Community Regular Events May - Jul - Wigan Leisure and Culture ...

Community Event - Regular Events 

Mondays 

LEIGH AMATEUR BOXING CLUB 

Scott Street, off Wigan Road, Leigh, Lancashire, WN7 5AL. 

Juniors 5.00 - 6.00pm. Seniors 5.30 - 7.00pm. For boys & girls (8-14 years), men 

& women. Fitness & Technique. Fully qualified ABA Coaches. Beginners 

welcome. For further information telephone Adrian Fleming 01942 602701. 

£1.50 Juniors £2.50 Seniors 

PRIVATE DANCE LESSONS 

Private tuition is available 7 days a week at a time that suits you. Whether you’re 

an absolute beginner who can't make a class, a social dancer that wants to brush 

up, or want to take it that little bit further with professional coaching, or 

competitive choreography. We have expertise in the following styles Ballroom, 

Jive, Rock and Roll and more... For further information telephone Phil 01942 

375931 / 07872 146896 or visit hurstdance.co.uk 

ROYCE'S HEALTH & FITNESS CENTRE 

193 Manchester Road, Ince, Wigan. 

We have a wide range of modern fitness and resistance equipment to suit any 

age and ability. We also have a sauna and showers. We are open 7 days a week 

and you can use the facilities as often as you like. For further information 

telephone Royce Banks on 01942 321933. 

£135/year membership 

ST MICHAEL'S AMATEUR DRAMATICS SOCIETY 

Parish Hall, Shaw Street, Wigan. 

Providing theatrical entertainment for over 50 years. We have our own fully 

rigged stage. For further information telephone 01942 214572 

GROOVY TOTS, 9:15 am - 10:15 am 

Lowton Surestart Children's Centre, Newton Road, Lowton. 

For walking to 5 years. No need to book. For further information telephone 01942 

776077. 

£2 

PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP, 9:15 am - 11:15 am 

Platt Bridge Community Centre, Platt Bridge, Wigan. 

Fun, play and crafts for pre-school children. Toast and drink included in the price. 

Term time only. For further information telephone 01942 863707 

£1.50 

BABY MASSAGE, 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Ashton Children's Centre, Hilton Street, Ashton. 

For babies 6wks - 6 months. Booking Essential. For further information and to 

book telephone 01942 723965 

Free 

PARENTS AND TODDLER GROUP, 9:30 am - 11:00 am 

Bryn Children's Centre, Downall Green Road, Bryn, WN4 0DL. 

Group for parents, carers and their children aged 0-5. Freeplay and structured 

activities. For further information telephone 01942 776382 

Donations 

LOW AEROBICS, 10:00 am - 11:00 am 

Scout Hut, Atherton, M46 0PA. 

For further information telephone 01942 488481 

ROSEMARY CONLEY DIET & FITNESS CLUB, 10:00 am - 11:30 am 

St Aiden's Social Club, Highfield Grange Avenue, Winstanley. 

Slim 'n' Aerobics. Membership fee £10. Special offer: Free membership when 

you join our premier club at £26 per month (extra benefits included) or Pre-pay 

£32 for 6 weeks consecutive classes. Please bring this guide with you. For 

further information telephone Chris Whistlecroft on 01942 824557 or email 

Chriswhistlecroft_rcdfc@msn.com 

£5.70 

SURE START, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Monaco Ballroom, Atherton Road, Hindley. 

BINGO, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm 

St Andrew's Parish Centre, 120 Woodhouse Lane, Springfield, Wigan, WN6 7LZ. 

Free admission - refreshments included. Book of 6 bingo cards £1. Everyone 

welcome. 

GLITTER BABIES - BALLET AND TAP, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm 


For children aged 2-4 years. For further information telephone 01942 723965 

£2.20 

INDOOR BOWLING, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 

Formby Hall, Atherton. 

SURE START, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 


TALKFIRST BABY SIGNING, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 


Booking essential. For further information and to book telephone 01942 776077.

£15 for 6 sessions 

TOP TOTS, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

Wigan Road Methodist Church, Leigh. 

Happy friendly meeting place for parents and children from birth to pre-school 

age in a safe and spacious environment. During term time only. Refreshments 

provided. For further information telephone Gerry on 01942 679894. 

£1.50 

BABY CLINIC, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm 

Westleigh Children's Centre, Westleigh Lane, Leigh, WN7 5NJ. 

Drop in sessions. Last weighing at 2.45pm. For further information telephone 

01942 777705 

free 

RUBBER BRIDGE, 1:30 pm 

Wigan Bridge Club, 38 Bridgeman Terrace, Wigan. 

Bridge Club - also at 7.30pm. Bridge lessons Mondays at 7.30pm - visitors and 

new members welcome. For further information telephone 01942 243612. 

ATHERTON YOUNG VOICES, 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm 

St Philip's CE Primary School, Bolton Road, Atherton, M46 9FD. 

Choir open to children in Atherton area between the ages of 7-11 years. All 

welcome! Term time only. For further information telephone Imelda Leah at 

Wigan Music Centre on 01942 255227. 

PROSCORE ACADEMY (TODDLER SOCCER), 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm 

St Thomas' Primary School, Hodnet Drive, Ashton. 

Soccer skills for children aged 3-5 years - term time only. Booking Essential. For 

further information and to book telephone 01942 723965 

£1.50 per session 

CHEERLEADING, 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm 

Worsley Mesnes Community Centre, Clifton Street, Wigan. 

For children aged 5-15 years. For further information telephone 01942 244641. 

ROSEMARY CONLEY DIET AND FITNESS CLUB, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 

Tyldesley Methodist Church, Elliot Street, Tyldsley, M29 8JE. 

The famous Rosemary Conley diet advice together with a 45 minute workout. 

Suitable for all ages and abilities. We sell membership packs for £10 or free 

membership if you pre-pay £50 for 10 weeks. For further information telephone 

01942 707270 or email lindacb@blueyonder.co.uk 

£5.50 per class 

ST JOHN AMBULANCE, 5:30 pm - 8:15 pm 

St Ambrose Barlow Church, Manchester Road, Astley, Manchester, M29 7DZ.

Badgers (5-10years) meet at 5:30pm - 6:30pm. Cadets (10-18 years) meet at 

6:45pm - 8:15pm. All youth leaders qualified and CRB checked. New members 

always welcome to take part in community and national and national events, and 

be offered training in first aid, care and youth work. For further information 

telephone 07739 312549 or Lesley on 07729 810294. 

WIGAN AND LEIGH WRESTLING CLUB, 5:45 pm - 8:00 pm 

Rose Bridge High School(Sports Hall), Holt Street, Ince, Wigan. 

First lesson is free. Freestyle Wrestling. For further information telephone Julie or 

David Grundy on 01942 706690, 07725 238379, 07850 270336. 

£2 

BRAZILIAN SOCCER SCHOOLS, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 

Standish High School. 

For boy and girls aged 5-16 years. Places are limited so booking is essential. For 

further information telephone James Winnard on 01257 470384 or 07736 

733318. 

£3.50 

ROSEMARY CONLEY DIET & FITNESS CLUB, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 

The Byrchall High School, Warrington Road, Ashton. 

Slim 'n' Aerobics 6pm-7.30pm, Slim 'n' Salsa 7.30pm-9pm. Membership fee £10. 

Special offer: Pay £32 for 6 weeks consecutive classes and receive FREE 

membership (saving £10). Please bring this guide with you. For further 

information telephone Chris Whistlecroft on 01942 824557 or email 


£5.70 

SEI DO KAN KARATE, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm 

Beer Engine, Poolstock Lane, Wigan. 

Children's classes 6.00pm - 7.00pm / Adults 7.00 - 8.30p. Shotokan style karate. 

Longest established club in North West. Great for keeping fit and for self 

defence. Beginners welcome at all classes. Chief instructor - Sensei Billy 

Higgins, winner of many world and European championships. For further 

information telephone 07751 146703. 

STEP, LEGS, TUMS & BUMS, 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm 

Ladybird Fitness Club for Women, 55 Albert Street, Newtown, Wigan, WN5 0TR. 

Membership is £25 per month for all classes, no 12 month contract. For further 


STRICTLY KIDS CLASS, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 

Hindley Methodist Hall, Argyle Street. 

For further information telephone Phil on 07872 146896 or visit 

www.hurstdance.co.uk 

£4

THE MONDAY CLUB, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 

St Luke's Church Centre, Stubshaw Cross, Ashton. 

For boys and girls aged 6-10 years. Come and have fun with arts and craft, 

playing games, singing, snooker. Just turn up. 

40p 

YAMABUSHI RYU JIU JITSU, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 

1st Atherton Scout Building (Upstairs), Carbank Street, Atherton. 

Learn traditional Jiu Jitsu great for self defence, confidence and fitness. For 

children 8+. Adults 7.15pm - 8.30pm. For further information telephone Sensei 

Gaz on 07867 863444 or Sensei mark on 07802 223317. 

£2 

PROSCORE ACADEMY (TODDLER SOCCER), 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm 


Soccer skills for children aged 3-5 years. Booking Essential. For further 

information and to book telephone 01942 723965 


AEGIS MARTIAL ARTS, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 

Swimsmart House, Bradley Lane, Standish, Wigan. 

Classical Wing Chun martial arts class for kids. Anti bullying, leadership skills. 

For further information telephone 07946 312037. 

JUJUTSU, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

Scout Building, Carbank Street, Atherton. 

Juniors 6.00 - 7.00pm; Seniors 7.15 - 8.15pm. Beginners welcome. For further 



KARATE, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 

Rose Bridge Sports and Community Centre, Holt Street, Ince, Wigan. 

For further information telephone Frank Morris on 01942 510712 Ext 206. 

SLIMMING WORLD, 6:30 pm 

Higher Ince Labour Club, Anderton Street, Ince. 

For further information telephone Jackie on 01942 255586. 

£4.50, Concessionary £4.25 

BICKERSHAW GUIDES, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Bickershaw C of E Primary School, Bickershaw Lane, Bickershaw, WN2 4AE. 

For girls aged 10 to 16. During School Term. For further information telephone 

01942 259261 

£1.50

BODY BAR, 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 






KICK AEROBICS, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

Rose Bridge Sports and Community Centre, Holt Street, Ince, Wigan. 

A challenging martial arts based workout to music. For further information 

telephone Gill on 01942 736834. 

LADIES ONLY RUNNING GROUP - BEGINNERS, 7:00 pm 

Wigan Tesco Café. 

A successful ladies only running group with the Women's Running Network 

affiliated to UK Athletics and Run England. We meet whatever the weather. With 

the beginners we follow a 10 week programme. 


Tyldesley Methodist Church, Elliot Street, Tyldesley, M29 8JE. 






SALSA (10 WEEK INTRO COURSE), 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 




£5.50 


Salem Church Hall, Church Street, Orrell. 

Men and women welcome. Membership £10.00. For further information 

telephone Barbara 01695 731343. 

£4.25 


XII Apostles Club, Westleigh Lane, Westleigh. 

For further information telephone Andrea on 01942 523600. 

ST JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE, 7:00 pm 

Astley Independent Methodist Church, 530 Manchester Road, Astley, 

Manchester, M29 7BP.

For adults 18+ years. For further information and details about how to join 

telephone Noel on 07970 852727. 

STRICTLY BALLROOM AND LATIN, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

Leigh Miners, Twist Lane, Leigh. 

Improvers. For further information telephone Phil 01942 375931 / 07872 146896 

or visit hurstdance.co.uk 

£5.50 

STUDIO 77 ARTS SOCIETY, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Leigh Bowling Club, Pownall Street, Leigh. 

Painting in all mediums. Beginners welcome. Membership £10.00 per year. For 

further information telephone Janet 01942 601132. 

£1.50 

TAEKWONDO, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

Holy Families Parish Hall, Tram Street, Platt Bridge, Wigan, WN2 5JE. 

Martial Arts. For further information telephone 01942 730272. 

£5, Concessionary £4 


Youth Community Centre, Woodford Street, Pemberton. 

Korean martial arts classes every Monday and Thursday evening. For further 

information telephone 01942 730272 / 07880 816910. 

WIGAN LADIES GUILD, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Wigan Baptist Church Hall, Charles Street, Wigan, Lancashire. 

