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What's on in Platt Bridge and Abram

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Platt Bridge and Abram.

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Sports & FitnessWellness & Wellbeing

Around £3

Head, Heart & Health Gentle Exercise

A gentle exercise class for those over 50 aimed at improving wellbeing and reducing social isolation.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Crownway Community Centre(4.9mi)

via Crownway Community CentreLocal gem

Head, Heart & Health Gentle Exercise Class

Sports & FitnessWellness & WellbeingWorkshops & Classes

Around £3

Head, Heart & Health Gentle Exercise Class

Gentle exercise class for over 50s to stay active and enhance wellbeing

Thu 23 Jul11:00Crownway Community Centre(4.9mi)

via Crownway Community CentreLocal gem

Sports & FitnessWellness & Wellbeing

Around £3

Head, Heart & Health

A gentle exercise class for those aged 50 and over to stay active and meet new people.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Crownway Community Centre(4.9mi)

via Crownway Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Around £22.00

Afternoon Racing

Join us for Afternoon Flat Racing on Thursday 23 July at Sandown Park Racecourse. Witness exciting racing & enjoy a great evening out for all.

Thu 23 Jul12:59The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club Limited(2.9mi)

via The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club LimitedCurated

Community

Friendship Group

A chance to chat, have a cuppa and meet new friends. There is normally a guest speaker.

Thu 23 Jul14:00St Aidan's Church(4.5mi)

via St Aidan's ChurchLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Reflective Service

Each service will contain a number of prayer activity stations - to help encourage you to reflect as appropriate to you. Quiet music will also be played in the background. Come and enjoy the space to be still and unwind during the busyness of the week.

Thu 23 Jul19:00Gatem Light & Life Church(4.8mi)

via Gatem Light & Life ChurchLocal gem

Community

Sweaty Mama Bootcamp

On Thursdays 7:30pm – 8:30pm at the Childcare and Community Centre, Hilton Street, Ashton-in-Makerfield

Thu 23 Jul20:30Hilton Street Childcare and Community Centre(2.5mi)

via Hilton Street Childcare and Community CentreLocal gem

DanceSports & Fitness

Around £3

Line Dancing

Friendly and helpful line dancing sessions suitable for beginners to intermediate level dancers.

Thu 23 Jul20:45Crownway Community Centre(4.9mi)

via Crownway Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Around £10.00

Billy Bolton w/ Support TBC

Making their live debut, delivering energetic rock riffs, infectious pop hooks, and the first taste of their upcoming EP.

Fri 24 JulThe Boulevard(2.2mi)

via The BoulevardLocal gem

Community

Ministry of Sound Classical

Borrowing more than you can afford or paying late may negatively impact your financial status and ability to obtain credit. Subject to status. Ts&Cs and late fees apply.

Fri 24 JulThe Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club Limited(2.9mi)

via The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club LimitedCurated

Community

Break Up

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Fri 24 JulGolborne Community Primary School(3mi)

via Golborne Community Primary School

Community

Around £20

Fleetwood Collective

Following last year's sold-out appearance at Forest Arts Centre, Fleetwood Collective return on Friday 24th July 2026 for another unforgettable evening celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac.

Fri 24 JulForest Arts Centre(3.9mi)

via Forest Arts Centre

Community

Pop Up Pantry

Our pop up pantry offers a warm space where you can connect with friendly faces and get a brew. If you need food or just want to get in touch

Fri 24 Jul09:00Holy Trinity Church(3.1mi)

via Holy Trinity ChurchLocal gem

Community

Around £5

St Aidans Pantry

Open to everyone, £5 per year to join then £3 per visit for 15 items.

Fri 24 Jul11:00St Aidan's Church(4.5mi)

via St Aidan's ChurchLocal gem

Wellness & Wellbeing

Tai Chi for beginners

Fridays from 10.15am till 11.15am

Fri 24 Jul11:15Hilton Street Childcare and Community Centre(2.5mi)

via Hilton Street Childcare and Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Around £67.20

Ministry of Sound Classical

This isn’t your average DJ set - it’s the biggest dance anthems of all time, reimagined by a full 30-piece orchestra. Join us on Friday 24 July 2026 at Sandown

Fri 24 Jul12:59The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club Limited(2.9mi)

via The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club LimitedCurated

Community

Funding Fridays

Funding FridaysAre you looking for support with funding for your communitygroup but unsure where to begin? Or do you have a specific funding questionthat needs answering?Join us at one of our Funding Friday drop-insessions, where members of the Communities Team and Tennant Voice Team will beavailable to provide guidance and advice. No booking required—just comealong.These sessions are designed for individuals supportingvoluntary, community, faith, and social enterprise organisations. We’ll helpyou explore funding opportunities and strengthen applications to support yourgroup’s activities.Dates throughout 2026: 30th January, 27th March, 29thMay, 24th July, 18th September, 13th NovemberTime: 1.00-3.00pmVenue: Family Hub at Clifton Street Community Centre, Wigan, WN3 5HN

Fri 24 Jul13:00Family Hub at Clifton Street(1.9mi)

via Family Hub at Clifton Street

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Venues with events near Platt Bridge and Abram

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

The Jockey Club Haydock Park Racing Club Limited2.9 miles away Hilton Street Childcare and Community Centre2.5 miles away Family Hub at Clifton Street1.9 miles away

More about Platt Bridge and Abram

Greater Manchester, England

Platt Bridge and Abram have nearby local names including Tour X Golf, Christ Church and Wigan Borough Community First. We bring the useful dates around them together, because local plans can be active, practical or a good way to meet people nearby. Near Here keeps event details around Platt Bridge and Abram in one handy view so you can browse what's on without searching every website. Check the organiser's latest information before you set off.

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