Pennington Flash will be hosting a Big Bird Watch this Sunday (29 January) to celebrate the bird life and importance of Pennington Flash and Lightshaw Meadows. Peter Alker from Wigan Leisure and Culture Trust said "There will be something of interest for everyone from complete beginners to experts and anyone who is simply interested in their local environment and its wildlife. We hope this will bring people flocking to the site to take part in a range of activities on offer and if successful this will become an annual event."

Three north west authors will be appearing at the new Wigan Life Centre Library in February to mark National Libraries Day. Organiser Carole Ogden from Wigan Leisure and Culture Trust said: “These are some of the best writers in the north west so we’re extremely delighted to be hosting such high profile visits.
“This is all about celebrating local talent and inspiring others. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to meet and chat with some of the north west’s finest.”