Cost £3: All events must be booked To book call - 01942 241972 or 01942 615883
Find out more »THURSDAY CLUB
Meet every Thursday from 1 pm to 3.30 pm St Marie’s Church Hall Standish Looking for new members age 60 and over for a chat games of dominoes and bingo Tel: 01257 422225
Find out more »DANCE AND DOMINOES
2nd & 4th Thursday of the month 1 pm to 3pm Shevington Methodist Church Gathurst Lane WN6 9AH Dementia Friendly Activities in Standish and Shevington
Find out more »Marketplaces of Mental Health Support in and Around the Wigan and Leigh Areas
Come & talk to services in the Wigan & Leigh are that can support mental health issues. Plus meet local dementia & carer support groups; health & educational services and many more. More details Community Therapies Hub 01942 772124 or go to www.nhbh.nhs.uk
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DOMINO DRIVE
Every Thursday from 1.15 pm to 3.15 pm St. Nathaniel's Community Centre Ridyard Street Platt Bridge £1.50 including prizes and refreshment Ring Janice on 01942 496192
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DEMENTIA SHARED READING GROUP
Every Thursday 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm Free Belong Atherton 55 Mealhouse Lane Atherton Manchester M46 0EU We warmly welcome new members to join our shared reading group for people living with dementia and their carers. It’s a great chance to read listen and talk together in a warm and friendly environment. This group is […]
Find out more »PARK WORKOUTS
Thursdays 1.30 pm to 2.15 pm (meet at the outdoor gym area at Pennington Hall Park) 16+ More details Telephone 01942 828508 Email [email protected]
Find out more »MOVE AND TONE EXERCISE CLASS
Every Thursday 1.30 pm to 3.00 pm Wigan & Leigh Pensioners Link 27 Charles Street Leigh Why not come along and enjoy gentle exercises and have some fun at the same time
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WIGAN WOMEN’S FRIENDSHIP CLUB
Thursday 1.45 pm to 3.15 pm Penson Street Wigan (Swinley Labour Club is on the corner) Are you free on a Thursday afternoon if so why not come along to The Wigan Women’s Friendship Club. We are offering a free taster session to everyone. We meet every Thursday apart from the first Thursday of the […]
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STRENGTH AND BALANCE SESSIONS
Every Thursday 2 pm – 3 pm St Francis Session, Kitt Green Wigan We deliver an evidence-based strength and balance programme including group sessions and home based activities. The programme is designed to help you improve your balance, strength, co-ordination and your confidence to get out and about. We have group sessions across the borough […]
Find out more »SEWING CIRCLE
Every Thursday 2 pm to 4 pm St Luke’s Church Orrell For anyone interested in sewing knitting crotchet embroidery Tel: Sybil 01695 632202
Find out more »ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP
Thursday 2pm – 3pm Leigh Library Turnpike Centre, Civic Square, Market Street Leigh A free, social session for speakers of other languages. Refreshments provided. Drop in event.
Find out more »WELFARE RIGHTS SERVICE
Thursday 2 pm- 4 pm Marsh Green library Harrow Road Marsh Green Wigan WN5 0QL For welfare rights enquiries and advice, please email: [email protected]
Find out more »MEMORY BOARD MAKING CLASS
Thursday from 2pm at Clarington Place Manchester Road Ince Wigan Free. All welcome. Call 01942 826051 or 07772 922630 for more information.
