Be Well Wigan

27/08/2026

🏃‍♀️ Have you booked your place on our next Couch to 5K course yet?

Starting next month, you'll build your fitness and confidence in a friendly, supportive group. Over 10 weeks, our experienced run guides will help you progress at your own pace, working towards completing a 5K run.

Perfect for complete beginners or anyone looking to get back into running in a fun and inclusive environment 💪

📍Mondays, 6.30pm at Howe Bridge Leisure Centre
📍 Wednesdays 6.30pm at Haigh Woodland Park and Leigh Leisure Centre
📍 Thursdays, 6.30pm at Ashton Leisure Centre
📍 Saturday, 9am at Amberswood
📍 Sunday, 9.30am at Wigan Life Centre - Healthy Living Zone

FREE for Be Well members, and just £2.50 per session for non members, book your spot on the first session now via the Be Well app (just search by venue and 'running') or via the links in the comments 👇

27/08/2026

Did you know we now offer physiotherapy appointments at Standish Leisure Centre? 💙

Thanks to our new partnership with The Physio House, you can now book specialist MSK Physiotherapy sessions with Mehru every Thursday.

✅ Sports injuries
✅ Back and neck pain
✅ Joint and muscle problems
✅ Rehabilitation support
✅ Movement assessments
✅ Expert exercise advice

If pain or injury is holding you back, help could be closer than you think.

📍 Standish Leisure Centre
📅 Every Thursday, 10am to 6:30pm

📞 07442 392190
🌐 www.thephysiohouse.co.uk

26/08/2026

Bank holiday plans, sorted ✅

Join us for an afternoon of steps, nature and heritage as we explore Astley's Bee Network walking trail!

📅 Sunday 30 August
⌚ 12-3pm

Meet at Astley Mining Museum before heading along the canal to RHS Bridgewater 🌻 We'll return to the museum for refreshments from the cafe and a trip back in time with an exciting demo of the mining machinery! 🔧

Best of all? The guided walk is completely free to attend! Book your spot through the Be Well app (just search 'community venues' and 'walking') or booking website (linked in comments).

25/08/2026

Rest in Peace, Sir Billy Boston 💚

Ground-breaker. Icon. Legend.

Today we mourn the loss of a true sporting icon, Sir Billy Boston, who has passed away surrounded by his family.

Rugby League’s first knight, a Wigan legend, and "Everybody's Hero," his legacy on and off the field will endure for eternity.

Rest in peace, Sir Billy. 🍒⚪️

24/08/2026

🌟 Behind the scenes with some of Wigan Borough's rising sporting stars!

Last week, we welcomed Believe Talent Fund recipient athletes to Robin Park Leisure Centre for their official photoshoot 📸 courtesy of Follin Creative.

Representing sports including shooting, heptathlon, judo, dodgeball, shot put and discus, these talented athletes have all received support through the Believe Talent Fund, sponsored by JJH Building Contractors Ltd and Fielden Factors, helping them progress their sporting journeys through funding for equipment, training, travel expenses and much more.

As part of the day, they also enjoyed a fantastic training session with our expert instructors through our NEXT GEN young person health & fitness programme 💪

Know an athlete that could benefit from grants of up to £500 to help them progress in their sport? Applications are open for the next round of funding, with a deadline of Saturday 31 October to apply.

Head to the links in the comments to find out more about the Believe Talent Fund and our exciting NEXT GEN programme 👇

24/08/2026

Don't miss our free Community Day! 🎉

There's just a few days to go until we'll be at Landgate Estate in Ashton-in-Makerfield, and we'd love to see you there!

📅 Wednesday 26 August
🕐 1pm to 4pm

We've got plenty of fun lined up for the whole family, including:

⭐ Meet & greet with Bluey
🎨 Crafts with Family Hub
🎭 Face painting and fun games with Wigan Youth Zone
🎯 Games and activities
🎤 Music and karaoke fun
🏹 Axe throwing and archery with Be Well Outdoors
🚓 Meet your local Neighbourhood GMP Officers and explore a real police car

Plus, local support services will be on hand to offer advice and support, including:

✅ Community Link Workers
✅ Health Coaches
✅ Tom's Pantry
✅ Care Co-ordinators
✅ Green Doctor
✅ Community Nurse

Bring your friends, family and neighbours along for an afternoon packed with fun, activities and community support.

23/08/2026

Ladies, ready to take on a new challenge? ⚽

It's time to bend it like Beckham and join our FREE women's football sessions! The friendly, welcoming group meet every Tuesday to enjoy an hour of the beautiful game.

Total newbie? Don't worry, the sessions are fun, supportive and inclusive. You'll learn the basics at your own pace, build confidence, develop new skills and, if you're feeling competitive, even enjoy some friendly match play! 👟

📅 Tuesdays, 1-2pm
📍 Leisure United William Foster Playing Fields, Ince

Whether you're looking to get active, meet new people or try something different, we'd love to see you there 💚

Book your free spot via the Be Well app or booking website (search 'community venues' and 'parks')

21/08/2026

Ready to kickstart your running journey this autumn? 👟

Join one of our brand new Couch to 5k courses, starting in September, and discover how amazing running can make you feel!

Grow your fitness, and your confidence, as part of a friendly and welcoming group over the 10 week course, as you build your way to a 5k run with our supportive run leaders 🏃

Suitable for complete beginners, and with locations across the borough, this is your sign to do something for yourself, and your health, this autumn 💚

📍Mondays, 6.30pm at Howe Bridge Leisure Centre
📍 Wednesdays 6.30pm at Haigh Woodland Park and Leigh Leisure Centre
📍 Thursdays, 6.30pm at Ashton Leisure Centre
📍 Saturday, 9am at Amberswood
📍 Sunday, 9.30am at Wigan Life Centre - Healthy Living Zone

FREE for Be Well members, and just £2.50 per session for non members, book your spot on the first session now via the Be Well app (just search by venue and 'running') or via the links in the comments 👇