Give it a Grow Wigan

Christmas Wreath Workshop
2025-12-02 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | The Barkley Tavern, 210 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan, WN6 7NF
Our famous Christmas wreath workshops are back this winter. Please note, these popular events usually sell out in about 2hours!
Join us on our first session of 2025 on 2nd December at The Barkely Tavern for a cosy evening creating a beautiful natural Christmas wreath for your front door.
We focus on sustainability, nature, and creativity, with most materials gathered and foraged locally and dried by us.
We want to make wreath making accessible for everyone, so this event is an absolute bargain and great fun, plus your very own natural wreath to take home.
Thanks to Grassroots of Wigan for funding, the tickets are just £6 pp
With this, please bring some of your own cut foliage to the session, if possible.
What’s included:

A wreath full of natural materials
Full guidance & tools

There is an option to donate with your ticket to support our work in the Wigan community, by selecting the donate ticket. Extra money from our events goes towards running the community garden and hosting free nature based events for families.

Venue
The Barkley Tavern, 210 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan, WN6 7NF

There is free street parking nearby and it’s accessible by bus and on foot.
There will also be a full bar with a range of drinks available during the session, including soft drinks.

This event is hosted by The Community Patch CIC, a local Wigan non-profit, aiming to bring people together in nature and improve our green spaces for everyone.

Gardening Together Sunday Session
2025-11-30 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-26 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-28 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-31 12:00 - 15:00 | St Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 7TA, United Kingdom
Join us in the community garden on the last Sunday of each month for our weekend session – 12 – 3pm, for some company and gentle movement in the outdoors.
At the community garden, we tend to several raised beds, borders, a greenhouse, fruit trees, and a wildlife pond together. We grow all kinds of fruit and veg, and there is often produce or plants to take home at the end of a session.
There are always plenty of different jobs to do and things to learn. Anyone is welcome to attend – just show up, there’s no need to book, and no skills are required as all training and tools are provided.
Children and families are always welcome. We’ve got garden toys and always invite young people to join in with planting and garden jobs if they want.
Please dress for the weather – sessions always go ahead unless it’s pouring with rain. We’ll post on socials if it’s off for any reason.
The space is accessible by wheelchair.
Address
St Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, WN6 7TA
There’s free parking outside, and it’s accessible by bus

Step Into Nature - Guided Woodland Walk
2025-11-28 10:00 - 11:00
Our free monthly guided woodland walk – Step Into Nature.
The next walk together is on 28th Nov, 10am at Parkbrook Lane, WN6 8AF (what 3 words is ///grapevine.chill.confusion) and will be led by Victoria – we’ll gently enjoy the sights and sounds of these beautiful woodlands through the seasons.
Starting in Shevington this month , we’ll explore local woodlands, a perfect way to get outdoors, meet new friends, and discover hidden corners of our local green spaces. The walk is approximately 2 miles along with some uneven paths and steps , and is free to attend.
It is muddy, and we don’t mind a bit of rain, so dress for the weather!
It will be the 4th Friday of each month at 10am. The starting point may alter very slightly month to month, but we will make sure to update you.
Booking is preferred, but not necessary. It’s just so we know to wait for you. Or if you prefer to text that’s fine, 07768202818

Gardening Together
2025-11-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-20 10:00 - 12:00 | St Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 7TA, United Kingdom
Join us in the community garden every other Wednesday morning, 10am – 12pm, for some company and gentle movement in the outdoors.
At the community garden, we tend to several raised beds, borders, a greenhouse, fruit trees, and a wildlife pond together. We grow all kinds of fruit and veg, and there is often produce or plants to take home at the end of a session.
There are always plenty of different jobs to do and things to learn. Anyone is welcome to attend – just show up, there’s no need to book, and no skills are required as all training and tools are provided.
Children are always welcome. We’ve got garden toys and always invite young people to join in with planting and garden jobs if they want.
Please dress for the weather – sessions always go ahead unless it’s pouring with rain. We’ll post on socials if it’s off for any reason.
The space is accessible by wheelchair.
Address
St Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, WN6 7TA
There’s free parking outside, and it’s accessible by bus

