Step Inside the Fun: Join Our Junior Open Evening

Join Us for a Junior Open Evening at Leigh Youth Hub We’re excited to invite young people aged 8–10 and their parents or guardians to a special Junior Open Evening at Leigh Youth Hub on Monday 7th July from 4:30pm to 6pm. This free event is a great opportunity for families to come and explore […]
Make Your Boss See Red For Charity: A Messy Fundraiser with a Meaningful Mission

Brave bosses stepped up to see red for charity Make your boss see red for charity! As part of Wigan Youth Zone’s annual Paint the Borough Red campaign, a slime-filled spectacle raised awareness, funds, and a few eyebrows – all in support of young people’s mental health. What do you get when you combine brave […]
Paint the Borough Red! Wigan and Leigh Showing Up for the Next Generation

Uniting to Paint the Borough Red This June, Wigan Youth Zone is calling on our community to Paint the Borough Red – a month-long campaign designed to raise £8,000 for youth mental health and wellbeing. Whether you’re in Wigan or Leigh, it’s time to go bold, go bright, and get creative for a cause that […]
Support young people in care: Why we’re calling on the community

Be there for young people in care At Wigan Youth Zone, we believe every young person deserves someone they can rely on. That’s why we’re calling on our local community to step up and support young people in care by becoming Independent Visitors. It’s simple. It’s impactful. And right now, it’s urgently needed. Only 3.3% […]
Inclusivity in Action: A New Junior Club at Wigan Youth Zone

New Junior Inclusion Club for Children Aged 8-11 At Wigan Youth Zone, we believe every young person deserves to feel included, supported, and free to be themselves. That’s why we’re proud to launch our new junior inclusion club for young people aged 8–11 with additional needs or disabilities. Thanks to funding from Wigan Council’s Short Breaks […]
FASE Group Gold Patron: Supporting Wigan Youth Zone

FASE Group Gold Patron Partnership Begins We’re proud to announce that FASE Group Gold Patron support has officially begun at Wigan Youth Zone. This exciting partnership marks a powerful step forward in expanding the charity’s network of supporters. It will also strengthen our mission to help young people across Wigan and Leigh thrive Backing Young […]
Wigan YZ Charity Ball

A Night to Remember: Wigan YZ Charity Ball Raises Vital Funds The Wigan YZ Charity Ball raised an incredible £60,000 to support young people at Wigan Youth Zone. The event, held at The Brick Community Stadium, was a night of celebration, entertainment, and fundraising success. Hosted by Chris Milo, the night saw close to 300 […]
Interact New Gold Patrons of Wigan Youth Zone

Interact New Gold Patrons of Wigan Youth Zone Big news – Interact new gold patrons of Wigan Youth Zone. We’re thrilled to announce that Interact has committed to providing substantial support to Wigan Youth Zone, helping us continue delivering high-quality opportunities for young people across Wigan and Leigh. A Partnership Built on Shared Values Our […]
Youth Worker Runs 406 Miles for Charity

Brad’s Challenge: Run 406 Miles For Charity It’s been almost a month since Brad Evans crossed the finish line of his incredible December challenge. Running 31 half marathons in 31 days – that’s 406 miles in total – was a feat of endurance, determination, and heart. He ran 406 miles for charity, all this was […]
The Annual WYZmas Markets: Bringing the Community Together This Christmas

Celebrate the Festive Season at Wigan Youth Zone’s WYZmas Markets! Get ready for a day filled with holiday cheer, community spirit, and festive fun as Wigan Youth Zone hosts our annual WYZmas Markets this Sunday, 1st December, from 11am to 3pm. This free event is open to everyone, offering a perfect way to kick off […]