BoroughLife Podcast

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BoroughLife Podcast takes you behind the scenes of Wigan Council's residents' magazine, Borough Life. Hosts James and Rosie introduce you to some of their great guests - the people who help to make Wigan Borough so brilliant! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. The Field at the Flash and a flashback to 1986

    MAR 25

    The Field at the Flash and a flashback to 1986

    Hayley and Lucy head to Pennington Flash to talk to Dionne, from Complete Kindness CIC, and Imelda, from Mindful by Nature CIC, to hear all about the sessions they are delivering as part of The Field at Pennington Flash, as well as some tips and tricks on how we can all be more mindful, and the benefits of getting out in nature!    In the second half of the episode, Hayley brings along the Galleries time capsule, recovered from the Fettlers site during demolition, for a deep‑dive with Lucy and James. Expect throwbacks, surprises, and all the nostalgic 1986 vibes! If you helped with the time capsule, or would like to be involved in the 2026 version in Fettlers, please get in touch!     Useful links:    Find out more about The Field, e-mail info@the-field.org.uk  You can find us on TikTok on @boroughlife  Have a story about The Galleries time capsule? Email: fettlers@wigan.gov.uk  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
  2. Wigan's Voice & Borough Life Magazine

    MAR 10

    Wigan's Voice & Borough Life Magazine

    Hayley and Lucy have a sneak peek audio tour of the new exhibition at Wigan Museum, exploring the borough’s past, what it looks like today, and what the future could hold. Plus James gives you the lowdown on the new Borough Life magazine! Learn more about the Museum exhibition here: Wigan Museum Read the Borough Life magazine here: Borough Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  3. Poetry, Filmmaking & Feel Good Local Stories!

    FEB 6

    Poetry, Filmmaking & Feel Good Local Stories!

    This episode contains conversations about mental health and suicide, which may be distressing for some listeners. For help and support, visit wigan.gov.uk/MentalHealth We’re kicking things off with a catch‑up from Tom Stocks, better known as The Chubby Northerner. You might recognise him from his pavement poetry, uplifting scrolls, or his iconic PO-E-TEA. Tom shares why poetry should be part of everyday life - not just something for the few - and reveals some incredible stories about how his words have made a real difference to people across the borough. In the second half, we sit down with Northern Heart Film to explore the story behind the borough’s brand‑new Filming Fund. A project that reinvests 100% of the councils filming fees straight back into young local creatives… and the first big opportunity? Young people in Leigh will get to create a documentary following chart‑topping band The Lottery Winners ahead of their homecoming stadium show in 2026! Useful links: Learn more about funding opportunities and what's going on in the community: Wigan Borough Communities Teams Learn more about the filming fund - Lights, camera, action: Filming fund set to help creative Leigh youngsters Like Wigan's film-friendly approach? Film in the borough! - Filming in Wigan Borough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  4. Let's stay safe this Winter and a new Borough Life magazine!

    12/12/2025

    Let's stay safe this Winter and a new Borough Life magazine!

    This month's podcast is all about staying well in winter! With Kevin Parker-Evans, the chief nursing officer from the WWL NHS Trust and Lee Girvan from the Council's Public Health Team sharing advice on how keep yourself, family and friends safe and healthy this winter. The UK Health Security Agency is reporting a increase in cases of flu and RSV in early December, but there is still time to get protected for the rest of winter. Useful links: Get to know where to go | Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership Book, change or cancel a free NHS flu vaccination at a pharmacy - NHS Get help for your symptoms - NHS 111 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min
  5. Light night & half term fun so you never get bored