Autumn Remedies Workshop
2025-11-20 18:00 - 19:30 | The Old Courts, Crawford St, Wigan, WN1 1NA
Join Ali on 20th November at 6pm for an inspiring and practical workshop where you’ll learn how to make your own Cider Fire Tonic and explore a variety of immune-boosting plants, herbs, spices, and foods.
This hands-on session will guide you through creating a traditional tonic packed with powerful ingredients to support your health through the colder months. Ali will also share knowledge on a wide range of natural remedies and everyday foods that can strengthen your immune system..
You’ll leave with your own bottle of Cider Fire Tonic, plus the confidence to use plants and spices in simple, effective ways to help keep you and your family well.
All materials and ingredients are provided, and no prior experience is needed, just curiosity for natural wellness.
The session is relaxed and welcoming, with plenty of time for questions and discussion.
What’s included:

All ingredients to make your own Cider Fire Tonic
Information on immune-boosting herbs, foods, and spices
Full guidance and tools

There will also be a full bar with a range of drinks available during the session, including soft drinks.
Venue
The Holding Cell (Entrance through the Bailiff Bar at the bottom of the building), The Old Courts, Gerrard Winstanley House, Crawford St, Wigan WN1 1NA
Tickets
Tickets are £15 pp and will be available on 22nd August – by booking online on this page
Please note the venue is age 18+

This event is hosted by The Community Patch CIC, a local Wigan non-profit, aiming to bring people together in nature and improve our green spaces for everyone.

Herbal Haven Workshop
2025-11-06 18:00 - 19:30 | The Barkley Tavern, 210 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan, WN6 7NF
Spend a cosy evening at The Barkley Tavern, making your own herbal bath salts, potpourri, and a homemade herbal tea to take home.
On 6th Nov at 6pm, together with Ali leading this calming session, we’ll be using fresh herbs and petals to create sensory treats that are perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself. A lovely way to connect with nature and unwind as the evenings draw in.
All materials, tools and full guidance are supplied.
What’s included:

3 items to take home
A jar of herbal bath salts
Pot Pourri
Home-made herbal tea
Full guidance & tools

There will also be a full bar with a range of drinks available during the session, including soft drinks.
Venue
The Barkley Tavern, 210 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan, WN6 7NF
Tickets
Tickets are just £3 thanks to funding. An option is available to purchase a ticket with a £7 donation to support our community work. However, this donation is not necessary to attend. Tickets are available to buy on this page. We run a community garden, and any extra money from ticketed events goes towards plants, seeds, tools and hosting free events for families.

This event is hosted by The Community Patch CIC, a local Wigan non-profit, aiming to bring people together in nature and improve our green spaces for everyone.

Spooky Clay Creations - Workshop
2025-10-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Wigan Library, Life Centre, The Wiend, Wigan, WN1 1NH
Come along to Wigan Library for a spooky clay adventure with 2 fun filled workshops this October Half Term. In the first session, on Wed 29th Oct at 1pm we’ll shape ghosts, monsters and fun seasonal bits from clay, experimenting with different forms and ideas and having fun with the textures.
In the second session on Friday, 31st October at 11am, we’ll come back and paint and decorate them together, bringing your creatures to life with colour, character, and adding natural items to complete your spooky creations.
It is a fun, messy and creative way for families to celebrate the season and learn some new skills.
All materials, tools and full guidance are provided.
The cost for attending both sessions is £10 total pp.
This event is run by Victoria from The Community Patch CIC, a Wigan based non profit organisation that delivers creative workshops to connect people with nature, art and each other.