Meetings held on the first three Mondays of the month. An enjoyable evening 

with various interesting speakers, plus social events and outings. (No meetings in 

January or July) For further information telephone Lorraine on 01942 245228 or 

Marjorie on 01942 323033 

WOMEN'S ONLY BOXING FITNESS CLASS, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 

Leigh Amateur Boxing Club, Scott Street, Off Wigan Road, Leigh, WN7 5AL. 

A non contact and fun way to improve fitness and weight control. All coaches are 

fully qualified amateur boxing association coaches. All equipment provided. For 

further information telephone Adrian on 01942 602701. 

£2.50 

WIGAN AND HINDLEY JU-JITSU CLUB, 7:15 pm - 9:30 pm 

Bellingham Lawn Tennis Association Club, Bellingham Drive, Wigan Lane, 

Wigan, WN1 2NF. 

Keep fit and build confidence with the original martial art. All ability levels 

welcome; beginners to black belt. Qualified, CRB checked, instructors. For 

further information telephone Peter Winrow on 07714 513960 or go to the 

website www.jujitsu-in-wigan.web.com.

Junior-14yrs £1.75 Senior 14+ £3.00 



Classical Wing Chun for adults, both male and female can participate. For further 

information telephone Dave on 07946 312037. 

ALL SAINTS LADIES CIRCLE, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

All Saints RC Church - Meeting Room, High Street, Golborne, WA3 3BG. 

Ladies evening. Hear interesting speakers, theatre trips and day outings. Join in 

fund raising events. We meet on the 1st Monday of every month. For further 

information telephone Trish Henry 01942 510554. 

BUGEISHA FIGHTING ARTS, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 

Hindley Leisure Centre, Mornington Road, Hindley. 

The ultimate fighting system has arrived in Wigan. Everyone welcome. World and 

European instruction. For further information telephone 07967 148880. 

DEEP HARMONY MALE VOICE CHOIR, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

Fred Longworth School, Print Shop Lane, Tyldesley. 

Male Voice Choir Rehearsals. Everyone who can sing welcome. Want a choir for 

your future events? For further information telephone Ralph Livesey 01942 

874608 

Free 

ORRELL TOWNSWOMEN, 7:30 pm 

St Luke's Church Hall, Orrell. 

1st Monday of each month. For further information telephone 01695 624148 

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING, 7:30 pm - 10:15 pm 

St James Social Club, St James Road, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 7AA. 

Scottish Country Dancing. Tuition if required, partner not necessary. Everyone 

welcome. 7.30pm - 8.00pm Beginners. 8.00pm - 10.15pm General. For further 

information telephone The Thistle Society on 01942 861539 / 01942 247403. 

£1.50 per night 

STRICTLY BEGINNERS BALLROOM & LATIN, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 

St Josephs Parish Hall, Leigh. 

For further information telephone 07872 146896 or visit hurstdance.co.uk 

£5.00 

WIGAN CHORAL SOCIETY REHEARSALS, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 

Trinity United Reformed Church, Milton Grove, Wigan. 

For further information telephone Dorothy Williamson (Secretary) 01257 425129. 

WIGAN CIVIC TRUST, 7:30 pm

Drumcroon, 2 Parsons Walk, Wigan, Lancashire. 

Wigan Civic Trust meets on the 2nd Monday of the month. We aim to stimulate 

public interest in the area, to promote high standards of Planning and 

Architecture, and to secure the preservation, conservation , development, and 

improvement of features of general public amenity or historic interest. If these 

matters interest you we would be pleased to meet you. For further information 

telephone George Hollingsworth on 01942 244876 

WIGAN WOODCRAFTS CLUB, 7:30 pm 

Platt Bridge Community Centre, Walthew Lane, Platt Bridge, Wigan, WN2 5AH. 

Meetings alternate Monday evenings. 7th November meeting has a Club 

Member Demonstrating. The purpose of the Club is to promote an interest in 

Woodturning and other related Skills. Meetings alternate fortnightly between a 

Demonstration Evening and a Hands On Night where more experienced 

members are available to supervise, help and advise those new to Woodturning. 

New members male or female always welcome. For further information email 

secretary@wiganwoodcrafts.co.uk or visit www.wiganwoodcrafts.co.uk 

ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS, 7:30 pm 

Stubshaw Cross Labour Club, Walter Street, Ashton, Wigan, WN4 8TP. 

The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to 

create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Our goal is 

simple: We want you to want to work out, to love working out, to get hooked. 

Zumba® Fanatics achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute 

blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring 

movements meant to engage and captivate for life! The routines feature interval 

training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are 

combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Add some Latin flavor 

and international zest into the mix and you've got a Zumba® class! For further 

information telephone Sue on 07715 853975 or visit www.zumbanorthwest.com 

£4 

WIGAN MUSICAL THEATRE GROUP, 7:45 pm 

St Mary's Parish Centre, Standishgate, Wigan. 

New members always welcome on stage or backstage with scenery lighting or 

properties. For further information telephone 01942 204461. 

ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS, 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm 




HIGHFIELD GRANGE TOWNSWOMAN GUILD, 8:00 pm 

Highfield Grange Community Centre, Highfield. 

Every second and fourth Monday. Entrance fee includes tea and cake. 

£1.00 per person

SALSA AND LATINO, 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm 


Beginners. For further information telephone Phil 01942 375931 / 07872 146896 


£4 

STRICTLY BALLROOM & LATIN, 8:00 pm 




ARGENTINE TANGO, 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm 


8 week course. For further information telephone 07872 146896 or visit 

hurstdance.co.uk 

£35.00 for course 





£5.50 

Tuesdays 








QUIZ NIGHT 

The Greyhound Hotel, Warrington Road, Leigh. 

Great prizes. For further information telephone 01942 671256. 

£1.00 

RISING SUN KARATE CLUB - SHOTOKAN KARATE 

Newtown Working Men's Club, Anson Street, Newtown, Wigan. 

Tuesdays 7.00 - 9.00pm. Saturdays 12.00 - 2.00pm. Ages 5+, all abilities 

welcome. For further information telephone Pam 01942 526380 or 07729 

198874. 

£3.00








SALSA DANCING 

Paddy's Bar, Tyldesley Road, Atherton. 

8.00pm beginners / improvers, 8.45pm intermediates. For further information 

telephone Sue 07715 853975. 

STREET DANCE 

Ashton Children's Centre, YMCA Building, Hilton Street, Ashton, WN4 8PD. 

6:15 - 7:00pm - 4-8year olds, 7pm - 8pm - 9-12 year olds, 8pm - 9pm - 13-16 

year olds. Everyone welcome! Just bring a drink and comfy clothing. For further 

information telephone Donna Moore on 01942 723965. 

£1 per child. 

MINOR ILLNESS CLINIC, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 

Westleigh Children's Centre, Westleigh Lane, Leigh, WN7 5NJ. 

For 0 to 19 years of age. For further information telephone 01942 777705 

free 

TOTS TIME TODDLER GROUP, 9:15 am - 11:15 am 

Toc H Community Centre, Siddow Common, Leigh. 

50p per child, under 9 months free. Includes refreshments. Parent/Toddler group 

for children 0-5 years. Make new friends, play, crafts, outings and fun. For further 

information telephone Sam on 01942 269787 / 07812 853219 or Vicky on 07983 

578747. Open all year, closed Christmas. 

£1.00, Concessionary 50p 

COFFEE MORNING WITH PLAY AREA FOR CHILDREN, 9:30 am - 11:30 am 



50p 

COFFEE MORNING WITH FREEPLAY/CRAFTS, 9:45 am - 10:45 am 


For children aged 0-5 and their parents. Structured craft activities and freeplay. 

Coffee available. For further information telephone 01942 776382. 

£1 

BEGIN TO STEP, 10:00 am - 10:30 am




LADIES LATIN FUSION, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 

St James Social Centre, Orrell. 

No partner required. Classes for beginners (2 left feet welcome). Discount if you 

do more than one class on same day. For further information telephone Phil on 

07872 146896 / 07827 016107 or visit hurstdance.co.uk 

£4.50 

LEIGH & DISTRICT SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 


Join us for a social morning. 

LINE DANCE CLASS WITH JOAN, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

Monaco Ballroom, Hindley. 

Learn to dance the easy way. For further information telephone 01942 777627. 

£2.50 

PENSIONERS TEA DANCE, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 

Formby Hall, Alder Street, Atherton. 

£2 including refreshments 

WIGAN NATIONAL CHILDBIRTH TRUST, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

St Peter's Church, Hindley. 

Coffee mornings, baby and toddler groups, breastfeeding advice, nearly new 

sales. For further information telephone Carla on 01942 247713. 

Free 

MESSY MONKEYS, 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm 


Messy Play for children under 5's. For further information telephone 01942 

723965 

£2 

TAI CHI CLASS, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 

Leigh Liberal Club, Leigh. 

Gentle martial arts session. For people who want stress relief and relaxation. 

Good for people who would like to reduce their blood pressure. People need to 

be aware that they need to stand for the whole class. 

£1.70 

WIGAN BOROUGH'S HERE AND THERE CLUB, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 

The Queens Hall, Market Street, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1HX.

The club meets every month with guest speakers, tea, coffee and biscuits. Time 

to socialise, raffle and hands up bingo. We also have a day trip every month. For 

further information contact Dorry Rees at Age Concern, Wigan Borough. 68 

Market Street, Wigan WN1 1HX, For further information telephone 01942 

241972. 

SHEVINGTON OVER 60'S, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm 

Shevington Methodist Church, Gathurst Lane, Shevington, Wigan. 

We meet every other week. Entertainers and speakers plus coach trips to various 

venues. For further information telephone 01257 402020. 

LEIGH JUNIOR SINGERS, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 

Leigh Central Primary School, Windermere Road, Leigh, WN7 1UY. 

Choir open to children in Leigh area between the ages of 7-11 years. All 

welcome! Term time only. For further information telephone Wigan Music 

Centre on 01942 255227. 

MISS JD STREET DANCE FOR CHILDREN, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 


For further information telephone 01942 255138 or 07900 995605. 


Leigh Miners Welfare Institute, Kirby Road, Leigh, WN7 4EF. 







Shevington Methodist Church, Shevington, Wigan. 

Also a class at 7pm. Men and women welcome. Membership £10.00. For further 

information telephone Barbara 01695 731343. 

£4.25 

BOXING FITNESS CLASS, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 


For male & female. A non contact and fun way to improve fitness and weight 

control. All coaches are fully qualified amateur boxing association coaches. All 

equipment provided. For further information telephone Adrian on 01942 602701. 

£2.50 

GROUP CYCLING WITH BELLY BUSTER, 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm 



information telephone 01942 231010.


St Patricks Social Club, Wellington Street, Scholes. 

Also a class at 7.15pm. Men and women welcome. £10.00 membership. For 

further information telephone Michelle 01942 829936 or 07984 463520. 

£4.25 

AEROCIRC, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 

YMCA, Ashton. 

A variety of exercise methods that encapsulate a fine balance of aerobic and 

anaerobic workouts for toning, losing weight and psychological wellbeing. Each 

session prides itself with a holistic approach to exercise which adheres to a 

sensible structured framework advised by leading professionals at the American 

College of Sport & Exercise Medicine. To further information and to book 

telephone Steven on 07913 260214 or 07921 610189. A positive step to 

prolonging your life! 

£3.50 


All Saints CE Primary School, Chapelfields Lane, Hindley. 

Slim 'n' Aerobics 6pm-7.30pm, Slim 'n' Salsa 7.30pm-9pm. Membership fee £10. 

Special offer: Free membership when you join our premier club at £26 per month 

(extra benefits included) or, Pre-pay £32 for 6 weeks consecutive classes. 

Please bring this guide with you. For further information telephone Chris 

Whistlecroft on 01942 824557 or email Chriswhistlecroft_rcdfc@msn.com 

£5.70 


Highfield St Matthews Primary School, Billinge Road, Pemberton. 

Slim 'n' aerobics. Membership fee £10. Special offer: Free membership when 

you join our premier club at £26 per month (extra benefits included) or, pre-pay 




£5.70 

ROSEMARY CONLEY DIET AND FITNESS CLASSES, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 

Mabs Cross Primary School, Standishgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1XL. 

£10.00 membership plus £5.50 per class. Slim 'n' aerobics in a fun friendly 

atmosphere, come along and see how much you can lose. Please call for details 

of free membership offers. For further information telephone Colette Miller on 

01772 735534 

£5.50 

STREET JAZZ DANCE CLASS, 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm 

Oddfellows Hall, Next to Potters Bar, Church Street, Standish, Wigan.

