The Top 20 Attractions around Wigan
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Wigan. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Wigan is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Scotman's Flash
Highlight • Lake
canal tow path on the Leigh branch of the Leeds and Liverpool Wigan flashes on both sides brick paved all down the stretch always busy with walkers and cyclists
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Haigh Woodland Park and Haigh Hall
Highlight • Forest
Haigh Hall is a historic country house in Haigh, Wigan, Greater Manchester. Built between 1827 and 1840 for James Lindsay, 7th Earl of Balcarres, it replaced an ancient manor house …
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NCN Route 55: Red Rock to Adlington
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
A gentle climb up from Red Rock to Adlington with a steep, rocky descent at the Adlington side (or climb if you start here). Was quite boggy and muddy today …
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Wigan Top Lock, Leeds and Liverpool Canal
Highlight • Cycleway
Wigan Top Lock is no. 65 on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal system. If you are cycling to Wigan in the southwest and like locks, then there are another twenty …
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Gravel Road Section
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
Great gravel section but watch out the crater potholes in the dark.
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Pennington Flash
Highlight • Natural Monument
Pennington Flash lake and the surrounding woodland and paths are a local nature reserve and country park.
A Flash is the term for a lake formed in a depression caused …
A Flash is the term for a lake formed in a depression caused …
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Leeds and Liverpool Canal
Highlight • Structure
It is a stunning place to ride.
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Viridor Woods
Highlight • Forest
Lovely woodland trails suitable for everyone. Good parking and can link in with the three sisters to extend your walk.
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Plank Lane Marina and Lift Bridge
Highlight • Rest Area
A nice developed spot along the canal. Let's hope it doesn't become too overdeveloped however!
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Lingard's Bridge
Highlight • Viewpoint
A good waypoint when navigating to or from the canal. It's nice to watch the boats pass underneath.
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Borsdane Wood Local Nature Reserve
Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument
Borsdane Wood is fantastical for any age!
Perfect for walking, jogging, running & mountain bike.
Also it is pet friendly.
Highly recommended 😎 👍🏽
Perfect for walking, jogging, running & mountain bike.
Also it is pet friendly.
Highly recommended 😎 👍🏽
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