Please book tickets directly through the Wigan Libraries Eventbrite page, and ensure you are signed up to both sessions.
tickets are available here

Twiggy Spells & Pointy Hats - Workshop
2025-10-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Standish Library, 13 Cross St, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0HQ
Join us at Standish Library to create magical wands and hats this half term. On Tues 28th Oct at 11am we’ll be creative using twigs, leaves, wool and natural materials to design and decorate our own wizarding essentials!
Perfect for families who love to make, imagine and explore together.
All materials, tools and full guidance are provided.
The cost for attending is just £5 pp.
Ali from The Community Patch CIC, will host this fun session a Wigan based non profit organisation that delivers creative workshops to connect people with nature, art and each other.

Please book tickets directly through the Wigan Libraries Eventbrite page
tickets are available here

Step Into Nature - Guided Woodland Walk
2025-10-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Standish Wood Lane, Wigan, WN6 8RB
We’re launching a free monthly guided woodland walk – Step Into Nature.
The first walk together is 24th Oct, 10am at Standish Wood Lane, Beech Hill (what 3 words is ///orbit.surely.farmer) and will be lead by Victoria – we’ll gentlly enjoy the sights and sounds of this beautiful woodlands through the seasons.
Starting in Beech Hill, we’ll explore local woodlands and enjoy the sights and sounds of the seasons. A perfect way to get outdoors, meet new friends, and discover hidden corners of our local green spaces. The walk is approximately 2 miles along with some uneven paths, and is free to attend.
From Nov, it will be the 4th Friday of each month at 10am. The starting point may alter very slightly month to month, but we will make sure to update you.
Booking is preferred, but not necessary. It’s just so we know to wait for you. Or if you prefer to text that’s fine, 07768202818

Halloween Party
2025-10-22 17:30 - 19:00 | St Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 7TA, United Kingdom
Come and celebrate Halloween and the autumn season with us on Wednesday 22nd October at 5:30pm in the community garden.
This family-friendly evening will be full of autumn magic – with pumpkin carving, a warming homemade soup, and folk stories and songs around the campfire. The party will be held at our beautiful community garden in Beech Hill, so remember to wrap up warm and dress for the weather.
It’s the perfect way to spend the season together, creative, cosy, and a little spooky.
The event is free, but booking is essential to make sure we have enough pumpkins and soup for everyone. Please just book a place for your kids (or whoever wants to do a pumpkin)
We will also have a shelter in case of rain!
St Anne’s Community Garden, Beech Hill, Wigan, WN6 7TA
There is an option to make a donation with your ticket, if you would like to, but it’s optional. It would contribute to our community work in the area, paying for plants, seeds, tools and helping to fund more free events.

Creative Pumpkin Art Workshop
2025-10-21 18:00 - 19:30 | The Barkley Tavern, 210 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan, WN6 7NF
Join us at The Barkley Tavern for a relaxing and creative evening decorating paper pumpkins.
On 21st October at 6pm, we’ll be using decoupage techniques and paint to create beautiful, long-lasting, and tasteful autumn decorations, all plastic-free! This is a perfect way to add a touch of seasonal charm to your home.
All materials, tools and full guidance are supplied.
What’s included:

A range of beautiful decoupage tissues and paint to choose from
3 high quality cardboard pumpkins to decorate and take home
Full guidance & tools

There will also be a full bar with a range of drinks available during the session, including soft drinks.
Venue
The Barkley Tavern, 210 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan, WN6 7NF
Tickets
Tickets are just £3 thanks to funding. An option is available to purchase a ticket with a £7 donation to support our community work. However, this donation is not necessary to attend. Tickets are available to buy on this page. We run a community garden, and extra money from ticketed events goes towards plants, seeds, tools and hosting free events for families.

This event is hosted by The Community Patch CIC, a local Wigan non-profit, aiming to bring people together in nature and improve our green spaces for everyone.