Street Dance Class. Come and join in the fun each Tuesday with tuition by Katie. 


£3 

TAICHI AND CHIKUNG, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 

St Wilfred's Parish Hall, Church Street, Standish. 

Traditional old Yang style forms, chikung breath exercises, push hands etc. Good 

for improving balance, focus, co-ordination, relaxation. Beginners welcome. 

Classes also in Aspull and Bolton. For further information telephone Faith 0784 

9334039 

WIGAN MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm 

Norley Hall Community Centre, Norley Hall Avenue, Pemberton, Wigan, WN5 

9LP. 

6pm - 7pm Lower Grades (Novice. 7pm - 8.30pm (Advanced Class). Shotokan 

Karate Club with basic Judo techniques. From age 4 to any age. For further 

information telephone 01942 700816 / 07784 360658 or email 

terence.ball@hotmail.co.uk. 

From £2 per person. Max £3. 

WORSLEY MESNES YOUNG WOMEN'S GROUP, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

Worsley Mesnes Stores, Worsley Mesnes. 

Discussion, music, dance, DofE Award, access to information and friendship. For 

further information telephone Carmel Parr on 01942 776779. 






£2 

ZUMBA, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 

St Elizabeth's Parish Hall. 



£4 





AEROBICS N TONE, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 

Woodfold Primary School, WN6 0TS. 

For further information telephone 01942 488481

BICKERSHAW BROWNIES, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 

Bickershaw C of E Primary School, Bickershaw Lane, Bickershaw, WN2 4AE. 

For girls aged 7 to 10. During School Term. For further information telephone 

01942 259261 

£1.50 

BOXERCISE, 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm 




BRAMBLE HOUSE GIRLS GROUP, 6:30 pm 

Bramble House, Broom Road, Worsley Hall. 

Arts projects, dance, drama, sporting activities, sexual health awareness, trips to 

various places including ice-skating, bowling, etc. For further information 

telephone Vicky Briscoe or Paula Richmond on 01942 705396. 


Leigh Miners Welfare Institute, Kirby Road, Leigh, WN7 4EF. 






SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 

Trinity U R Church, Milton Grove, Wigan. 

Scottish Country Dancing for juniors. Graded classes from beginners upwards. 

For further information telephone The Thistle Society on 01942 861539 or 01942 

247403. 

£1.00 per night 

ZUMBA, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 

Hindley High School. 

All levels. For further information telephone Phil 01942 375931 / 07872 146896 


£4 

ALLOTMENT / GROW YOUR OWN VEG, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Hindley High School, Mornington Road, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 4LG. 

Would you like to successfully grow your own fresh fruit and vegetables in a pot 

or on a plot? Learn to produce delicious home grown vegetables very easily 

under the guidance of John a very knowledgeable and experienced horticulturist. 

For further information telephone 01942 767704

ALLOTMENTS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Hindley High School, Mornington High School, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 4LG. 

10 week course. Learn how to grow your own fruit and veg, prepare the soil, take 

cuttings and reap the rewards of home grown organic food. For further 

information telephone Julie Austin / Jo Pollitt on 01942 767704 

BALLROON & LATIN, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

St Elizabeth's Parish Hall, Aspull. 

For further information telephone Phil Hurst on 07872 146896 or visit 


£5.50 

CAKE DECORATING, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. Learn how to make beautiful borders, amazing flowers, fondant 

decorations and much more for decorating cupcakes, cookies and cakes. All 

using sugar paste - you will need to supply your own ingredients/equipment. For 

further information telephone Julie Austin / Jo Pollitt on 01942 767704 

CREATIVE CARD MAKING, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week course. Make a day special with a homemade professional looking card. 

You will learn different techniques including Origami, T-bag folding, Iris folding, 

Heat embossing, Parchment craft, Spirelli, Quilling and Shrink Plastics. There will 

be a small charge each week for materials. For further information telephone 

Julie Austin / Jo Pollitt on 01942 767704 

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. This course is for anyone interested in creating digital photos, 

including the use of computers to process, improve and manipulate their images 

using Adobe Photoshop. Suitable for beginners and improvers. Bring your own 

camera and use of a home computer is essential. For further information 

telephone Julie Austin / Jo Pollitt on 01942 767704 

E BAY FOR BEGINNERS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week course. Earn yourself a fortune by learning all the tricks to buying and 

selling on this very popular website. For further information telephone Julie 

Austin / Jo Pollitt on 01942 767704 

GUITAR BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATE, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. Beginners on Tuesday and Intermediate on Wednesday. 

Moving on from the basics learn to strum your stuff, identifying cords, strings,

notes and how to tune and adjust your guitar. Bring your own guitar. For further 


HAIR AND MAKEUP, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


6 week courses. Why not learn how to do your own hair or someone else's for 

that special occasion, with fishtail plaits, and apply your make up to enhance 

your best features and look fabulous on the night. For further information 


HATHA YOGA, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. Hatha yoga is a gentle form of exercise ideal for beginners 

which focuses on posture and breathing. Achieve a deep form of relaxation, 

helping to improve your quality of sleep, posture, relieve stress, anxiety, 

rejuvenating your mind, body and soul. You will need a yoga mat and blanket. 

For further information telephone Julie Austin / Jo Pollitt on 01942 767704 

INTRO TO COUNSELLING, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week course. This is an introductory non accredited level of counselling which 

explores the counselling practice and aims to help you develop qualities such as 

empathy, non judgemental understanding and unconditional positive interaction. 

Active listening, reflection, paraphrasing and summarising are all skills you can 

develop further and enable you to go on and complete an accredited course. For 


JEWELLERY MAKING, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. Learn the basic skills for jewellery making such as how to cut, 

straighten and bend wire, how to make a loop, connectors, bead wrapping, how 

to design and create bracelets, earrings, necklaces using a variety of techniques. 

You don’t need any power tools just lots of enthusiasm and some basic 

inexpensive beading tools and beads. For further information telephone Julie 

Austin / Jo Pollitt on 01942 767704 

NAIL ART / HAIRDRESSING, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


For further information telephone Julie Austin on 01942 767704 

NUMERACY AND LITERACY, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week course. Numeracy on Tuesday and Literacy on Wednesday. This free 

course allows you to gain a Level 1 and Level 2 qualification at no charge! It 

could help you gain confidence, improve your job prospects and also be an

advantage if you have children who want help with their homework. For further 


Free 

PAINTING / DRAWING, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


Bring out your artist streak painting / sketching / drawing under the guidance of 

artist 'David Barrow'. His work has been exhibited in some of the countries 

leading art galleries and is an exciting and now very collectable artist. Local 

scenes of Wigan, Northern Soul and 'Mod' paintings adorn some of the walls of 

the rich and famous. For further information telephone Julie Austin 01942 767704 

PAINTING WITH OILS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. The art course/class has been designed for people to ease 

themselves into painting with oils. You can be a complete beginner, a little 

experienced or a grand master. David Barrow will take you step by step into 

building up to constructing a finished piece of work. A limited pallet of 9 colours is 

recommended and all the class paints giving all the same experience of colour 

range making colour mixes much easier. You need to provide all your own 

equipment which should cost approx £30/50.For further information telephone 


PILATES, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

Lowton High School (dance studio), Newton Road, Wigan, Lancashire, WA3 

1DU. 

Mat-based Pilates to improve your core strength, posture and tone. Session 

includes the use of therabands and weights. For more information contact 

07920013891. Tuesday 7pm-8pm. Thursday 6.30pm-7.30pm and 7.30pm- 

8.30pm. 

£3.50 


Lowton High School. 

For further information telephone 07920013891 

£3.50 

SCOTTISH DANCING, 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm 

Ince Public Hall, Ince Green Lane, Ince, Wigan, WN34QX. 

SPANISH BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATES, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. Beginners on Tuesday and Intermediate on Wednesday. This 

course is tailored to suit any ability. You will be taught by a native Spaniard in an 

informal environment and cover many topics such as: introducing yourself and 

others, ordering food, asking for directions, booking a hotel, how to complain and

many more topics. For further information telephone Julie Austin / Jo Pollitt on 

01942 767704 

SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


A country vibrant with culture, a mild climate, unique cities and colourful festivals, 

is it any wonder Spain is so popular with over a million Brits. It is also the 2nd 

most spoken language in the world and Robert makes learning not only easy, but 

fun too! For further information telephone Julie Austin 01942 767704 





£5.50 


Golborne High School, Golborne, Warrington, WA3 3EL. 



TEACHING ASSISTANTS L1, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


Interested in working in a school? This course could be just what you need to 

help you along to a new career path. For further information telephone Julie 

Austin 01942 767704 

TIARAS AND FASCINATORS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


Learn to make your own for a special occasion and save yourself a fortune. For 


WIGAN MUSICAL THEATRE GROUP - YOUTH SECTION, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 

St Mary's Parish Centre, Standishgate, Wigan. 

Children and youths aged between 8 and 15 are coached in music, dance, 

drama and singing. For further information telephone 01942 204461. 

WOMEN'S BOXING AND FITNESS CLASSES, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 

The Stables (Rear of Boars Head Pub), Market Street, Leigh. 

Leigh Amateur Boxing Club. Qualified instructors. For further information 

telephone Craig 07812 994940 / John 07971 461234 / Adrian 01942 602701. 


YOGA, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Hindley High School, Mornington Road, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 4LG.

This ancient physical and spiritual discipline helps you increase flexibility, 

strengthen muscles and centre your thoughts, improving your overall wellbeing. 

Very popular. For further information telephone Julie Austin 01942 767704 

LOWTON WI, 7:15 pm 

All Saints Social Centre, Off High Street (rear of Church), Golborne, WA3 3BG. 

First Tuesday of the month (except January). All ladies welcome. We have 

speakers, demonstrations and generally enjoy ourselves. For further information 

contact Norma 01942 601934. 

AEGIS MARTIAL ARTS - WOMEN ONLY SELF DEFENCE, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

Swimstart House, Bradley Lane, Standish, Wigan. 

Street Self Defence, confidence building, car jacking etc. For further information 

telephone Dave on 07946 312037. 

£5 


YMCA, Ashton. 


anaerobic workouts for toning, losing weight and physiological wellbeing. Each 



College of Sport & Exercise Medicine. For further information and to book 



£3.50 

ATHERTON HERITAGE SOCIETY, 7:30 pm 

St Richards Jubilee Hall, Mayfield Street, Atherton. 

Meetings held 2nd Tuesday of each month. For further information telephone 

Margaret Hodge on 01942 884893. 

Members £1.00. Non-members £1.50 

BARNSIDE JIVE, 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm 


French/Modern Jive to contemporary music. Beginner and intermediate tuition 

with dancing between lessons. Come with a partner or on your own. A great 

way to make new friends. For further information telephone 683033. 

£6 

BARNSIDE JIVE CLASSES AND SOCIAL DANCE, 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm 

Formby Hall, Alder Street, Atherton. 

DUPLICATE PAIRS, 7:30 pm 

Wigan Bridge Club, 38 Bridgeman Terrace, Wigan.

Bridge club - Saturdays start at 7.15pm. Also every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of 

the month at 1.30pm. For further information telephone 01942 243612. 

JUJITSU, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

WCVYS building, Pension Street, Swinley, Wigan. 

Adult beginners class. Come and learn this ancient Japanese martial art. 

£4.00 

LINE DANCING, 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm 


Including beginners tuition 7.30-8.15pm followed by dancing and more tuition. 

£3, Concessionary £1.50 

MOTHERS UNION, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

St Pauls Church Hall, Clapgate Lane, Goose Green, Wigan. 

2nd Tuesday of every month. Small Christian Service speaker, free tea, coffee 

and biscuits. Everyone warmly welcomed. (Closed for Summer July and August). 

For further information telephone Linda Barton 01942 239719. 

free 

ORRELL HORTICULTURE SOCIETY, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 

Independent Methodist Church, Fleet Street, Pemberton. 

Meet the first Tuesday in the month to discuss topical gardening issues. For 

further information telephone 01942 245091 


Mabs Cross Primary School, Standishgate, Wigan, Lancashire. 




01772 735534 

£5.50 

SALSA, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 

Shevington Youth & Community. 



£5.50 

SALSA CLASSES, 7:30 pm 

Stubshaw Cross Labour Club, Walter Street, Ashton, Wigan, WN4 8TP. 

