Pubs in Wigan

Belle Vue Inn

210 Woodhouse Lane, Springfield, Wigan WN6 7NF

Douglas Bank

215 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan WN6 7NF

Named after a local pit, and, until recently, containing many prints from the collection of William Wickham, vicar of nearby St. Andrew's church a century ago. Pub is split into two, the lounge is large and welcoming with two TVs for watching sport. The walls of the lounge has pictures of sporting events with plenty of seats for TV viewing. The vault is another large room with a pool table and another TV. Smoothflow dark mild is availabled. Toilet and facilities for the disabled.

Fox & Goose

37-39 Wigan Lane, Wigan WN1 1XR

That rarest of rare birds - an open-plan pub restored to two rooms. One section has a raised area for karaoke and other 'turns'. The other area is like a vault with dartboard, pool table, and a slate hearth fireplace. Small attractive beer garden at the back, with smoking area. Has covered areas for use as possible stage and or bar, there are plenty of seats & tables. Can be boisterous at weekends. Thursday is pool night with the team playing World Rules pool in Wigan Pool League. Friday & Saturday karaoke, Sundays often has live acts with top acts from around the area. and the local football team meets.

Fifteens of Swinley

15 Upper Dicconson Street, Wigan WN1 2AD

A large-screen television and several smaller sets around the bar allow the viewing of all football and rugby games. Small seating area to the front. Previously a doctors surgery - and before that a doctors home - the hotel accommodation attached to the pub has been tastefully transformed into five modern bedrooms. http://www.fifteensswinley.com/

Brocket Arms

38 Mesnes Road, Wigan WN1 2DD

Pub in the Good Beer Guide several times. In a residential area just 15 minutes walk from the town centre, the Brocket is also a Wetherlodge. The interior is large, open plan with two bars and intimate booths. Two conference rooms are available for private hire. Guest beers are always featured. In addition to the usual Wetherspoon menu there is a popular Sunday carvery. There is a patio area to the front with benches and cover for smokers. Fundraising events are often held for various charities.

Bowling Green Hotel

106 Wigan Lane, Wigan WN1 2LF

Guest ales change frequently at this popular pub. Bands play music at the weekend. There are two well appointed lounges. The large beer garden at the rear can get busy in the summer and this is a favourite pub of the local football fans on matchdays. Daily newspapers are provided and they have a local darts and domino team. There is also a function room available for hire.

White Lion & Railway

158 Whelley, Wigan WN1 3UE

Bold Hotel

161 Poolstock Lane, Wigan WN3 5HL

Former classic street-corner local, opened out into a rather ordinary, but comfortable, busy boozer with big screen TVs. Even so, probably your best bet of a decent pint in the area and expect a warm friendly welcome from Rob and Debs. An attractive beer garden out back, it only has on street parking, but a frequent bus to and from town. Pub sign over the front door features Wigan Rugby legend Billy Boston. Live quality entertainment on Saturday nights and Karaoke on Sundays. WiFi - ask for password.

Swan & Railway

80 Wallgate, Wigan WN1 1BA

Built in 1898 by WEV Crompton, this beautiful classic period pub has seven handpumps celebrating Draught Bass along with Banks Sunbeam, Courage Directors. It also supports local breweries by regularly serving beers from Hophurst, Prospect, Wily Fox and Wigan Brewhouse. Impressive stained glass window in the pub and a collection of old photos of the town, the railway and rugby league.

Morty's Sports Bar & Kitchen

46-48 King Street, Wigan WN1 1BT

Madam Geneva's Gin Bar

54-56 King Street, Wigan WN1 1BT

50 different types of Gin

Joe's Bar

6 Arcade Street, Wigan WN1 1DE