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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › WiganWigan - Wikipedia

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   1 day ago · Wigan ( / ˈwɪɡən / WIG-ən) is a town in Greater Manchester, England, on the River Douglas. The town is midway between the two cities of Manchester, 16 miles (25.7 km) to the south-east, and Liverpool, 17 miles (27 km) to the south-west. Bolton lies 10 miles (16 km) to the north-east and Warrington 12 miles (19 km) to the south.

   • Population: 82,428

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3. www.britannica.com › place › Wigan-EnglandWigan | England, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 29, 2024 · Wigan, town and metropolitan borough in the northwestern part of the metropolitan county of Greater Manchester, historic county of Lancashire, northwestern England. It lies along the River Douglas and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. The borough includes large industrial and commercial centres such.

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4. www.visitoruk.com › WiganVisitor UK Wigan - Tourist info for Wigan, Greater Manchester

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   4 days ago · Tourist information and business directory for Wigan in Greater Manchester, helping you find the best attractions, hotels, restaurants, events, and heritage.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › LancashireLancashire - Wikipedia

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   Jun 30, 2024 · The west of Lancashire contains flat coastal plains, which rise to the hills of the Pennines in the east. The county contains large parts of two national landscapes, Arnside and Silverdale and the Forest of Bowland, and other protected areas such as the Ribble and Alt Estuaries National nature reserve.

6. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Wigan_Athletic_FWigan Athletic F.C. - Wikipedia

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   6 days ago · Wigan Athletic Football Club (/ ˈ w ɪ ɡ ən /) is a professional association football club based in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England. The team competes in the EFL League One, the third level of the English football league system.

7. www.wigan.gov.ukWigan Council - Residents

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   5 days ago · Health and social care. Consumer and money advice. Housing. Report it / Pay it / Apply for it. Find my Nearest. You can use your postcode to find your nearest schools, hospitals, libraries, council...

8. trip101.com › article › where-to-stay-wigan-ukWhere To Stay In Wigan, England: 8 Best Hotels & Holiday Homes...

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   Jun 20, 2024 · The town of Wigan is located close to Manchester and sits on the River Douglas. Historically, Wigan was in the territory occupied by people known as the “Brigantes”, an ancient Celtic tribe who ruled much of northern England. During the Industrial Revolution, Wigan underwent an enormous growth in population.