Come and learn Salsa whilst getting fit. Beginners and intermediate 7:30pm, 

Improvers 8:00pm, Rueda 9:15pm and Social dancing from 9.45pm. For further 

information telephone Sue on 07715 853975 or visit www.salsafeeltheheat.com 

£5

SALSA, BACHAT & MERENGUE DANCE WORKSHOPS, 7:30 pm 

Langham Hall, Emmanuel Church, 38 Derby Street, Ormskirk, L39 2DE. 

Learn to Salsa (New York, L.A. Cuban), Bachata, Merengue. Absolute beginners 

and improvers/intermediate. Beginners class starts at 7.30pm, Intermediate class 

starts at 8.30pm. Please arrive 5 minutes before your class starts. Free parking 

available in the church area and railway station opposite venue. For further 


£3 

SCOTTISH DANCING, 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm 

Ince Public Hall, Ince Green Lane, Wigan. 

With the Aluinn Tartan Dancers. For further information telephone 01942 

497533. 

£1.50 


Lowton High School, Newton Road, Lowton. 

Slimming World offer support to people who want to lose weight and adopt a 

healthier lifestyle. We offer fun, support, ideas, raffles, awards and a friendly 

environment. For further information telephone Claire on 01942 269643 or 07725 

039399 / www.Slimmingworld.com / 

slimatlowtonhighschool.clairejane81@hotmail.com. 

£4.95 

TYLDESLEY LITTLE THEATRE, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm 

Tyldesley Little Theatre, Lemon Street, Tyldesley. 

Meetings are free but annual membership is required (Adults £5, under 16's 

£2.50). Full details of productions and membership are available from the Box 

Office 01204 655619 or e-mail@info@tlt.org.uk or write to Tyldesley Little 

Theatre, Lemon Street, Tyldesley M29 8HT 

Free 

YOGA & RELAXATION, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

Lowton Lane Head Methodist Church, Lowton. 

Hatha Yoga - you need a mat and cover for relaxation. Qualified British Wheel 

Teacher for 16 years. For further information telephone Janet Southworth on 

01257 794986. 

WIGAN & DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY SOCIETY, 7:45 pm 

Wigan & Leigh College, Pagefield Campus, Wigan. 

Membership £70.00 per year. Membership is open to anyone over 16 years of 

age. For further information telephone Hon Sec Mr Stephen Roberts on 01695 

726626. 

SEQUENCE, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

St Elizabeth's Parish Hall, Aspull.



£5.50 

WIGAN RAMBLING AND CLIMBING CLUB, 8:15 pm 

Wigan Cricket Club, Bull Hey, Wigan. 

We have a full programme of social activities including talks and quizzes. Come 

along just for fun or if you want to learn more about our wide variety of outdoor 

activities. 

Visit www.wiganwalkers.com or contact our secretary, Jill Shilladay on 01257 

421926 for further details 

STRICTLY BALLROOM & LATIN, 8:30 pm 




£5.50 



Improvers. For further information telephone Phil 01942 375931 / 07872146896 


£4.50 

WIGAN FOLK CLUB, 9:00 pm 

Fox and Goose, 37 - 39 Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN11XR. 

Singaround - informal acoustic unplugged music evening. Opportunity for 

singers, musicians, poets and monologuers of all abilities to perform or anyone to 

come along and just listen. Refreshments provided. Ends 12am Tues and 1am 

Thur. For further information telephone Joan 07833 301336 or Geoff 07984 

804210. Email: wiganfolkclub@hotmail.co.uk Web: www.wiganfolkclub.co.uk 

free 

Wednesdays 

BRAZILIAN SOCCER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS 

Wigan Cricket Club, Bull Hey, Parsons Walk, Wigan, WN1 1RU. 

Brazilian Soccer Schools Wigan are running a GIRLS ONLY session. The 

sessions are aimed at Girls aged between 5 & 14 and cater for all abilities, any 

girls interested in joining the free sessions should contact: Brazilian Soccer 

Schools Telephone:01257 470384 Mobile:07736 733318 or Email: 

j.winnard@icfds.com. 


Scott Street, off Wigan Road, Leigh, Lancashire, WN7 5AL.



















ST MICHAEL'S AMATEUR DRAMATICS SOCIETY 

Parish Hall, Shaw Street, Wigan. 

Providing theatrical entertainment for over 50 years. We have our own fully 

rigged stage. For further information telephone 01942 214572 

STANDISH HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY AND GARDENING CLUB 

Methodist Church Hall, High Street, Standish. 

We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of every month for talks and shows. Everyone 

welcome. For further information telephone the Secretary Margaret Cook on 

01257 421335 or email caburrows@blueyonder.co.uk 

TAEKWONDO 

Perrybrook Community School, Bryn, Wigan. 

Evenings. For further information telephone 01942 730272 


WIGAN UKULELE CLUB 

The Keepers, Wigan. 

WUC is Wigan's only ukulele gathering and always looking for uke players of all 

abilities, including those of you who have never picked up a uke before. First and 

third Wednesday of the month at The Keepers, Wigan. Email 

Stephen.corless@blueyonder.co.uk or info@wiganukuleleclub.co.uk. For further 

information telephone 07981 976904 

PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP, 9:15 am - 11:15 am

Platt Bridge Community Centre, Platt Bridge, Wigan. 

Fun, play and crafts for pre-school children. Toast and drink included in the price. 

Term time only. For further information telephone 01942 863707 

£1.50 

COFFEE MORNING WITH PLAY AREA FOR CHILDREN, 9:30 am - 11:30 am 



50p 

JO-JINGLES, 9:30 am - 10:15 am 


The Music and Movement experience for children under 5. Booking Essential. 

For further information and to book telephone 01942 723965 

£1 (Under 1's) £2.50 (Over 1) 

NATTERS CLUB & DOMINO DRIVE, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 

St Nathanial's Church, Resource Centre, Ridyard Street, Wigan. 

Tea, coffee, toast and good conversation. Domino Drive last Thursday in every 

month 1.30pm - 3.30pm. For further information telephone 01942 525899. 

£1.20 

WE LOVE TO BOOGIE, 9:30 am - 10:30 am 

Douglas Valley Children's Centre. 

Suitable for pre-school children aged 5 years and under with parents and carers. 


WE LOVE TO BOOGIE, 9:30 am - 10:30 am 

Douglas Valley Children's Centre, Turner Street, Wigan. 

(Wed 2nd Nov - Wed 7th Dec) Under 5's Dance Class - Mums, dads and carers 

of all ages - bop along to your favourite tunes and help the little ones have fun in 

this friendly dance session. Booking essential. For further information telephone 

01942 322473 

PEMBERTON PENS, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Marsh Green Community Centre, Kitt Green Road, Marsh Green, Wigan, WN5 

0EF. 

Adults creative writing group. For further information telephone 01942 729849 

£1.50 

JO-JINGLES, 10:30 am - 11:15 am 


The Music and Movement experience for children under 5. Booking Essential. 

For further information and to book telephone 01942 723965 

£1 (Under 1's) £2.50 (Over 1)

DRAWING AND WATERCOLOUR CLASSES, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm 

Haigh Hall Stables Gallery, Haigh Country Park, Haigh, WN2 1PE. 

Two and a half hours drawing and watercolour classes for absolute beginners or 

for improvers. Tutor Phil Davies. Wednesdays or Thursdays. For further 

information telephone 01942 241676 or call in the Gallery for a leaflet most days 

11am to 4pm. 

from £4 

LUNCHTIME BOXERCISE, 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm 




CRAFT GROUP, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm 

Oxford Hall, Oxford Street, Leigh, WN7 1NE. 

Third Wednesday of every month. Easy to follow craft items with help where 

necessary. For further information telephone Mrs Johnston 01942 609748 or Mrs 

Williams 01942 677391 

£1 

NATIONAL SERVICE - RAF ASSOCIATION, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm 

Royal British Legion, Dicconson Street, Wigan. 

Any persons who served in the Royal Air Force who wants to come and meet like 

minded people who also served. We meet on the third Wednesday of every 

month except in December. For further information telephone John Magee on 

01942 521523. 

Free 

PARENTS AND TODDLER GROUP, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm 


Group for parents, carers and their children aged 0-5. Freeplay and structured 

activities. For further information telephone 01942 776382 

Donations 

TAI CHI & CHI KUNG, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm 

Bispham Methodist Church Hall, Crank Road, Billinge. 

Reduce stress and learn to relax. For further information telephone 01942 

713773. 

ZUMBA, 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm 


All levels. For further information telephone Phil 01942 375931 07872 146896 or 

visit hurstdance.co.uk 

£4 

SEQUENCE DANCING, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Diamond Club, Grey Road, off Old Road, Ashton. 

Sequence dancing for the more mature. Except 2nd Wednesday of the month. 

For further information telephone Ann or Joe on 01942 248135. 

£2 

50+ GROUP, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm 

Oxford Hall, Oxford Street, Leigh, WN7 1NE. 

First Wednesday of every month. Tea and a chat as well as quiz's to play and 

talks to listen to. Special interest items available as well as crafts as per 

seasonal. For further information telephone 01942 677391 

HIGH 5 NETBALL, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 

Byrchall High School, Warrington Road, Ashton in Makerfield, WN4 9PQ. 

Ages 5 - 11 years (primary school children). Police checked instructors. Netball 

level 2 coach. Boys and girls welcome. All abilities and levels of expertise. 

Equipment provided. Please telephone 01942 728221 to register your child. 

£1 

HIGH 5 NETBALL, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 

Byrchall High School, Warrington Road, Ashton in Makerfield, WN4 9PQ. 

Ages 11 - 16 years (secondary school children). Police checked instructors. 

Netball level 2 coach. Boys and girls welcome. All abilities and levels of 

expertise. Equipment provided. Please telephone 01942 728221 to register your 

child. 

£1 


St Benedict's Church Hall, Chapel Street (off Market St), Hindley. 

6.45pm. For further information telephone Jackie on 01942 255586. 


STRICTLY KIDS ALOUD, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm 


For ages 4-15). Lead your child into a world of dance, And open a whole new 

gateway of opportunities, they will meet new friends in a friendly relaxed 

atmosphere, they will gain confidence, develop social skills, coordination and 

flexibility and most of all have a great time while they learn many different styles 

of dance. For further information phone Phil on 07872 146896 or visit 


£4 


Apex Health & Fitness Centre, Low Mill Lane, Hindley. 



session prides itself with a holistic approach to exercise which adheres to a





£3.50 

BODY CONDITIONING, 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm 





Canon Sharples Primary School & Nursery, Whelley, Wigan. 

Slim 'n' Aerobics 6.00pm-7.30pm, Slim 'n' Aerobics 7.30pm-9pm. Membership 

fee £10. Special offer: Free membership when you join our premier club at £26 

per month (extra benefits included) or, Pre-pay £32 for 6 weeks consecutive 

classes. Please bring this guide with you. For further information telephone Chris 

Whistlecroft on 01942 824557 or email Chriswhistlecroft_rcdfc@msn.com 

£5.70 






£2 

YOGA & RELAXATION, 6:00 pm 

Westleigh High School, Westleigh Lane, Westleigh. 



01257 794986. 





JUJITSU, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

WCVYS Headquarters, Penson Street, Swinley, Wigan. 

Come and learn the ancient art of Jujitsu. Keep fit and learn self-defence. 

Beginners welcome. Children 7 and above 6.30pm-7.15pm. Adults 7.30pm- 

9pm. 

£4, Concessionary £2

WIGAN AND DISTRICT HARD OF HEARING FELLOWSHIP, 6:30 pm - 8:30 

pm 

Crompton Street Day Centre, Wigan. 

Weekly meetings. 

BALLROOM & LATIN, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 


Intermediate and beginners dance class. For further information telephone 07872 

146896 or visit hurstdance.co.uk 

BASIC INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DECORATING, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week course. Come along and learn the basic to making your house into a 

stylish and enviable home. For further information telephone Julie Austin / Jo 

Pollitt on 01942 767704 

BOXERCISE (BEGINNERS), 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm 




CAKE DECORATING, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. Learn how to make beautiful borders, amazing flowers, fondant 

decorations and much more for decorating cupcakes, cookies and cakes. All 

using sugar paste - you will need to supply your own ingredients/equipment. For 


COMMUNITY BADMINTON, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Golborne High School, Sports Hall, Lowton Road, Golborne. 

