Greater Manchester

Kittywake Canal Cruises

Operating from the Orwell at the world famous Wigan Pier, Kittywake is a comfortable, stylish, fully heated all year round passenger trip barge which is fully fitted for passenger excursions and is available as a cruising or static venue licensed to carry up to 41 passengers. A wide range of buffet or pub lunches and refreshments are available.

Cruising along the beautiful Leeds and Liverpool canal from our central location at Wigan Pier, let the countryside drift by at a leisurely 4mph and remind yourself what life should really be all about - taking it easy!

Kittywake is operated and maintained to the highest standards as laid down by the maritime and coastguard agency and our fully trained staff are always on hand to accommodate your needs and requirements.

Kittywake is ideal for birthday and wedding celebrations, family gatherings, church meetings, Christmas parties, group meetings, private & corporate hire, hen and stag nights.

Haigh Hall and Country Park
Haigh Hall Copperas Lane
Haigh
Wigan
WN2 1PE
Tel: 01942 832895

Set in 350 acres of wood and parkland, Haigh Country Park is an ideal place for a family day out. Facilities include a model village, bouncy castle; play area, miniature railway, ladybird ride, mini golf, craft gallery, information centre, gift shop and cafeteria. The 18-hole golf course is probably one of the most scenic and challenging courses in the area. Haigh Hall is also a venue for conferences, meetings, dinners, wedding receptions and craft fairs.

Turnpike Gallery
Civic Square
Leigh, WN7 1EB
Tel: 01942 404469

The Turnpike Gallery specialises in temporary exhibitions by regional, national and international artists reflecting the broad variety of current arts practice. Each exhibition is accompanied by education events for the general public, schools, colleges and other groups. The gallery also accommodates an artist in residence - visitors welcome. The Arts Active Club (1st Saturday every month) 10.30 - 12.30 offers general workshops and artist talks. Free for 8 - 14 year olds.

Uncle Joe's Emporium
W.M Santus & Co Ltd The Toffee Works, Dorning St
Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1HE
Tel: 01942 243464

William Santus and Company have been making a variety of sweets for over 100 years. The survival in this industry may be surprising in itself, but what is more remarkable about Wm. Santus and Co. is the legendary status which has surrounded their 'Uncle Joe's Mint Balls. Immortalised in countless articles, cartoons and poems; there has even been a song written about them! Uncle Joe's Mint Balls are still manufactured using the same traditional methods as when Mrs Santus originally made the sweets in her kitchen in 1898. The completely natural 'secret recipe' has been passed down through the family generations. Uncle Joe's Emporium is like stepping back in time with over 140 large weigh out jars full of a vast array of both traditional and modern sweets filling a full wall of oak shelves. Uncle Joe's mint balls were a recent winner at the Manchester Tourism Awards 2005, being awarded the status of highly commended, within the 'Taste of England’ category.

JJB Stadium
Loire Drive
Robin Park
Wigan
WN5 OUH
Tel: 01942 774000

Home to Wigan Warriors Rugby League Club and Wigan Athletic Football Club.