“On behalf of Wigan Borough Community First, I’d like to extend a very warm welcome to all our new members.
We’re proud to be the local infrastructure organisation for Wigan and it’s fantastic to see so many organisations joining our network. By working together, sharing ideas, and supporting one another, we can strengthen the amazing work already happening across our borough.
Your membership isn’t just about being part of a directory – it’s about building connections, amplifying voices, and creating real impact in our communities. We’re excited to showcase your work and to walk alongside you as we shape a healthier, fairer, and more connected Wigan.”
– Karen Parker, Lead Officer
Rebuild With Hope
We are a charity founded with the vision of supporting individuals who face significant barriers to employment and reintegration into society.
The Brick
The Brick is an anti-poverty charity offering services to people who are at risk of or transitioning through homelessness, financial hardship or crisis.
Northern Heart and Soul
NHaS formed in 2021 after spending years cultivating community as SPaG CommUnity. We dream of a connected, and powerful community
Black Scorpion Karate CIC
Black Scorpion Karate CIC is a community-rooted, family-run martial arts club built on values of inclusion, personal growth, and empowerment. Believe It. Achieve It.
The Wigan Youth Zone
Wigan Youth Zone is a charity and youth facility offering activities, support, and opportunities for young people aged 8–19 in Wigan and Leigh.
Daffodil Dreams CIC
Our mission is to ensure that no child goes without the basic essentials or misses out on experiences that build memorable childhoods. Help Is Our Main Goal
Ey Up Wigan CIC
An art platform connecting artists, community and contemporary practice in Wigan. Through exhibitions, events and creative projects, we create opportunities.
Family Of Hope
Supportive evangelical Christian Church “Church of Jesus Christ” based in Bamfurlong, Wigan Borough. We invite you to join us.
Talkfirst Mediation
We provide an accredited Family Mediation Council (FMC) service to offer an opportunity for solicitors and other professionals to help their clients resolve issues.
Boxing For Better CIC
We are a not for profit boxing organisation that exists to support young people, families and communities in Wigan and Greater Manchester.
Wigan Deanery Trust
Wigan Deanery Trust was formed in 2019 to support Church Wigan in their goal to renew church and revive communities in Wigan Borough.
The Queens Hall Church
We are a Methodist mission church with a biblical foundation from 1902. We are located in the heart of Wigan and are committed to provide Biblical teaching
The Verve Community CIC
At the heart of our mission is a deep-seated belief: the children of Leigh belong to Leigh. We aim to bring Not for Profit foster care directly into the heart of our town.
The Cycle Project Wigan
The Wigan Project is our largest bike store, offering a huge array of bikes and parts, all donated from the good people across Wigan and Leigh.
Wigan Wellness Web
Experienced Wellness Practitioners engaging with the community to offer affordable events, so that everyone can afford to support their own wellness.
The LATH Heritage Trust
The LATH was established by residents concerned about erosion of local heritage and recognising that many see heritage as important to the future.
Everyday Lessons CIC
Everyday Lessons CIC is committed to supporting the mental, emotional, and social well-being of our local community. We provide stigma-free services
The Girls Club Life CIC
The Girls Club Life CIC – where real ones heal – safe space and support network for women in Wigan and surrounding areas across the northwest.
Friends of Three Sisters
The Friends of Three Sisters was initially formed in 2003 by a group of users of the site. They wished to promote the use of the site to the wider community.
The Forum of AWNS
We are a non-political community group representing the interests of residents living in the areas of Aspull, Whelley and New Springs
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Centred in Leigh. We provide Educational, Recreational and Leisure Activities for retired and semi-retired people or those no longer in full time employment
Stubshaw Cross Park
Friends of Stubshaw Cross Park HMD Community Garden are working to create a living memorial garden at Stubshaw Cross Park in Ashton-in-Makerfield
Friends of Low Hall
‘FLOW’, a local group set up, with the assistance of Wigan Council Communities Team, to maintain and manage Low Hall Nature Reserve in Hindley, Wigan.
Shevington Garden Club
We are a group promoting all things horticultural in Shevington. Newcomers are always made welcome. If new to gardening there is always advice to be had.
Crompton House Tenants Group
We’re a brand new tenants group in Crompton House Tower Block over in Scholes. We’d love to hear from any other fellow residents groups out there!
Astley & Tyldesley Cycling Club
The Astley & Tyldesley club made their on-track bow in April 1991. An accredited British Cycling Go-Ride Club, it became the North West Cycle Speedway Academy.