Well established Badminton Club looking for new faces from beginners to 

moderate/advanced players. Optional coaching for beginners upon request if 

required, all included. Friendly atmosphere, various social activities. All 

welcome. For further information telephone Peter Hatfield on 01925 227598 

(evenings only). 

COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


We are pleased to offer these very popular courses again. The ECDL course is 

almost becoming a 'must have' for employers and hopefully give you the edge 

when applying for a job or promotion. Computer skills are used in our daily lives 

and we have a course to suit you whatever your level. For further information 

telephone Julie Austin 01942 767704 

COMPUTERS FOR THE TERRIFIED, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Hindley High School, Mornington High School, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 4LG.

10 week course. For anyone who simply doesn't have a clue about computers. 

Familiarise and identify parts of the computer (hardware/software) logging on and 

off, basic word processing skills such as changing font size, underlining, cut and 

paste etc. Moving clip art, re-sizing images, merging, files and folders, 

spreadsheets, graphs, and charts and an idea of simple database. For further 


CV WRITING / INTERVIEW TECHNIQUES, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


Help for re-employment. 10 week course. Learn basic ICT covering Internet, 

email, Internet job search, covering letters, email attachments and create, layout 

and structure your own CV. For further information telephone Julie Austin / Jo 

Pollitt on 01942 767704 

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


For further information telephone Julie Austin on 01942 767704 

FLORAL ART, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week course. For all levels. Create some fabulous art pieces using fresh and 

silk flowers displayed in unusual containers. Learn how to make a posy bowl for 

a table centre piece, create a basket of fresh flowers, symmetrical arrangements, 

gift bags, wreath and garlands relating to the time of year. You need to provide 

your own flowers/equipment. For further information telephone Julie Austin / Jo 

Pollitt on 01942 767704 

FLORAL ART, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


Using seasonal flora, the latest techniques, styles and trends to create some 

magnificent floral displays to show off to your friends and family or maybe even 

give away a gift! Gill our resident designer will introduce you to some innovative 

and creative techniques to produce some amazing displays for you to enjoy. For 

further information telephone Julie Austin 01942 767704 

GUITAR / KEYBOARD SKILLS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


Why not come along and try your hand at guitar or keyboard skills? We have two 

excellent qualified teachers to get you strumming your stuff! For further 

information telephone Julie Austin 01942 767704 

GUITAR BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATE, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. Beginners on Tuesday and Intermediate on Wednesday. 

Moving on from the basics learn to strum your stuff, identifying cords, strings,

notes and how to tune and adjust your guitar. Bring your own guitar. For further 


HATHA YOGA, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. Hatha yoga is a gentle form of exercise ideal for beginners 

which focuses on posture and breathing. Achieve a deep form of relaxation, 

helping to improve your quality of sleep, posture, relieve stress, anxiety, 

rejuvenating your mind, body and soul. You will need a yoga mat and blanket. 

For further information telephone Julie Austin / Jo Pollitt on 01942 767704 

HINDLEY GREEN RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION, 7:00 pm 

Hindley Green Family Church at Bethel, Atherton Road, Hindley Green. 

We meet on the first Wednesday of the month. The Association's aim is to 

safeguard and promote the interest of residents in Hindley Green on matters 

concerning the environment. To help improve living conditions, community 

facilities and services for residents living in the area. For further information you 

can visit the website www.hgra.web.officelive.com or telephone 01942 515690. 

Free 


Aspull Civic Hall, Woods Road, Aspull. 


£3 

INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELLING, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


To gain a broader knowledge of this subject it is essential to consider this 

introductory course. Exploring skills such as empathy, non judgement and self 

awareness it gives you an insight into what counselling is really about. For further 

information telephone Julie Austin 01942 767704 

LADIES ONLY RUNNING GROUP, 7:00 pm 

Wigan Tesco Café. 

A successful ladies only running group with the Women's Running Network 

affiliated to UK Athletics and Run England. We meet whatever the weather. 

NUMERACY AND LITERACY, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week course. Numeracy on Tuesday and Literacy on Wednesday. This free 

course allows you to gain a Level 1 and Level 2 qualification at no charge! It 

could help you gain confidence, improve your job prospects and also be an 

advantage if you have children who want help with their homework. For further 


Free

ORRELL ARCHERS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Wigan Rugby Union Football Club, Douglas Valley. 

Visitors must have GNAS affiliation. For further information telephone 01257 

425123 or email dw9@talktalk.net 

PAINTING WITH WATERCOLOURS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week course. For complete beginners, intermediates or grand masters. Step 

by step into building up to constructing a finished piece of work, using colour 

harmony, a variety of techniques and subject matter. You need to provide all your 

own equipment which should cost around £30. For further information telephone 



Standish Labour Club, Smalley Street, Standish. 

Membership is £10. For further information telephone Barbara on 01695 

731343. 

£4.25 

SPANISH BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATES, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week courses. Beginners on Tuesday and Intermediate on Wednesday. This 

course is tailored to suit any ability. You will be taught by a native Spaniard in an 

informal environment and cover many topics such as: introducing yourself and 

others, ordering food, asking for directions, booking a hotel, how to complain and 

many more topics. For further information telephone Julie Austin / Jo Pollitt on 

01942 767704 





£5.50 

'STRICTLY' DANCE CLASS, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 


Ballroom and Latin (improvers level). For further information telephone Phil on 

07872146896 or visit www.hurstdance.co.uk 

£5.50 


St John Rigby College, Orrell, WN6 8HB. 



TEACHING ASSISTANTS L2, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm


Interested in working in a school? This course could be just what you need to 

help you along to a new career path. For further information telephone Julie 

Austin 01942 767704 

WEDDING STATIONARY, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


10 week course. This course will show you how to come up with a theme and 

then make invitations, thank-you's, menus, save the date cards, table planner 

etc. You will need to provide your own materials. For further information 


WIGAN COMMUNITY CHOIR, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Aspull Methodist Church, Crawford Street, Aspull. 

If you can talk you can sing! No auditions, no need to read music, informal 

atmosphere. A wide range of songs - gospel, pop, folk, classical, world music. 

For more information telephone Jo Hunt on 01942 824923 or email 

wigancommunitychoir@hotmail.com 

£3 

WIGAN WOMEN'S RUNNING NETWORK, 7:00 pm 

Tesco, Wigan. 

A women's only running club, for all abilities, beginners more than welcome! 

Meet at Tesco, Wigan every Wednesday at 7pm. For further information 

telephone Linda on 07971 159750. 

YOGA, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 


This ancient physical and spiritual discipline helps you increase flexibility, 

strengthen muscles and centre your thoughts, improving your wellbeing. Very 

popular. For further information telephone Julie Austin 01942 767704 

ZUMBA, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 




£4 

ZUMBA FITNESS, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 


The Latin-inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning, dance fitness party. Did you 

know our Zumba classes guarantees to burn 650-1000 calories helping to 

sculpture, strengthen and tone your body. For further information telephone 

07872 146896 or go to hurstdance.co.uk 

BELLY DANCING CLASS, 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm

Bateman Hall, Sagar Street, Eccleston, Chorley. 

Suitable for ALL ladies, this is a fun and easy way to help keep you fit while 

exploring different styles of Belly Dance - something for everyone from floaty with 

veils to earthy and fast with Tribal and Gothic styles in between. Don't worry - you 

don't need to show your belly. For further information telephone Sue 07866 

485456 or email greenyansue@tiscali.co.uk 

£4 

WIGAN AND HINDLEY JU-JITSU CLUB, 7:15 pm - 9:30 pm 

Bellingham Lawn Tennis Association Club, Bellingham Drive, Wigan Lane, 

Wigan, WN1 2NF. 

Keep fit and build confidence with the original martial art. All ability levels 

welcome; beginners to black belt. Qualified, CRB checked, instructors. For 

further information telephone Peter Winrow on 07714 513960 or go to the 

website www.jujitsu-in-wigan.web.com. 

Junior-14yrs £1.75 Senior 14+ £3.00 

WIGAN FLORAL ART CLUB, 7:15 pm - 9:30 pm 

St Michaels Hall, Shaw Street, Swinley, Wigan. 

We meet every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Demonstrators from all parts of the 

country arrange flowers for the audience. The price is £3 per visit or you can pay 

for a membership of £22 per year. The club is on-going and has well over 100 

members. For further information telephone Mrs G Rigbye 01257 252598. 

£3 

WIGAN FLOWER CLUB, 7:15 pm - 9:30 pm 

St Michael's Hall, Shaw Street, Wigan. 

Meetings held every third Wednesday of the month except January. Members 

watch floral demonstrations from around the country. Displays are raffled at the 

end of the evening. For further information telephone 01257 252598. 

£3 of £22 annual membership 



Classical Wing Chun for adults, both male and female can participate. For further 

information telephone Dave on 07946 312037. 

LGN COMMUNITY CHOIR, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 

Newton Methodist/URC Church, Cross Lane, Earlestown. 

The LGN (Lowton, Golborne & Newton) is a community choir. All members of the 

community are welcome. No previous experience of singing is required. There 

are no auditions… all we ask is that you are an enthusiastic singer. If you would 

like to join please telephone Olwyn Rowlinson on 01942 602777. 

SHEVINGTON WOMEN'S INSTITUTE, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm 

Shevington Methodist Church, Gathurst Lane, Shevington.

All ladies welcome. We meet every 4th Wednesday of the month. For further 


ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS, 7:30 pm 

All Saints Catholic Club, High Street, Golborne. 

The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to 

create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Our goal is 

simple: We want you to want to work out, to love working out, to get hooked. 

Zumba® Fanatics achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute 

blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring 

movements meant to engage and captivate for life! The routines feature interval 

training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are 

combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Add some Latin flavor 

and international zest into the mix and you've got a Zumba® class! For further 

information telephone Sue on 07715 853975 or visit www.zumbanorthwest.com 

£4 

BARNSIDE JIVE, 7:45 pm - 11:45 pm 

Jaydees (formerly The Beer Engine), Poolstock Lane, Wigan. 

Modern Jive, swingrock, ceroc, it has many names. It is the most exciting and 

fast growing form of dance in the UK. Beginners lesson 7.45pm, Intermediate 

lesson 9pm. For more information telephone Lyn on 01942 683033 

£6 

ORRELL MUSICAL AND DRAMATICAL SOCIETY, 7:45 pm 

Salem United Reformed Church, Church Street, Orrell. 

Weekly rehearsals. Everyone welcome. For further information telephone 

Charlotte on 01942 511756 or email OMADS68@hotmail.co.uk 

50/50 DANCE, 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm 

The Monaco Ballroom, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 3EU. 

Our fabulous 50/50 Social Dances are well renowned for their great music and 

brilliant atmosphere. We play a selection of Ballroom, Latin American and 

Popular Sequence to a wide selection of fantastic songs. NO organ or country 

western music is played. Free raffle every week, free parking in surrounding 

area, luxurious large ballroom, large bar area. For further information telephone 

Phil on 07872 146896 or visit www.hurstdance.co.uk 

£4 

50/50 SOCIAL DANCE, 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm 


For further information telephone Phil 01942 375931 / 07872 146896 or visit 


£4.50 

50/50 SOCIAL DANCE, 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm



£4.50 

DANCETASTIC SOCIALS, 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm 


Our Fabulous 50/50 Social Dances are well renowned for their Great Music and 

Brilliant atmosphere. We play a selection of Ballroom, Latin American and 

Popular Sequence to a wide selection of fantastic music from past classics to 

modern hits. No organ or country western music is played! We only use the very 

best of ballrooms all with large wooden floors, parking and licensed bars. For 

further information telephone Phil 07872 146896 or 01942 375931 


GROUP CYCLING (BEGINNERS), 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm 




LAUREL AND HARDY FILM SHOWS, 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm 

The Honeysuckle Pub, Pool St, Poolstock, Wigan, WN3 5BT. 

Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society presents big screen film shows of 

authentic, original Laurel and Hardy classic comedy movies. Every 2nd 

Wednesday of the month. 

FREE 

PIERTON HARMONY CHORUS, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 

Swinley Labour Club, Coppull Lane (off Standishgate), Wigan. 

Piertown Chorus is a men's barbershop harmony group. If you enjoy singing and 

good company come along. For further information telephone Jim Burns 01257 

251674 or Dave Clayton 01695 622073. 

