Whether you're a football or rugby supporter, or prefer to take part rather than watch, Wigan Borough has lots going on for sports fans.
The Brick Community Stadium
Home to Wigan Warriors rugby league club and Wigan Athletic football club, the impressive Brick Community Stadium, formerly the DW Stadium is a fantastic place to visit, and not just on match days. A venue for all seasons, the stadium is an ideal location for conferences and events, as well as parties and celebrations. You can even get hitched there. To find out more about the Brick Community Stadium, visit:
Leigh Sports Village
The centrepiece of Leigh Sports Village is a 12,000-capacity stadium, home to professional rugby league team Leigh Leopards and Manchester United Women’s and Under 21’s football teams. In the past the venue has hosted a multitude of prestigious international sporting events including two Rugby League World Cups, the UEFA Women’s Euros in 2022 and the finishing line for the Women’s Tour of Britain in 2024. The stadium has also hosted large scale music concerts being a versatile space that provides the perfect location for conferences, meetings and events.
Three Sisters Circuit
With 1.5km of exhilarating outdoor racing, the Three Sisters Circuit is a perfect place for petrol heads. From outdoor karting to motorsports, the circuit boasts a wide range of activities and events to get the adrenaline pumping. Looking for a unique children’s birthday party idea? There are even junior karting sessions and AIM laser combat to keep the younger members of the family happy.
Pennington and Haigh Hall golf clubs
Pennington Golf Club is a friendly golf club affiliated with Pennington Country Park that has been running for over 40 years. Boasting a stunning 9-hole course, it is a good test for all abilities due to its flat park land surrounded by stunning streams and ponds.
Fancy a longer game? Haigh Hall is home to a stunning 18 hole public golf course that is open to men and women of all ages and abilities. The club also hosts regular competitions for the competitive golfer.
Ashton, Ince and Newtown skate parks
Wigan Borough is home to not one but three top skate parks! Try out your skills on a mix of mini-ramps, Wembley gaps, quarter-pipes, jump boxes and much more. The parks are suitable for a range of activities and are perfect for learning the basics or developing some impressive tricks.
Scotman's Flash Activity Centre
Scotman's Flash is a fantastic outdoor adventure hub just 10 minutes from the centre of Wigan featuring a huge lake and lots of exciting experiences for everyone to enjoy. It's the perfect place for water sports, whether you’re brand new to canoeing, sailing and kayaking or want to get your game on with courses and qualifications to match your skills.
Howe Bridge Leisure Centre Climbing Walls, Soft Play and Indoor Skate Park
Located in Atherton, Howe Bridge Leisure Centre boasts a wide range of facilities and activities for all ages and abilities under Be Well Wigan including a high spec gym, swimming pools, group exercise studios, indoor and outdoor pitches and courts. The centre also has an indoor adventure soft play area, a skate park and 17 different indoor climbing walls to explore! Perfect for a day out with the family or birthday celebration.