Autumn Wreath Workshop
2025-10-16 18:00 - 19:30 | The Old Courts, Crawford St, Wigan, WN1 1NA
Join Victoria & Ali for a relaxing, creative workshop where you can make beautiful Autumn wreaths ready to hang at home.
On 16th Oct in The Old Courts Holding Cell, we’ll be creating seasonal decorations with naturally dried flowers and materials.
Our annual Christmas wreath event is so popular, but a wreath is a lovely addition to your home at any time of year, using inspiration from the season with beautiful autumnal hues. If you have any bits, like ribbons, you would like to bring from home to include, you’re welcome to.
Please note these are intended as indoor decorations.
What’s included:

Natural materials, many locally sourced
Your own wreath to take home
Full guidance and tools

There will also be a full bar with a range of drinks available during the session, including soft drinks.
Venue
The Holding Cell (Entrance through the Bailiff Bar at the bottom of the building), The Old Courts, Gerrard Winstanley House, Crawford St, Wigan WN1 1NA
Tickets
Tickets are £19 pp and will be available on 22nd August – by booking online on this page
Please note the venue is age 18+

This event is hosted by The Community Patch CIC, a local Wigan non-profit, aiming to bring people together in nature and improve our green spaces for everyone.

Autumn Wreath - Additional Date Workshop
2025-10-14 18:00 - 19:30 | The Barkley Tavern, 210 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan, WN6 7NF
Due to popularity, our first session has completely sold out – so we’ve added a 2nd date of our lovely Autumn Wreath Workshop

Join Victoria & Ali for a relaxing, creative workshop where you can make beautiful Autumn wreaths ready to hang at home.
On 14th Oct at The Barkley Tavern, we’ll be creating seasonal decorations with naturally dried flowers and materials.
Our annual Christmas wreath event is so popular, but a wreath is a lovely addition to your home at any time of year, using inspiration from the season with beautiful autumnal hues. If you have any bits, like ribbons, you would like to bring from home to include, you’re welcome to.
Please note these are intended as indoor decorations.
What’s included:

Natural materials, many locally sourced
Your own wreath to take home
Full guidance and tools

There will also be a full bar with a range of drinks available during the session, including soft drinks.
Venue
The Barkely Tavern, 210 Woodhouse Ln, Wigan WN6 7NF
Tickets
Tickets are £19 pp and are available on this page
This event is hosted by The Community Patch CIC, a local Wigan non-profit, aiming to bring people together in nature and improve our green spaces for everyone. Our profits go towards hosting free events for families, and purchasing seeds, tools and equipment for our community spaces.

Autumn Wreath Workshop

Autumn Wreath Workshop

Autumn Wreath Workshop

Autumn Wreath Workshop

Introduction to Propagation Workshop
2025-09-21 14:00 - 15:30 | St Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 7TA, United Kingdom
Join Victoria for an outdoor workshop all about propagation. Don’t be put off by the word, we will simply be looking at how we can grow new plants at home for free through 3 easy methods. September is still a great time for planting, and you will have a pot to take home and the confidence to try yourself.
This beginner-friendly session is on 21st September in our community garden in Wigan, where we’ll go through in easy-to-use terms all about growing plants and flowers and growing your garden for free.
Together, I’ll show you easy methods to make more of your favourite plants at a very low cost, including seed saving, division and taking & growing from cuttings.
What’s included:

A pot to take home
Full guidance and tools & materials
Take away sheet full of tips and advice going forward

Venue
St Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, WN6 7TA
Please note that this session will be outdoors, there is shelter, but please dress for the weather.

Tickets
Tickets are £10 pp and are available to purchase here
This event is hosted by The Community Patch CIC, a local Wigan non-profit, aiming to bring people together in nature and improve our green spaces for everyone.

