3 Best Parks in Wigan

“Haigh Woodland Park has a miniature railway, adventure golf, high ropes for aerial adventures and a kitchen courtyard. The kids can have a tremendous time in the adventure play park, complete with climbing frames, swings, rope bridges and seesaws. Haigh Woodland Park has an extensive playground with diverse equipment for kids. Their varying programme of events means there’s always something new to enjoy. This park is a perfect place for those who love adventures. There are toilets and baby changing facilities on the corner of the Stables building, on the front side near the Graze in The Park cafe terrace.”

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“Mesnes Park features manicured lawns, blooming flowers, a small lake, and rose gardens. The park offers some of the best sightseeing views and includes several entertainment features like a bandstand, pavilion, and Pulhamite rock formation. Mesnes Park has mini golf (seasonal), recreational facilities, adventure playgrounds, and sports grounds. Music enthusiasts can attend concerts at the park's bandstand. The pavilion building now offers a stylish café facility with two floors of seating. Mesnes Park has wheelchair access and ample parking for visitors.”

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“Beacon Country Park spans over 300 acres of rolling countryside across the slopes of Ashurst Beacon between Up Holland, Dalton, and Skelmersdale. Beacon Country Park features flowing wildflower meadows, grassland, natural ponds, and semi-natural woodland. The park's extensive network of paths allows everyone to explore, offering ample space for walking, running, horseback riding, cycling, kite flying, or simply relaxing. Their public toilets are situated next to the Ranger Centre, providing accessible facilities for all visitors. Disabled parking is available at the Visitor Centre and Carr Lane car parks.”

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