Find out more »DISCOVER HISTORY
Aspull & Haigh Historical Society meet on the second Thursday of the month New members welcome Our Lady’s R C Church Hall Haigh Road Aspull 2pm to 4 pm Call Anne Crennin on 01942 831392
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FRANKIE’S GROUP AT BROADMEAD
We meet every Thursday between 4 pm and 7.30 pm The group is open to anyone who feels lonely or isolated. Come along and meet with others participate in a craft activity play pool or sing along on the karaoke or just chill out and chat to your friends. We serve beans on toast have […]
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Every Thursday 4 pm to 6.30 pm for children aged 8 years and above 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm for children from 13 to 18 years Hindley Fire Station For more details ring 01942 487741
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REGULAR SPORTS SESSIONS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE WITH A DISABILITY
Rebound Therapy: Thursdays (term time) 5pm - 6pm & 6pm - 7pm Leigh Indoor Sports Centre Ages 5-19: Booking is required so please contact Inspiring healthy lifestyles on 01942 488481 Or email [email protected] www.inspiringhealthylifestyles.org
Find out more »STREET DANCE
Every Thursday 5 pm to 6 pm Ashton St Thomas Church Hall 18 Warrington Rd Ashton Ages 8+; For more information please contact Steven Eastwood T: 01942 828510 E: [email protected]
Find out more »CRICKET CALL
Highfield Cricket Club is calling all Year 5 & 6 pupils to its coaching programme currently at The Deanery High School at their ground on Billinge Road Highfield from 6 pm to 7 pm There are qualified coaches at all sessions. More details from Gary Speakman on 07721 639970
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Street Dance and Cheerleading
street dance Street Dance and Cheerleading 5.30 pm – 6.30 pm
Find out more »FOOTBALL 4 FORCES
Thursday 5.30 pm to 7.30 pm Robin Park Arena Loire Drive Wigan WN5 0UH Football 4 Forces sessions are for ex-servicemen reserves cadets and those still serving in the armed forces aged 16-65 and are provided thanks to funding from the Ministry of Defence Covenant Fund. To find out more about the Football 4 Forces […]
Find out more »STREET DANCE
Stubshaw Cross Labour Club - Walter Street Ashton-in-Makerfield Wigan WN4 8TP 5.30 pm – 6.15 pm ages 5-8 years boys and girls: 6.15 pm – 7 pm ages 8-16 years boys and girls Costs: £1 No need to book Contact Michaela Griffiths on [email protected] or 01942 488495
Find out more »NEW LATICS DISABILITY MULTI SPORT SESSIONS
Every Thursday 5.30 pm to 6.30 pm Leigh Sport Village Sports Hall Sessions are free of charge. Ages 8 to 16 years; Call 01942 488 530 or e-mail [email protected]
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BOYS BRIGADE & GIRLS ASSOCIATION
Tuesday Anchor Section: 6 pm to 7.10 pm St John’s C of E Primary School Simpkin Street Abram Junior Section: 6.30 pm to 7.40 pm: Company Section: 7 pm to 8.10 pm Ages from 5 to 18 years. More details at www.15thwiganbb.co.uk
Find out more »REGULAR SPORTS SESSIONS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE WITH A DISABILITY
Rebound Therapy: Thursdays (term time) 5pm - 6pm & 6pm - 7pm Leigh Indoor Sports Centre Ages 5-19: Booking is required so please contact Inspiring healthy lifestyles on 01942 488481 Or email [email protected] www.inspiringhealthylifestyles.org
Find out more »CHILDREN’S COMMUNITY CHOIR
6 pm to 7.30 pm. The Turnpike Gallery All 8-12 year olds welcome! No Auditions come and join the fun FREE
Find out more »MINGLE
Every Thursday 6pm to 9pm 149A Lowton Road Golborne WA3 3HT A supported evening social group to tackle social isolation for people with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health issues, Acquired Brain Injury and some Older People. Make Friends & Socialise Enjoy a simple meal & a brew. We will help you Read letters Get online Find […]
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STREET DANCE
Stubshaw Cross Labour Club - Walter Street Ashton-in-Makerfield Wigan WN4 8TP 5.30 pm – 6.15 pm ages 5-8 years boys and girls: 6.15 pm – 7 pm ages 8-16 years boys and girls Costs: £1 No need to book Contact Michaela Griffiths on [email protected] or 01942 488495
Find out more »STREET DANCE
