Wigan town centre's evening and night-time economy met the judging criteria to qualify for Purple Flag status. This helps members of the public and businesses identify towns and cities that offer a safe and enjoyable night out.
Purple Flag is an accreditation process, similar to the Green Flag award for parks and the Blue Flag for beaches. It celebrates the centre for being a safe and vibrant evening and night-time destination. The governing body, ATCM (Association of Town and City Management), has set five core standards, which accredited locations are measured and reviewed on an annual basis:
- The Policy Envelope: An after-hours policy that shows a clear strategy based on sound research, integrated public policy and a successful multi-sector partnership
- Wellbeing: Successful destinations are all safe and welcoming with all sectors playing their part in delivering high standards of customer care
- Movement: Getting home safely after an evening out is crucial, as is the ability to move around the centre on foot with ease
- Appeal: Successful destinations offer a vibrant choice of leisure and entertainment for a diversity of ages, groups, lifestyles and cultures
- Place: Successful areas contain a blend of overlapping activities that encourage people to mingle and enjoy the place. They reinforce the character and identity of the area as well as flair and imagination in urban design for the night.
What’s going on in Wigan
We have lots going on in the borough. Check out the Visit Wigan website (external link) or Visit Wigan's Instagram (external link) to find out what's on, as well as getting inspiration for your visit.