Our changing programme of events means there is always something new to enjoy at Haigh.
Remember to keep up to date with the latest news and events by following our social media channels Haigh Facebook (external link) and Haigh Instagram (external link).
Tree Story Exhibition
The Story of Wigan through its trees was launched to celebrate Wigan Borough’s 50th anniversary. Through input from local communities and with generous support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, this project invites you to discover and celebrate the trees that shape our borough’s landscape and heritage.
Haigh Little Explorers: Family walk and story time
Bring a picnic and your blanket and join Jen for a fun, family-friendly tiger adventure. This short and gentle, pram-friendly walk includes a fun tiger food hunt and ends with a tiger-themed story time. Designed for early years children, this relaxed, welcoming activity encourages the whole family to get outdoors, enjoy some fresh air and spend time together.
Foodie Friday
The now legendary Foodie Friday nights are back - bigger and better than ever before! There will be many of your favourite street food traders to choose from, as well as some newbies and of course, the usual quality musical entertainment.
Haigh Parkrun
A free, fun and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - it's up to you! For first timers - simply register using the link below. Download your barcode, and we will see you at 8:45am for the pre-parkrun briefing. Follow our Haigh Facebook page (external link) for any last minute updates.
Nature walks with Discover The Wild: Autumn Foraging
Come on our autumnal forage through Haigh to discover the wild and cultivated plants and the fascinating stories, mythology and folklore surrounding them. On our seasonal foraging walks we will get to grips with some of these plants, some of them edible, some poisonous. You will learn how to identify them, learn about their fascinating ecology, how they fit in the landscape and their edible and medicinal uses. Where possible we will get hands on with the plants and even try some in the field; this is a great way to learn more about the plants around the estate.
Artisan Markets
The Artisan Traders are again bringing their amazing products and produce to Haigh. From cakes to candles, soaps to sandals, jewellery delights, and doggy treats and bites. Crafted for you and your home. Plus, all the fun of the park and its many attractions.
Woodland spa days
Mindful Events aim to provide an enjoyable and non-judgmental environment for anyone wishing to ease their minds through guided mindfulness exercises in nature. Each session lasts for two hours and includes a gentle walk practising the power of pause, a self-heating eye mask, 1:1 crown chakra healing treatment, group reiki, guided mindfulness meditation and a nature-inspired sound bath.
Sessions run between 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm.
Nature walks with Discover The Wild: Fungi Walk
Explore Haigh through the many species of fungi on our walk, immersing ourselves in this fascinating world. Mushrooms, corals, puffballs, brackets and jellies are just some of the types of fungi we will hope to encounter on our fungal foray around the grounds. Fungi are enigmatic, appearing and disappearing quickly and on our walk we will hope to encounter lots of these species and learn more about how they work, how they spread, where they live and how we go about identifying them. We will dispel some of the myths that surround them as well as fascinate you with the truth.
Nature walks with Discover The Wild: Fungi Walk
Explore Haigh through the many species of fungi on our walk, immersing ourselves in this fascinating world. Mushrooms, corals, puffballs, brackets and jellies are just some of the types of fungi we will hope to encounter on our fungal foray around the grounds. Fungi are enigmatic, appearing and disappearing quickly and on our walk we will hope to encounter lots of these species and learn more about how they work, how they spread, where they live and how we go about identifying them. We will dispel some of the myths that surround them as well as fascinate you with the truth.