Every Thursday 6.15 pm to 7.15pm Shakerley Community Centre Cumberland Ave Tyldesley Ages 8-16: For more information contact Steven Eastwood T: 01942 828510 E: [email protected]
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BOYS BRIGADE & GIRLS ASSOCIATION
Tuesday Anchor Section: 6 pm to 7.10 pm St John’s C of E Primary School Simpkin Street Abram Junior Section: 6.30 pm to 7.40 pm: Company Section: 7 pm to 8.10 pm Ages from 5 to 18 years. More details at www.15thwiganbb.co.uk
Find out more »MANDALA ART GROUP
Every Thursday 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm Patrick House 58 Leigh Road Leigh WN7 1QR Organised by Compassion in Action 01942 418 83 Free of charge
Find out more »STANDISH PLEASANT HOUR
Every Thursday 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm Standish Community Centre Moody Street Standish For the Over 60’s: this is a chance for people to get together for a chat and a cuppa along with the occasional game of bingo. The group also organise days out and social events along with parties to mark special occasions. […]
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THE REALLY AWFUL ORCHESTRA
Every Monday evening (Term Time Only) 7 pm – 9 pm The Music Centre, Park Road, Hindley Further details and to register your interest contact Ian Darrington 07785 982524 [email protected] Pete Fletcher 07848 818276 [email protected]
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Every Thursday 4 pm to 6.30 pm for children aged 8 years and above 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm for children from 13 to 18 years Hindley Fire Station For more details ring 01942 487741
Find out more »STANDISH WI
Meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month Ashfield House Hotel Standish at 7 pm
Find out more »SEVEN STARS SWORD & STEP DANCERS
We practise at Holy Family Parish Hall in Tram Street Platt Bridge Wigan 2nd 4th (and any 5th) Thursday evening: Dance for fun (and sometimes money) - new members welcome.
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ST JOSEPH’S PLAYERS
GOT ANY FREE TIME ON YOUR HANDS LOOKING FOR A NEW HOBBY? WANT TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS? Any time you can give us will be very much appreciated. You could be acting painting putting on make-up making properties sewing costumes serving refreshments learning new skills. Everyone welcome between ages of 16yrs and 101yrs+. I […]
Find out more »DANCE CIRCLE
Upholland Circle Dance Group. Upholland Methodist Church Alma Hill Upholland Wigan Thursday 7.30 pm to 9 pm
Find out more »GOT ANY FREE TIME ON YOUR HANDS LOOKING FOR A NEW HOBBY? WANT TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS?
Any time you can give us will be very much appreciated. You could be acting painting putting on make-up making properties sewing costumes serving refreshments learning new skills. Everyone welcome between ages of 16yrs and 101yrs+. I can promise you will love being part of the Society no matter how much time you have to […]
Find out more »MULTI-SPORTS & STREET DANCE
Every Thursday: 7.30 pm to 9 pm Hindley Fire Station Borsdane Avenue Hindley Wigan WN2 3QB Ages 11+ Contact Steven Eastwood T: 01942 828510 E: [email protected]
Find out more »ATHERTON WI
2nd Thursday of every month St Richards Parish Centre Atherton 7.30 pm All women are welcome to attend
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OLD HALL BRASS BAND
Mondays and Thursdays 8 pm to 9.45 pm Jubilee Methodist Church Roby Mill Wigan WN8 0FQ Contact: [email protected] Tel: 07889 271291
Find out more »ASHTON WRITERS
'Sam's Bar' Ashton Alternate Tuesdays at 8 pm www.writer-circles.com/ashton.html
Find out more »ASHTON ART GROUP
YMCA Hilton Street Ashton in Makerfield from 8 pm to 10 pm The group meets each Tuesday evening for a varied programme including life and figure studies portrait and still life drawing. You are old enough to join the group at 16 but never too old as there is a wide range of ages and […]
Find out more »OLD HALL BRASS BAND
Monday and Thursday 8 pm to 9.45 pm Jubilee Methodist Church Roby Mill Wigan WN8 0FQ Contact: [email protected] Tel: 07889 271291.
Find out more »ASHTON ART GROUP
We invite residents to explore their creative side by attending our regular meetings. The group meets on Thursday between 8 pm and 10 pm at the Heath Road day centre on Heath Road To find out more email [email protected]
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