Wigan
Properties and events in Wigan
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
Curators tour - Forward, Together Wigan Borough 50th Anniversary Exhibition
Join the exhibition’s curator for a special tour of our 50th Anniversary exhibition that celebrates people, places and communities across the Borough of Wigan
Damhouse, Historical Manor House with Tea Room
Damhouse is a Grade 2* listed Manor House in 17acres of Woodland . It is currently owned by Morts Astley Heritage Trust and houses a Tea Room, offices and function rooms. The historical part of the building remains as it was in the 1500s.
Greenheart Heritage Tour
Join us for an exciting journey through our Greenheart landscape recovery sites to celebrate Heritage Open Days!
Lancashire Mining Museum Battle of Britain Afternoon tea and Bevin Boys display
Commemorating the Battle of Britain and coal mining during the Second World War, remembering the Bevin Boys who were drafted into the coal mines to help the war effort. The winding engine will be running, and the lamp room and cottage will be open.
Last Mining Training Suite In The UK - Tour the underground training shaft
Experience Tyldesley’s unique underground training simulation for wannabe miners!
Leigh Spinners Mill Heritage Centre
The Heritage Centre will be open for longer on Saturday 14 September and also open on Sunday 15 September.
Makers, Music & Masonry
Ever wondered what happens inside a Freemason's lodge? Gain access to the mysteries and secrets of the lodge room for one day only whilst also enjoying our family-friendly makers, music and masonry festival. Live music, artisan markets, and more.
Ringing The Bell Of The Parish Church Of St George - Tyldesley
Ringing the 200 year old bell.
St Georges Church Original Registers
200 Year Old documents from the opening of St Georges Church.
St James with St Thomas Church. Poolstock. Wigan. Greater Manchester.
Climb the tower steps and enjoy a Bell ringing experience. See the experts at work and maybe have a go yourself. Visit our beautiful church and enjoy a free tour. Faith cafe open on a pay as you feel basis.
St Peter's Church, Firs Lane
St Peter's Church is situated in Leigh Greater Manchester and is a Grade II* listed building built in 1881. One of the most interesting features in our church is the pulpit, which came from Manchester Catherdal during the Second World War.
Tyldesley Heritage Walk
Take a tour of Tyldesley's Historic High Street.
Visit the Church of St Wilfrid Standish,
Church will be open for visits. People will be available to explain its history. It will be possible to access the Peace Gate and the Bell Ringing Chamber. There will be a Churchyard Tour. Refreshments available
Wigan Music Walking Tour
Grab a headset and join us for a guided musical walking tour of Wigan town centre. This tour, covering 3km,will explore our town’s unique musical heritage - with music and commentary on your headset. Designed in partnership with Everyday Wigan.