RIVERSIDE HARMONY CHORUS, 8:00 pm 

The Diamond Club, Grey Road (off Old Road), Ashton, WN4 9QW. 

Riverside Harmony Chorus are a small ladies barbershop chorus with members 

aged 16 and over. It doesn't matter if you can't read music, as long as you can 

hold a tune and have lots of energy then you'll fit in perfectly. For further 

information telephone 01942 863798 or email 

riversideharmonychorus@hotmail.co.uk 

WIGAN & DOUGLAS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO SOCIETY, 8:00 pm 

Wigan Sea Cadet HQ, T.S Sceptre, Brookhouse Terrace, off Warrington Lane, 

WN1 3EZ. 

We meet on the first and third Wednesday of the month. A warm welcome is 

offered to all those interested in amateur radio whether licensed or unlicensed,

Short Wave Listener, constructor or contester. For further information telephone 

Dave G4GWG on 01942 211397. 

YOGA & RELAXATION, 8:00 pm 

Leigh United Reformed Church, Union Street, Leigh. 



01257 794986. 

ZUMBA, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Formby Hall, Room One, Atherton. 



£4 

Thursdays 















TREFOIL GUILD 

Scout HQ, Greenough Street, Wigan. 

Open to all ex-members of the Guide Movement. Meet last Thursday of every 

month. For further information telephone 01942 209689. 

BABY MASSAGE, 9:30 am - 10:30 am 


for 0-6 months. Booking essential. For further information and to book telephone 

01942 776077. 

Free 

SLIMMING WORLD, 9:30 am

Hindley Green Family Church, The Bethel, Atherton Road, Hindley Green. 

11.30am. For further information telephone Jackie on 01942 255586. 


ST THOMAS CHURCH MOTHER AND TODDLERS, 9:30 am - 11:30 am 

Rear of St Thomas Church, Chapel Church, Leigh. 

Fun, play and crafts. Price includes drink and toast for the children - parents pay 

separately. School term only. For further information telephone 01942 607726 or 

01942 607432. 

£1.25 

COFFEE MORNING, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Park Lane Unitarian & Free Christian Cha, Wigan Road, Landgate, (next to Park 

Hotel), WN4 0BY. 

A warm welcome is extended to everyone at our Thursday morning Coffee 

Mornings. Meet new friends or re acquaint yourself with old ones in the 

surroundings of the old schoolhouse. For those who are interested in old 

buildings, you can take the opportunity to look around the 17th century Chapel, 

one of the very few historic buildings left in the area. Refreshments, disabled 

access and free parking. For further information telephone Anne Doyle on 01942 

272454. 

Free 

COFFEE MORNING, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Park Lane Unitarian, and Free Christian Chapel, Wigan Road, Landgate, Bryn, 

WN4 0BY. 

A warm welcome is extended to everyone at our Thursday Coffee Mornings. 

Coffee, tea and the ever popular bacon sandwiches are all on offer in a relaxed 

and friendly environment. Books are also on sale and there's the chance to look 

around the 17th Century Unitarian Chapel. Are you an ex'Park Laner'? If so 

now's the chance to come along and take a trip down memory lane. Free parking 

is available on site as well as disabled access. For further information telephone 

Anne Doyle on 01942 272454 

DRAWING AND WATERCOLOUR CLASSES, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm 

Haigh Hall Stables Gallery, Haigh Country Park, Haigh, WN2 1PE. 

Two and a half hours drawing and watercolour classes for absolute beginners or 

for improvers. Tutor Phil Davies. Wednesdays or Thursdays. For further 

information telephone 01942 241676 or call in the Gallery for a leaflet most days 

11am to 4pm. 

from £4 

TAICHI AND CHIKUNG, 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm 

Aspull Methodist Church, Aspull, Wigan.

Traditional old Yang style forms, chikung breath exercises, push hands etc. Good 

for improving co-ordination, relaxation. Beginners welcome. Classes also in 

Standish and Bolton. For further information telephone Faith 0784 9334039 

SELF CARE GROUP, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 


Booking essential. For further information and to book telephone 01942 776077. 

TAI CHI AND CHI KUNG, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm 

Ashton Congregational Church, Hilton Street, Ashton in Makerfield. 

Classes include Chi Kung (energy giving exercises) and traditional Tai Chi form. 



Lowton Civic Hall, Hesketh Meadow Lane, Lowton, WA3 2AJ. 




01942 707270 or email lindacb@blueyonder.co.uk. 

£5.50 

DOMINO DRIVE, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm 

St Nathaniel's Vicarage Lawns, Ridyard Street, Platt Bridge, Wigan. 

Every 2nd and 4th Thursday in the month. 

£1.20 

TINY TALK BABY SIGNING CLASSES, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

Standish Methodist Church Hall, High Street, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0HA. 

Ongoing event that ends term time. £4 per family. For newborns - 2 years. Our 

fun, relaxed classes teach you and your baby everyday sign language through 

songs, books and social time. Helps babies to communicate before they can talk! 

For further information contact Natalie Hampson. Email natalieh@tinytalk.co.uk. 

For further information telephone 01257 401216 or 07722 767356 

WIGAN WOMEN'S FRIENDSHIP CLUB, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm 

WCVY Penson Street, Wigan. 

Come and join us for a social afternoon with interesting speakers and outings. 

We don't meet on the first Thursday of the month. For further information 

telephone Joyce on 01257 252933 or Margaret on 01942 247403. 

WIGAN JUNIOR YOUTH CHOIR, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 

Deanery High School, Frog Lane, Wigan. 

Choir open to children in Wigan between the ages of 7-11 years. All welcome! 

Term time only. For further information telephone Wigan Music Centre on 01942 

255227.


Aspull British Legion. 

Also a session at 6.30pm. For further information telephone 01942 863675 or 

07958 874187. 


St Benedict's Church Hall, Chapel Street, Hindley. 

Also a 7.00pm class. Men and women welcome. Membership £10.00. For further 

information telephone Jackie Rogerson 01942 255586. 

£4.25 

BOXING FITNESS CLASS, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 


For male & female. A non contact and fun way to improve fitness and weight 

control. All coaches are fully qualified amateur boxing association coaches. All 

equipment provided. For further information telephone Adrian on 01942 602701. 

£2.50 

CIRCUIT TRAINING, 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm 




RAINBOWS, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 

St Andrew's Parish Centre, 120 Woodhouse Lane, Springfield, Wigan, WN67LZ. 

For further information telephone 07930 674567 or 01942 233989 or see poster 

in Parish Centre Porch for more details on activities in the centre. (school term 

time) 


The Bellingham Hotel, Wigan Lane, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 2NB. 




01772 735534 

£5.50 







£5.50 

WIGAN AND LEIGH WRESTLING CLUB, 5:45 pm - 7:00 pm

Rose Bridge High School(Sports Hall), Holt Street, Ince, Wigan. 

First lesson is free. Freestyle Wrestling. For further information telephone Julie or 

David Grundy on 01942 706690, 07725 238379, 07850 270336. 

£2 


Golborne High School, Lowton Road, Golborne. 








£3.50 

BROWNIES, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 

St Luke's Church Centre, Stubshaw Cross, Ashton. 

For girls aged 7-11 years. Just turn up. 

KIDS STRICTLY STARZ, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 




£4 

TRADITIONAL SHOTOKAN KARATE, 6:00 pm - 8:45 pm 

Golborne High School, Golborne. 

Chief Instructor Brian Bentham 4th Dan. 6pm and 7.15pm start. For further 


WIGAN MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm 

Norley Hall Community Centre, Norley Hall Avenue, Pemberton, Wigan, WN5 

9LP. 

6pm - 7pm Lower Grades (Novice. 7pm - 8.30pm (Advanced Class). Shotokan 

Karate Club with basic Judo techniques. From age 4 to any age. For further 

information telephone 01942 700816 / 07784 360658 or email 

terence.ball@hotmail.co.uk. 

From £2 per person. Max £3. 






£2

ZUMBA, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 




£4 











LEGS, TUMS & BUMS, 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm 





Our Lady's RC Primary School, Downall Green Road, Bryn. 

Slim 'n' Aerobics. Membership fee £10. Special offer: Free membership when 

you join our premier club at £26 per month (extra benefits included) or, Pre-pay 




£5.70 

WIGAN YOUTH CHOIR, 6:45 pm - 7:15 pm 

Deanery High School, Frog Lane, Wigan. 

Choir open to students in Wigan between the ages of 11-21 years. All welcome! 

Term time only. For further information telephone Wigan Music Centre on 01942 

255227. 

EXERCISE WITH COLLETTE, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 



in Parish Centre Porch for more details on activities in the centre. Everyone 

welcome. 

HORUS EGYPTOLOGY SOCIETY, 7:00 pm

JJB Stadium, Loire Drive, Wigan, Lancashire. 

Meetings held on the last Thursday of every month. Begin with a meal in 

Rigalettos then on to the JJB Stadium where there is an eminent speaker every 

month. 

LADIES LATIN LINE, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 




£5 

MEDITATION CLASSES, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 

Wigan College, Parsons Walk, Room PW514. 

Drop-in Buddhist Meditation Classes open to everyone with guided meditations 

and practical introductions to Buddha's Wisdom advice. Includes how to integrate 

this into our modern life to develop greater peace of mind. For further information 

telephone 01229 584029 or visit www.manjushri.org 

£5 

OVER 50'S SEQUENCE DANCING, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm 

Rose Bridge Sports and Community Centre, Holt Street, Ince, WN1 3HD. 

For further information telephone Frank Morris 01942 510712, Ext 206. 


Lowton High School (dance studio), Newton Road, Wigan, Lancashire, WA3 

1DU. 

Mat-based Pilates to improve your core strength, posture and tone. Session 

includes the use of therabands and weights. For more information contact 

07920013891. Tuesday 7pm-8pm. Thursday 6.30pm-7.30pm and 7.30pm- 

8.30pm. 

£3.50 


Lowton High School. 

For further information telephone 07920013891 

£3.50 


The Bellingham Hotel, Wigan Lane, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 2NB. 

£10.00 membership plus £5.50 per class. Slim 'n' salsa in a fun friendly 



01772 735534 

£5.50 

ROSEMARY CONLEY DIET AND FITNESS CLUB, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm






£5.50 

SALSA, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm 

Ince Public Hall, Ince Green Lane, Ince, Wigan, WN34QX. 


Youth Community Centre, Woodford Street, Pemberton. 

Korean martial arts classes every Monday and Thursday evening. For further 

information telephone 01942 730272 / 07880 816910. 

WOMEN'S BOXING AND FITNESS CLASSES, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 

The Stables (Rear of Boars Head Pub), Market Street, Leigh. 

Leigh Amateur Boxing Club. Qualified instructors. For further information 

telephone Craig 07812 994940 / John 07971 461234 / Adrian 01942 602701. 


ZUMBA, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 




£4 

AEGIS MARTIAL ARTS - WOMEN ONLY SELF DEFENCE, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

Swimstart House, Bradley Lane, Standish, Wigan. 

Street Self Defence, confidence building, car jacking etc. For further information 

telephone Dave on 07946 312037. 

£5 

ATHERTON WI, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 

St Richard's Jubilee Hall, Atherton. 

Every 2nd Thursday of the month. Short WI meeting, discussion of future events 

and trips. Coffee followed by a speaker. For further information telephone Sue 

Berry on 01204 660496 or Martha Kay on 01942 873456. 





LEIGH & DISTRICT ANTIQUE & COLLECTABLES SOCIETY, 7:30 pm 

Derby Room, Turnpike Centre, Civic Square, Leigh.

This group meets on the last Thursday of the month. For further information 

telephone 01942 673521. 

RAF ASSOCIATION - LEIGH BRANCH, 7:30 pm 

Leigh Miners Institute, Kirby Road, Off Twist Lane, Leigh. 

Any persons who served in the Royal Air Force who wants to come and meet like 

minded people who also served including WAF's. We meet on the last Thursday 

of every month except in December. For further information telephone John 

Magee on 01942 521523. 

Free 

SALSA DANCING, 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm 

Ince Public Hall, Ince Green Lane, Wigan. 

Learn to dance Cuban Salsa with UKA qualified Sue. Beginners lesson 7.30pm, 

Improvers lesson 8.15pm, Intermediate lesson 9pm, Advanced lesson 9.45pm. 

Large sprung wooden dance floor, bar and ample free car parking facilities. For 

further information telephone 07715 853975. 