Pressed Flower Art Workshop
2025-09-18 18:00 - 19:30 | The Old Courts, Crawford St, Wigan, WN1 1NA
Join Victoria for a gentle, creative workshop where you can make beautifully decorated vases and cards using real pressed flowers.
On 18th Sept in The Old Courts Holding Cell, we’ll be working with real blooms, leaves and petals collected and pressed from the garden by us. There are so many colours, shapes, and sizes to choose from, as well as paint to get creative if you’d like.
You’ll create your own pieces of art — from vases and tea light holders to colourful floral cards, perfect to keep or give as a gift. This is a relaxed, nature-based session, inviting everyone to slow down, be creative, and enjoy the beauty of flowers.
All materials and tools are provided – and there’s a discount if you attended our previous flower press workshop – just get in touch!
What’s included:

All real dried flowers
Choice of either 2 tealight holders or a vase to decorate, plus a card
Full guidance and all materials & tools

There will also be a full bar with a range of drinks available during the session, including soft drinks.
Venue
The Holding Cell (Entrance through the Bailiff Bar at the bottom of the building), The Old Courts, Gerrard Winstanley House, Crawford Street, Wigan, WN1 1NA
There is free street parking nearby
It’s very close to Wigan bus station and Wigan train station.
Tickets
Tickets are £14 pp and will be available on 22nd August to book online here on this page
Please note the venue is age 18+
This event is hosted by The Community Patch CIC, a local Wigan non-profit, aiming to bring people together in nature and improve our green spaces for everyone.

Community Apple Day
2025-08-31 12:00 - 15:00 | St Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 7TA, United Kingdom
Community Apple Day – Sunday 31st AugustJoin us for a fun afternoon celebrating the season together in the community garden.
We’ll be picking apples together, pressing them into fresh juice, and sharing the harvest with neighbours and friends.
Bring along any spare fruit or veg from home or your allotment – there’ll be a sharing table for everyone. Or you’re welcome to just take some home.
Children can join in the fun with apple printing and painting, and we’ll have a few games and homemade apple cakes and food to enjoy too.

31st Sept12pm-3pmFreeSt Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, WN6 7TA

Fairy Gardens - Workshop
2025-08-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Leigh Library, Turnpike Centre, Civic Square, Market Street, Leigh, WN7 1EB
Join Dawn from Give it a Grow at Leigh Library and step into a world of imagination by creating your very own miniature fairy garden. This magical workshop is perfect for little ones who love storytelling, crafting, and the outdoors.
Using natural materials, craft items, and a sprinkle of creativity, you’ll design a tiny garden home fit for fairies. From leaf paths to pebble seats and mossy beds, each fairy garden will be unique and ready to take home and display.
A creative, nature-based art session for all ages to enjoy. All materials and tools are provided.
Give it a Grow Wigan, run by The Community Patch CIC, is a local community group based in Wigan, helping people connect through nature, growing and creativity. Everyone’s welcome
Tickets are £5pp
tickets are available here

Trip to RHS Bridgewater
2025-08-26 10:00 - 17:00 | St Anne’s Community Garden, 152 Beech Hill Ave, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 7TA, United Kingdom
We’re hosting a special trip to RHS Bridgewater. This is prebook only.

Family Blackberry Pick
2025-08-19 16:00 - 17:30 | Gidlow Field, Newman Ave, Wigan, WN6 7PA
Join us for a free fun Family Blackberry Pick on the field.
Bring a container or basket and let’s see who can collect the most! There’s plenty to be had
19th Aug at 4pm on Gidlow Field,off Newman Ave, Wigan WN6 7PA
Free, no need to book
Lead by Give it a Grow Wigan

Nature Portraits & Crowns - Workshop
2025-08-18 12:30 - 13:30 | Atherton Library, Atherton Town Hall, Bolton Road, Atherton, M46 9JQ, United Kingdom
Join Dawn from Give it a Grow Wigan for a creative, nature-inspired workshop at Tyldsley Library, where families can make their own portraits and woodland crowns using leaves, petals, sticks, and other natural materials.
This session invites children and families to create playful portraits of people or animals using foraged textures and colours, then make a nature crown to wear and take home. It’s a relaxed, imaginative workshop that brings art and the outdoors together.
A creative, nature based art session for all ages to enjoy. All materials and tools are provided.
Give it a Grow Wigan, run by The Community Patch CIC, is a local community group based in Wigan, helping people connect through nature, growing and creativity. Everyone’s welcome
Tickets are £5pp
tickets are available here