Borsdane Wood Friends Group
We are a group promoting all things horticultural in Shevington. Newcomers are always made welcome. If new to gardening there is always advice to be had.
WN7 Outreach CIC
WN7 Outreach is a community-focused wellbeing group which strives to boost the mental health and well-being of our town’s residents.
Abram Community Center
ACC is a charity, run by volunteers with no paid roles whatever. We are a facility that is passionate about providing a communal place for our community.
The A-Team Hub Leigh
the A-Team Hub is part of the Leigh Community Trust’s core delivery, supporting children and young adults with Neurodevelopmental and SEND conditions
Ashton Community Club
Ashton Community Sports Club – dedicated to bringing together people of all ages, abilities, and interests through sport, health, and community spirit.
Adult Community Education
We provide a range of activities for adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and mental health needs. We have two sites: Wigan and Leigh.
Heart Communities CIC
Heart Communities based within Creative Spin Studios, at Leigh Spinners Mill. Our mission is to provide creative, meaningful education to the people of Leigh.
Brain, Body, Belief CIC
Helping high-functioning mums regulate stress, quiet food noise & feel themselves again, without all-or-nothing plans in Wigan.
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Miss Places Wigan C.I.C
MissPlaces was created in 2017 to help support women in the local Wigan and Leigh community. At Miss Places Every member has their own story to tell
Complete Kindness CIC
Based in Wigan and Leigh Borough, a yoga teacher, psychotherapist, campervan counsellor and community engagement community interest company.
Leigh Leopards Foundation
The charitable arm of the professional rugby league club based in Leigh. Leigh play homes games at Leigh Sports Village and compete in Super League
The Wigan Sea Cadets
TS Molyneux GM is part of Sea Cadets. We aim to deliver a Cadet Experience based on the values of the Royal Navy through nautical adventure & fun.
Think Ahead Stroke Group
Founded in 2000, Think Ahead Stroke is a support, advice and information charity. Dedicated to improving the lives of stroke survivors.
Shevington Sharks
At Shevington Sharks, we give people the opportunity to play sport, stay healthy and be part of a friendly team. Why not give rugby league a try?
Borough Peer Support Group
We are a group of local people who struggle in life and want to support and pass on our knowledge to all those who also face challenges
One Together CIC
One Together is a CIC delivering creative programmes to children, young people and their families, all with the purpose of developing confidence,
Parish of St Edward
We are a parish that was originally three parishes. We have two churches) and three catholic schools. There is a warm welcome to everyone in our churches.
St Pauls Church
St. Paul’s Church has recently undergone a major refurbishment. and is now ‘St. Paul’s Church and Community Centre’. St. Paul’s is still very much a church.
Winster House
They are a local constituted over 60s community group. They live and work in a Council owned sheltered accommodation building, Winster House.
Family Welfare
Family Welfare is a long-established charity offering free, independent and confidential counselling, advocacy and community development services to Wigan Borough.
Sunshine House
Local Community Centre, based in Scholes, Wigan, providing support for the area through a pantry, groups, SMILEs, gardening, On The Way Cafe and more.
Wigan & Leigh Hospice
Wigan & Leigh Hospice is a registered charity serving people across the Wigan borough who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. We believe passionately in providing care.
Wigan Post
Wigan Post is operated by Drawing Board Productions CIC – supporting communication, visibility and engagement for local organisations by helping them to reach residents.
Discover Training
By providing high-quality, fully funded learning opportunities, we help individuals unlock their potential, thrive and create meaningful, lasting impacts in their fields.
Gaddum
We are a charity offering advocacy, carer support and therapy services to Manchester. For nearly 200 years, we’ve been a voice for people struggling to have theirs heard.
Bean Better CIC
Based in Pemberton, we fund and host simple ways for men in the Wigan Borough to get out the house and feel a bit better. Fitness, running, coffee, and more for men’s mental health.
Wigan & Leigh Community Charity
WLCC exists to build on the expertise developed in Abram Ward Community Charity in order to maximize resources and instigate community business and social enterprise.
My:ND Space CIC
My:ND Space CIC is a not-for-profit organisation based in Leigh, Greater Manchester. We are a peer led, supportive space for Adults and Teenagers with any Neurodivergent condition.
Breastfeeding Together
Breastfeeding Together are a registered charity set up in 2015 for the advancement of health, through information, skilled help and support for the health of children.
She Rises Collective CIC
She Rises Collective is a CIC supporting women and girls through wellbeing, education, community engagement, and empowerment activities.