£5 

TYLDESLEY LITTLE THEATRE, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm 

Tyldesley Little Theatre, Lemon Street, Tyldesley. 

Meetings are free but annual membership is required (Adults £5, under 16's 

£2.50). Full details of productions and membership are available from the Box 

Office 01204 655619 or e-mail@info@tlt.org.uk or write to Tyldesley Little 

Theatre, Lemon Street, Tyldesley M29 8HT 

Free 

CEROC ADDICTION - LEARN TO DANCE, 7:45 pm - 11:00 pm 


Fusion of salsa, Ballroom, Hip Hop, Tango & Jive. Learning to dance with 

CEROC is a great way to keep fit, socialise and learn to dance whilst enjoying a 

complete night out! No need to book (beginners and experienced dancers 

welcome every week). No partner required, no complicated footwork. 

Beginners/Intermediate classes and freestyle dancing every Thursday. For 

further information telephone Maja on 07983 703166 or visit 

www.cerocaddiction.com 


WIGAN & DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY SOCIETY, 7:45 pm 

Wigan & Leigh College, Pagefield Campus, Wigan. 

Membership £70.00 per year. Membership is open to anyone over 16 years of 

age. For further information telephone Hon Sec Mr Stephen Roberts on 01695 

726626. 

ASHTON ART GROUP, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 

Heath Road Day Centre, (next to Commercial Inn), Ashton.

A long established group of over fifty artists who meet weekly and enjoy a varied 

programme, which is produced once every two months. The programme includes 

subjects such as life study, portrait, still life, outdoor sketching, demonstrations, 

workshops, etc. New members always made welcome. For further information 

email Janet: janetlowe_artgroup@msn.com or visit our website: 

www.ashtonartgroup.co.uk 

£20 annual subscription 

ATHERTON AND DISTRICT AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY, 8:00 pm 

The Clubroom, Back Stanley Street, Atherton. 

A variety of photography-related events held on Thursday nights all year round, 

including guest speakers, competitions and practical sessions. We also 

occasionally hold other events such as studio photography sessions, workshops, 

photography trips etc on other days. All events begin at 8pm. If you are visiting 

for the first time please aim to arrive between 7.30pm - 7.45pm to make your 

introductions and have a chat before the main event begins. For further 

information about our syllabus please send us an email to info@adaps.org.uk 

ATHERTON AND DISTRICT AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY, 8:00 pm 

The Clubroom, Back Stanley Street, Atherton, M46 0AB. 

A variety of photography-related events are held on Thursday nights all year 

round, including guest speakers, competitions and practical sessions. We also 

occasionally hold digital photography technique nights on Tuesday nights. All 

events begin at 8.00pm. For further information about our syllabus please send 

an email to info@adaps.org.uk 

SEQUENCE, 8:00 pm 




£5.50 

WIGAN FOLK CLUB, 9:00 pm 

Fox and Goose, 37 - 39 Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN11XR. 

Singaround - informal acoustic unplugged music evening. Opportunity for 

singers, musicians, poets and monologuers of all abilities to perform or anyone to 

come along and just listen. Refreshments provided. Ends 12am Tues and 1am 

Thur. For further information telephone Joan 07833 301336 or Geoff 07984 

804210. Email: wiganfolkclub@hotmail.co.uk Web: www.wiganfolkclub.co.uk 

free 

Fridays 

COME & PLAY FOOTBALL 

Standish High School, Standish, Wigan.

Age group 9-14 years. Come and practice your skills in small aided games. FA 

coaches will referee and can offer advice and coaching. For further information 

telephone 01942 324421. 

KARAOKE 

The Greyhound Hotel, East Lancs, Leigh. 

In the Hectors Bar. For further information telephone 01942 671256. 


Scott Street, off Wigan Road, Leigh, Lancashire, WN7 5AL. 





ORRELL ARCHERS 

Pembec (Kingsdown) High School. 

Beginners courses now £40 for six sessions. For further information telephone 

01257 425123 or email dw9@talktalk.net 















BRAMBLE PLAYMATES, 9:30 am - 11:15 am 

Bramble House, Broom Road, Worsley Hall, Wigan, WN5 9QE. 

Small group of parents and children aged newborn to school age. Social, Fun, 

Play and Advice in a friendly and lively community centre. For further information 

telephone Karen Garner 01942 201555. 

£1.50 (Includes drink and snack) 

CIRCUIT TRAINING, 10:00 am - 10:30 am 

Ladybird Fitness Club for Women, 55 Albert Street, Newtown, Wigan, WN5 0TR.



YOUNG PARENTS GROUP, 10:00 am - 11:30 am 


New group aimed at parents and carers under 25 and their children. Freeplay for 

children and a chance for parents and carers to meet others. For further 


Small Donations towards refreshments 

FAMILY FUN AND HEALTHY LIVING, 10:30 am - 11:30 am 



Free 

SLIMMING WORLD, 10:30 am 

Hallgate House, Next to Bus Station, Wigan. 

£4.95 weekly plus membership first week. Slimming club, helping the community 

lose weight. For further information telephone Debbie 01942 224236 

£4.95 

TOP TOTS, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

Wigan Road Methodist Church, Leigh. 

Happy friendly meeting place for parents and children from birth to pre-school 

age in a safe and spacious environment. During term time only. Refreshments 

provided. For further information telephone Gerry on 01942 679894. 

£1.50 

U3A - THE UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

YMCA, Hilton Street, Ashton. 

We meet on the first Friday of the month. A new group for the young at heart. For 

people who have stopped living at work and started working at living. Share your 

experiences in a wide range of interest groups. For further information telephone 

01942 200817 

RUBBER BRIDGE, 1:30 pm 


Bridge Club - also at 7.30pm. Bridge lessons Mondays at 7.30pm - visitors and 

new members welcome. For further information telephone 01942 243612. 

MUSIC 4 KIDS, 1:45 pm - 2:25 pm 

St Elizabeth's Parish Hall, Bolton Road, Aspull. 

Music and Movement classes for children aged 0 - 5 years. We combine rhymes, 

musical games, instrument playing, dancing and puppets in our fun interactive 

sessions. Ideal for parents, grandparents or carers to enjoy alongside their 

children. Discounts apply for siblings or childminders. First session free.

Excellent for developing communication and social skills. Other sessions and 

party entertainment also available - see website for details. For further 

information and to book your first session telephone Hayley on 07578 660528 or 

visit website www.music4kidsuk.com 

£3 

SHEVINGTON MEMORIES GROUP, 2:30 pm 

Shevington Methodist Church. 

Everyone is welcome. For further information telephone Maurice Hilton on 01942 

223107. 

BRAZILIAN SOCCER SCHOOLS, 4:55 pm - 5:55 pm 

Standish High School. 

For boy and girls aged 5-16 years. Places are limited so booking is essential. For 

further information telephone James Winnard on 01257 470384 or 07736 

733318. 

£3.50 

LITTLE STARS (CHILDREN'S DANCE CLASS), 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 

St Elizabeth's Parish Hall. 



£4 

BROWNIES, 5:30 pm - 7:15 pm 



in Parish Centre Porch for more details on activities in the centre. (School term 

time) 

GROUP CYCLING WITH BELLY BUSTER, 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm 




TAE KWON DO, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 

St Wilfred's Parish Church Hall, Church Street, Standish. 

Little Ninja (4-10 years) 5.30 - 6.30pm. Seniors 6.30 - 7.30pm. For further 

information telephone 01204 841781 or 07973 625269. 

First Lesson Free 

KIDS STREET STARZ, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 




£4

TRADITIONAL SHOTOKAN KARATE, 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm 

Lowton St Mary's Parish Centre, Lowton. 

Karate Kidz class - Chief instructor Brian Bentham 4th Dan. For further 

information telephone 01942 740034 / 741332. 

ZUMBA, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 




£4 


St Elizabeth's Hall, Aspull. 





INTERMEDIATE STRICTLY COME DANCING, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 

Robin Park Sports Centre. 

Learn all your Strictly dancing favourites. For further information telephone 01942 

828550 

ZUMBA, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 

St Joseph's (main hall), Mather Lane, Leigh, WN7 2PH. 

Our Zumba fitness class combines Latin and International music with dance 

movements that will tone, sculpt and improve aerobic fitness. For further 

information telephone Kim 07846 102759 

ADULT STREET, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 




£5 

KARATE, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 

Ince Community Centre, Manchester Road, Ince, Wigan. 

Everyone welcome. For further information telephone 01942 517796. 

POPULAR SEQUENCE, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 


For further information telephone Phil on 07872 146896 / 07827 016107 or visit 


£5.50





£5.50 


Holy Families Parish Hall, Tram Street, Platt Bridge, Wigan, WN2 5JE. 



BEGINNERS STRICTLY COME DANCING, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 

Robin Park Sports Centre. 

Learn all your Strictly dancing favourites. For further information telephone 01942 

828550 

DROP-IN MEDITATION CLASS, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

YMCA, 121 Winstanley Road, Orrell. 

Learn how a simple meditation practice can help combat the stresses and strains 

of daily life. Each week you will learn how the basic Buddhist teachings can be 

applied to our busy, modern daily lives. For further information telephone 01257 

424095 

£5 

GUIDES, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 




time) 

STANDISH CHORAL SOCIETY, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 

St Wilfred's Church Vestry, Rectory Lane, Standish. 

Choral Society doing choral music and light classical music. For further 

information telephone Mrs N Taylor on 01257 424919 or Mrs D Jarrett on 01257 

427284. 

LEIGH PHOENIX N.C.D.S.W, 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm 

various venues. 

Sequence and Ballroom dancing every Friday for the Divorced, Separated or 

Widowed, age group - over 45. Our aim is to bring people together to make new 

friends in a safe, relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Smart dress please. No 

admission after 9.30 pm. 

For information regarding venue please contact 01942 222537 

£4 visitor, Concessionary £3 member 

LEIGH PHOENIX NCDS, 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Various Venues. 

Sequence and Ballroom dancing every Friday for the Divorced, Separated or 

Widowed, age group - over 45. For further information telephone 01942 222537. 

£2.50 Members, £3.50 visitors 

N.C.D.S.W. SEQUENCE & BALLROOM DANCE, 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm 

Sequence and Ballroom dancing every Friday in the Leigh/Atherton area for the 

Divorced, Separated or Widowed, age group-over 45. Our aim is to bring people 

together to make new friends in a safe, relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Smart 

dress please. No admission after 9.30pm. For information regarding the venue 

please telephone 01942 222537 or visit www.leighphoenix.co.uk 

£2.50 members, Concessionary £3.50 non-members 

'STRICTLY' BALLROOM & LATIN, 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm 




£5.50 

'STRICTLY' LATIN & BALLROOM DANCE CLASS, 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm 

St Elizabeth's Parish Hall, Aspull, WN2 1PR. 

Learn all your 'Strictly favourites from Cha Cha & Jive to Waltz & Quickstep & 

More. For further information telephone Phil on 07872 146896 or visit 


£5.50 

NORTHERN LINK - STRICTLY DANCING, 8:30 pm - 12:00 am 


Singles modern sequence and ballroom dancing with DJ Rex. Usually 2nd Friday 

of the month. For further information telephone 01204 460989 or email 

northernlink@sky.com or visit www.northernlink.co.uk 

£5 (members) £6 (visitors) 

NORTHERN SOUL, 9:00 pm - 2:00 am 

Lowton Civic Hall. 

The second Friday of every month. For further details telephone 01942 486898. 

£6 

Saturdays 

KITTYWAKE CANAL CRUISES 

Wigan Pier. 

Operating regular weekend public cruises through the beautiful Douglas Valley. 

Cruise in style and comfort whatever the weather. Free tea and coffee for all

passengers. For further information visit www.kittywake.co.uk or telephone for a 

brochure on 01942 204928. 

NORTHERN SOUL NIGHT 


Third Saturday in the month. 








RISING SUN KARATE CLUB - SHOTOKAN KARATE 

Newtown Working Men's Club, Anson Street, Newtown, Wigan. 

Tuesdays 7.00 - 9.00pm. Saturdays 12.00 - 2.00pm. Ages 5+, all abilities 

welcome. For further information telephone Pam 01942 526380 or 07729 

198874. 

£3.00 








AEGIS MARTIAL ARTS, 9:00 am - 10:00 am 


10am - 11am & 11.15 - 12.15. Classical Wing Chun martial arts class for kids. 

