Acoustic Roots In Wigan

In the parish church, no less, which is a short walk from the train stations and the bus station, and on the A49 at the junctions of Hallgate, Wallgate, Bishopgate and Standishgate.

27 October - Blair Dunlop (with special guest Ashley Hutchings).

8 December - Robb Johnson, who will be performing the whole "Ghosts of Love" album with associated narrative. It's a Christmas song suite, and it's the only place he'll be doing it in the North West.

4 May - Steve Ashley, one of the singer/songwriter greats. You will most certainly know his songs, even if you haven't seen him perform.

All tickets are £10 in advance, £12.50 on the night. For more details or tickets, either phone 01942 824291 or e-mail. Dave Cartlidge, the organiser says there'll be more musical treats to come - maybe even some American artists.

There are many real ale pubs in Wigan, quite a few close to the church, as you will find on the Wigan real ale map.