Q: Is there anything to do in Wigan?

Nestled between Liverpool and Manchester , Wigan is full of history, culture and activities beyond its famous pies and sport. Visit Haigh Hall and Woodland Park to explore the historic hall and enjoy the park’s golf courses, high-ropes course and footgolf. Shopping fans can head to the Grand Arcade for high street favourites, while thrill-seekers will enjoy Three Sisters Racing Circuit, an outdoor karting track reaching speeds up to 60mph. Don’t miss tasting a classic Wigan pie at local bakeries, especially Galloways. Wigan also has a lively nightlife scene on King Street and historic pubs like the John Bull Chop House, while music lovers can catch gigs at The Boulevard, The Old Courts, Bailiff Bar and other venues. For culture, the Museum of Wigan Life tells the town’s story from Roman times to today. With two train stations and easy access to nearby cities, Wigan is a great mix of history, entertainment and local flavour.

Q: What’s the difference between Flex, Semi-Flex, Advance, Standard and Non-Flex rates?

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival . Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date). Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date). Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date). Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date). Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Question 1

Is Wigan Liverpool or Manchester?

Accepted Answer

Wigan isn’t part of Liverpool or Manchester, but it sits almost halfway between the two cities in Greater Manchester. It’s often thought of as a “northern powerhouse” town because it has its own history, culture and identity, while still being easy to reach from either city for day trips or weekend breaks.

Question 2

What is Wigan best known for?

Accepted Answer

Wigan is best known for its pies and its sporting history, particularly rugby league. The town also has a rich industrial past and is famous for events like the World Pie Eating Championships and the Wigan Beer Festival. Music fans might also know it as the hometown of Richard Ashcroft from The Verve.

Question 3

Is Wigan worth visiting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Wigan is well worth a visit. It’s a lively town with history, culture and activities for all ages. From exploring Haigh Hall and Woodland Park to visiting the Museum of Wigan Life, enjoying shopping at the Grand Arcade, tasting local pies or catching a gig, there’s plenty to fill a day or a weekend.

Question 4

Is Wigan a seaside town?

Accepted Answer

No, Wigan isn’t on the coast. It’s an inland town, roughly halfway between Liverpool and Manchester, but it’s easy to combine a visit with a trip to nearby beaches on the Merseyside or Lancashire coast if you’re travelling further afield.

Question 5

Is there anything to do in Wigan?

Accepted Answer

Nestled between Liverpool and Manchester, Wigan is full of history, culture and activities beyond its famous pies and sport. Visit Haigh Hall and Woodland Park to explore the historic hall and enjoy the park’s golf courses, high-ropes course and footgolf. Shopping fans can head to the Grand Arcade for high street favourites, while thrill-seekers will enjoy Three Sisters Racing Circuit, an outdoor karting track reaching speeds up to 60mph. Don’t miss tasting a classic Wigan pie at local bakeries, especially Galloways. Wigan also has a lively nightlife scene on King Street and historic pubs like the John Bull Chop House, while music lovers can catch gigs at The Boulevard, The Old Courts, Bailiff Bar and other venues. For culture, the Museum of Wigan Life tells the town’s story from Roman times to today. With two train stations and easy access to nearby cities, Wigan is a great mix of history, entertainment and local flavour.

Question 6

What to do in Wigan for adults?

Accepted Answer

Adults can enjoy a mix of activities including historic tours of Haigh Hall, walking or golfing in the park, karting at Three Sisters Racing Circuit, shopping at the Grand Arcade, sampling Wigan pies, visiting pubs like the John Bull Chop House, experiencing the nightlife on King Street or catching live music at venues like The Boulevard or The Old Courts.

Question 7

What to do in Wigan for free?

Accepted Answer

For free activities, you can explore Haigh Woodland Park on foot, enjoy riverside walks, take a self-guided stroll around the town centre’s historic streets or visit the Museum of Wigan Life, which has fascinating exhibits about the town’s history. You can also enjoy local events and festivals, like parades or fairs, without spending a penny.

Question 8

Does Wigan have a train station?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Wigan has two train stations: Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate. Both provide easy connections to Liverpool, Manchester, Preston and London, making the town very accessible for day trips or longer stays.

Question 9

What’s the difference between Flex, Semi-Flex, Advance, Standard and Non-Flex rates?

Accepted Answer

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Question 10

What time is check-in and checkout?

Accepted Answer

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels.

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location.

Question 11

Can I check in early?

Accepted Answer

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location.

Question 12

What is Premier Inn CleanProtect™?

Accepted Answer

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind.

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Question 13

What facilities are provided for customers with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access.

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Question 14

Can I bring my pet to a Premier Inn hotel?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.

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