Anti bullying, leadership skills. For further information telephone 07946 312037. 

BRAZILIAN SOCCER SCHOOLS, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Mesnes Park Terrace Playing Fields, Opposite Morrisons,, behind Drumcroon. 

For boy and girls aged 5-16 years. Players must wear appropriate footwear, shin 

pads, clothing to suit the weather and bring a drink. This is a fantastic venue and 

gives parents the opportunity to shop while their children play soccer. Places are 

limited so booking is essential. For further information telephone James Winnard 

on 01257 470384 or 07736 733318. 

£3.50 

LITTLE GEMS FOOTBALL, 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Hope School, Marus Bridge, Wigan. 

For ages 3-5 years. Through fun games, the 'Little Gem's will be introduced to a 

wide range of ball familiarity exercises designed to develop confidence, ball 

control and first touch. A qualified adult runs the session while an adult (mum, 

dad, older brother or sister, nan or grandad) works one-to-one with the young 

player. For further information telephone 01942 324421. 

£2.75 

STAGE EXPRESS, 9:15 am - 1:00 pm 

Rose Bridge Sports & Community Centre, Holt Street, Ince. 

Music, acting and singing classes for ages 3 years to adult. For further 

information telephone Frank Morris on 01942 741010. 

KIDS STREET STARZ, 9:30 am - 10:30 am 


Street - Cheer. For ages 6 - 10 years. For further information telephone 07872 


£4 

AEROMIX, 10:00 am - 10:45 am 




FREE COMPUTER WORKSHOP, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Church of God, Oxford Hall, Leigh. 

For beginners and experts alike. Free advice and demonstrations. For further 

information telephone 01942 609748 or email brian@churchofgodinleigh.org.uk 

www.churchofgodinleigh.org.uk 

Free 

STRICTLY KIDS ALOUD, 10:00 am - 11:00 am 


For ages 7-15 years. For further information telephone Phil on 07872 146896 / 

07827 016107 or visit www.hurstdance.co.uk 

£4 

KIDS STREET STARZ, 10:30 am - 11:30 am 


Dance class. For ages 11 - 15 years. For further information telephone 07872 


£4 

SLIMMING WORLD, 10:30 am 

XII Apostles Club, Westleigh Lane, Westleigh. 

For further information telephone Andrea on 01942 523600.

ZUMBA FITNESS, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 

St Paul's, Goose Green. 





DRUMCROON : MAKERS, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 

Drumcroon Gallery, 2 Parsons Walk, Wigan, WN1 1RS. 

2nd and 4th Saturday of every month. Drumcroon's doors will be open to crafters 

of all kinds. Bring your latest project, or if you want to learn a new craft bring your 

enthusiasm and meet like-minded people, swap knowledge and techniques, pick 

up tips, share experiences and take advantage of Drumcroon's arts and crafts 

library. The group is free and refreshments will be available. For further 

information telephone the gallery on 01942 321840 or email 

drumcroon@wigan.gov.uk 

Free 

STRICTLY BEGINNERS BALLROOM & LATIN, 12:15 pm 

St Pauls Parish Hall, Goose Green, Wigan. 


£5.00 

WORKSHOPS & PL'S, 2:00 pm - 7:30 pm 




STAGECOACH, 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm 

Unitarian Church, Twist Lane, Leigh. 

Theatre arts school for 6-16 year olds. Learn to act, sing and dance. For further 

information telephone 01942 684356 or visit www.stagecoach.co.uk 

ADVANCED SEQUENCE CLASS, 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm 



£7.00 including 50/50 Social 

ADVANCED SEQUENCE CLASS, 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm 





St Josephs Hall, Leigh.

Advanced sequence class until 8:15pm. Social dance until 11:00pm. For further 

information telephone 07872 146896 or visit www.hurstdance.co.uk 

£7.00 inc social 









£5 


St Josephs Ballroom, Mather Lane, Leigh. 

Last Saturday of each month. Our Fabulous 50/50 Social Dances are well 

renowned for their Great Music and Brilliant atmosphere. We play a selection of 

Ballroom, Latin American and Popular Sequence to a wide selection of fantastic 

music from past classics to modern hits. No organ or country western music is 

played! We only use the very best of ballrooms all with large wooden floors, 

parking and licensed bars. For further information telephone Phil 07872 146896 

or 01942 375931 hurstdance.co.uk 

SEQUENCE AND BALLROOM DANCE, 8:00 pm 

St Wilfrids Parish Hall, Church Street, Standish, Lancashire, WN6 0JT. 

Over 45, divorced, widowed or separated. Wigan Phoenix has a Sequence & 

Ballroom Dance with a little bit of Line & Rock’n’Roll. Our aim is to bring people 

together to make new friends in a safe, relaxed, friendly atmosphere. There is no 

bar so bring your own food and drink and make it a party night. Smart dress 

please. No admission after 9.15pm. £2.50 (member), £3.50 (visitor) We are a 

registered charity so all profits go back to the club for the benefit of the members. 

Why not join us and enjoy the benefits yourself? Membership is only £4 per year. 

£2.50 

SEQUENCE AND BALLROOM DANCE, 8:00 pm 

St Wilfrids Parish Hall, Church Street, Standish, Lancashire, WN6 0JT. 

Over 45, Wigan Phoenix has an open night, single or married, all are welcome to 

a Sequence & Ballroom Dance with a little bit of Line. Our aim is to bring people 

together to make new friends in a safe, relaxed, friendly atmosphere. There is no 

bar so bring your own food and drink and make it a party night. Smart dress 

please. No admission after 9.15pm. £2.50 (member), £3.50 (visitor) dance starts 

at 8pm. We are part of a registered charity so all profits go back to the club for 

the benefit of the members. Why not join us and enjoy the benefits yourself? 

Membership is only £4 per year.

£2.50 

SOUL NIGHTS, 8:00 pm - 1:00 am 

Formby Hall. 

Every third Saturday of the month. For further information telephone 01942 

876496. 





£5 




£4.00 

SATURDAY SOCCER CLUB 

The Deanery High School, Frog Lane, Wigan. 

9.00am-10.15am 6-10 year olds. 10.30am-11.45am 11-14 year olds. Wigan 

Athletic Football in the Community. The Saturday Soccer Club is a weekly 

activity for children who want to play football in a safe environment whilst learning 

new techniques, participating in mini-tournaments and having lots of football fun. 

Available for boys and girls aged between 6-14 year olds. Wigan Athletic 

competitions and prizes every week, high quality, safe tuition from WAFC staff 

and coaches. For further information and to book telephone the Football in the 

Community Office on 01942 824599 or email wafcitc@btconnect.com 

£3 per session 

Sundays 

BLOOD DONOR SESSIONS 


Check for dates and times. For further information telephone 01942 876946. 

KITTYWAKE CANAL CRUISES 

Wigan Pier. 

Operating regular weekend public cruises through the beautiful Douglas Valley. 

Cruise in style and comfort whatever the weather. Free tea and coffee for all 

passengers. For further information visit www.kittywake.co.uk or telephone for a 

brochure on 01942 204928. 

PRIVATE DANCE LESSONS














WIGAN RAMBLING & CLIMBING CLUB 

Various. 

We have now started a new range of shorter walks on the first Sunday of the 

month. These walks are approx 6 miles distance and have a later start time than 

usual. For further information on these and other walks visit 

www.wiganwalkers.com 

WIGAN SAILING CLUB 

Scotmans Flash, Rusdene, Poolstock Lane, Wigan. 

Meet about 10.30am on Sunday mornings, Visitors and prospective members are 

welcome. For further information telephone Ken Bright on 01257 452196 or Sid 

Fellows on 01942 222773. 

WIGAN RAMBLING & CLIMBING CLUB, 8:00 am 

Why not join us on a coach or car ramble? Each month we run a coach ramble to 

a variety of destinations - There is usually a choice of three walks so there is 

something to suit everyone. We pick up locally. Most other Sundays we run car 

rambles. You do not need your own car! For further information telephone 

Andrew Blott on 01942 516158 or visit www.wiganwalkers.com 

£8 for coach ramble 

ADVANCED DRIVING/RIDING COURSE, 9:45 am 

Plough and Harrow, Broad O'Th Lane, Shevington. 

The IAM group meets every Sunday to run their Advanced Driving/Riding Course 

"Skill for Life". The course costs £139 which includes membership fees, books 

and final Advanced Driving Test Fee. Once completed savings can be made on 

insurance, AA membership and fuel economy. Courses last approximately 8 

drives/rides depending on driving ability and driving habits. FREE Assessment 

drives/rides available by request. For further information telephone 07071 

226693.

£139 

WIGAN ADVANCED MOTORISTS & MOTORCYCLISTS, 9:45 am 

The Plough & Harrow, Shevington, Wigan. 

We offer help and advice to prepare motorists and motorcyclists for the IAM 

Advanced Driving/Riding Test. Recently passed or experienced 

motorists/motorcyclists are all welcome. For further information telephone 07071 

226693 or see www.wiganadvancedmotorists.org.uk 

BOXERCISE, 10:00 am - 10:45 am 




ANDY' KIDS, 10:30 am - 11:45 am 




time) 

SWINLEY SOUL SESSION, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm 

The Swinley, Coppull Lane, Off Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN1 2LQ. 

First Sunday of every month. Soul - Motown - A touch of Northern from 60's and 

70's plus live artist. DJ's Dynamite - Mick Jolley. For further information 

telephone Pauline on 01942 238134. 

£1 

STRICTLY KIDS CLASSES, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 



£4 

'STRICTLY' KIDS DANCE CLASS (AGE 5-16), 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 


Lead your child into the world of dance, and open a whole ne gateway of 

opportunities, they will meet new friends in a friendly relaxed atmosphere, they 

will gain confidence, develop social skills, coordination & flexibility and most of all 

have a great time whilst they learn many different styles of dance. For further 

information telephone Phil on 07872 146896 or visit www.hurstdance.co.uk 

£4 

TAE KWON DO, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 

St Michael's Scout Hut, Earl Street, Wigan. 

Little Ninja's. Age 4-10 years 5.00pm - 6.00pm. Seniors 6.00pm - 7.00pm. For 

further information telephone 01204 841781. 

First Lesson Free



Beginners. For further information telephone 07872 146896 or visit 


£5.50 





£5.50 

'STRICTLY' LATIN & BALLROOM DANCE CLASS, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 


Learn all your 'Strictly favourites from Cha Cha & Jive to Waltz & Quickstep & 

More. For further information telephone Phil on 07872 146896 or visit 


£5.50 

BEGINNERS SEQUENCE, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

Pemberton Masonic Hall. 


£5.00 

BRASS BAND CONCERTS, 7:00 pm 

Formby Hall. 

Every third Sunday of the month excluding July and August. For further 


'FRIENDSHIPS', 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm 

Leigh Miners Club, Twist Lane, Leigh. 

Sequence, Jive, Disco, Line Dancing. Smart dress. Everyone welcome. For 

further information telephone 01942 201101 

£2.50 

POPULAR SEQUENCE DANCE CLASS, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 


Week by week learn a new sequence dance starting with the classic favourites 

moving to up-to-date. Telephone to see which dance we are learning next. For 

further information telephone Phil on 07872 146896 or visit 

www.hurstdance.co.uk. 

£5.50 


St Elizabeth's Parish Hall, Aspull.

Intermediate / Advance. For further information telephone Phil 01942 375931 / 

07872 146896 or visit hurstdance.co.uk 

£5.50 

NORTHERN SOUL / TAMLA MOTOWN, 8:00 pm - 12:30 am 

No 15, King Street West, Wigan. 

Disco with Russ Winstanley. Last Sunday of every month. For further information 

telephone Pauline Westwood on 07966 237064. 

Free 

STRICTLY BEGINNERS BALLROOM & LATIN, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

Pemberton Masonic Hall. 

Followed by 50/50 Social dance. For further information telephone 07872 146896 




Intermediate / Advance. For further information telephone Phil 01942 375931 / 

07872 146896 or visit hurstdance.co.uk 

£5.50 

'STRICTLY' LATIN & BALLROOM (IMPROVER) DANCE CLASS, 8:30 pm - 

9:30 pm 


Improvers class is for those who have done a bit before or maybe only sequence 

and want to do some more or just refresh. For further information telephone Phil 

on 07872 146896 or visit www.hurstdance.co.uk.

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