    10/23/2025

    Light night & half term fun so you never get bored

    🎙️ Rosie and James are back! Join them for another exciting episode of The Borough Life Podcast. They’re bringing you the inside scoop on all the events happening across the borough - just in time for half-term fun! Rosie and James catch up with Jemma and Jude from Things That Go On Things, the creative minds behind Light Night Wigan. They chat about what’s in store for this year’s event and all the excitement you can look forward to. Stick around until the end for a full roundup of local activities and spooky Halloween happenings, so you’ll have everything you need to plan the perfect half-term, all in one place!  Get your light night tickets: https://www.lightnightwigan.co.uk/ Halloween paddle, pumpkin pick and campfire: https://bewellwigan.gladstonego.cloud/book?fbclid=IwVERDUANnNPZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHsLB5IOucA-TqUh0UxcdZS-ax_VzECm4UZIh6Hw8IVT85rgL_PBuC2k4iqso_aem_y6UewYPhyd0793Y5d0Km5A Spooky Halloween trail: https://facebook.com/events/s/spooky-halloween-trail-at-penn/811987014745847/ Winstanley park pumpkin picking: https://winstanleyparkevents.co.uk/product/pumpkin-picking/ Roby Mill pumpkin patch: Pumpkin Picking @ Roby Mill Pumpkin Patch 2025 Haigh hall activities: https://www.haighwoodlandpark.co.uk/News-and-events/Whats-on.aspx Wigan libraries: https://www.wigan.gov.uk/Resident/Libraries/Events.aspx Wigan Pier Halloween music night: https://www.wigan.gov.uk/News/Articles/2025/October/Wigan-Pier-event-space-to-launch-with-Halloween-themed-music-night.aspx?fbclid=IwVERDUANnNp5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHtTiSYRMXCvSUMwt6O9lNBCrYgu1oKUK2gg3DDM_5SvtY-iFSV26qXhJ4rJp_aem_QqT6pzGJrxI_1132rEpuYQ Find more event near you at Visit Wigan: https://www.visitwigan.com/index.aspx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min
  6. Wigan Living, Believe Stars, and Sporting Hero's

    09/02/2025

    Wigan Living, Believe Stars, and Sporting Hero's

    James and Rosie are back with Episode 30, and it’s a packed one! First up, they catch up with the team behind Wigan Living, the local social creators making waves in the community. Then it’s off to Phil Fletcher’s Believe Star event, where they chat with Hacker and Katie Thistleton about what the Believe Star means to them. But that’s not all, they also sit down with coaches from Wigan Athletic and Wigan Warriors to reflect on their incredible year so far. With the Mayor welcoming both teams to the Town Hall, it’s a moment to celebrate their achievements and the pride they’ve brought to the borough. Tune in for a feel-good episode full of local stars, inspiring stories, and plenty of Wigan pride! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min
  7. Summer Fun and Arctic Home

    08/01/2025

    Summer Fun and Arctic Home

    Rosie and James are back with a brand new episode of the Borough Life podcast! In this episode, James chats with Jennifer Doyle, author of Billy the Blackbird, about all the jam-packed summer activities happening at Pennington Flash - from Summer Fun Trails and Billy the Blackbird story sessions to Birdbox Workshops - they cover it all! Then, they dive into the launch of the powerful new climate change video, Arctic Home, and explore the message behind it. Watch Arctic Home here: https://youtu.be/ZLFHhpFSH1k?si=B6ec8TLies40irud Discover more about Billy the Blackbird adventures: Families flock to Flash for new Billy the Blackbird trail Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min
  8. HERDS and Civic

    07/01/2025

    HERDS and Civic

    James and Rosie bring you the next episode of the borough life podcast! They catch up with Martin Crews, development director for Capital and Centric as he tells us the latest updates on Civic. They then chat with Kee Hong, creative director of factory international and Manchester international festival to uncover what’s in store on the day, and the powerful story behind the project. For more information about Civic, visit: Civic | Workspace & Co-working in Wigan | Capital&Centric — Capital & Centric For more information about The Herds, visit: THE HERDS To read the latest edition of the magazine, visit: Borough Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
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BoroughLife Podcast takes you behind the scenes of Wigan Council's residents' magazine, Borough Life. Hosts James and Rosie introduce you to some of their great guests - the people who help to make Wigan Borough so brilliant! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Wigan Council
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Wigan Council
  • Show Website
    BoroughLife Podcast

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