Heading for a day / night out

🌆 Heading Out This Weekend? Read This First – Wigan & Leigh

It’s set to be a busy and vibrant weekend across Wigan and Leigh, with the England World Cup group game kicking off at 22:00 on Saturday 27 June 2026.

Pubs, bars and venues are expected to be extremely busy throughout the day and into the late evening, and with continued warm weather, there will be a high number of people out enjoying themselves.

While this creates a great atmosphere, it also brings additional risks — so please take a few moments to plan ahead and look after yourself and others.

⚽ What’s Happening This Weekend

🍻 Enjoy Yourself — But Keep It Steady

A good day or night out is one you remember for the right reasons:

🧡 Stick Together & Look Out for Each Other

Looking after one another makes a real difference:

If you need help:

🚨 If a situation starts to escalate, remove yourself early — it’s always safer

🚫 Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)

Unfortunately, incidents of violence, harassment, and unwanted attention towards women and girls can increase during major football tournaments.

Everyone has a role to play:

➡️ If you feel unsafe:

🥤 Keep an Eye on Your Drink

Simple steps help prevent serious harm:

🌙 Plan Your Journey Home

End your night safely:

✅ Final Reminder

With the combination of a major England fixture, warm weather, and a busy night-time economy, demand on venues and services will be high.

A little planning, looking after each other, and showing respect to everyone will help ensure a safe, enjoyable and successful weekend for all.

Have a great weekend — stay safe and look out for one another.