Travel Guide to Wigan Flashes Local Nature Reserve

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving to Wigan Flashes Local Nature Reserve, start by getting onto the M6 motorway. Depending on your starting point in North West England, you can approach the M6 from various directions. Once on the M6, take exit 26 for the M58 towards Wigan. Merge onto the M58 and continue until you reach Junction 5. Take the exit towards Wigan (A575) and follow the signs for Wigan. From there, follow the A49 towards Wigan and then take the A577 towards Wellham Road. The Nature Reserve is located at Wellham Rd, Wigan WN3 5PA. There is parking available near the entrance.

• Train

  To reach Wigan Flashes by train, you can take a train to Wigan North Western or Wigan Wallgate stations, which are well connected from various locations in North West England. Upon arrival at either station, exit and head towards the bus station located nearby. You can catch a local bus (like the 600 or 601) that runs towards the Nature Reserve. Get off at the stop closest to Wellham Road, then walk to the reserve, which is approximately a 10-minute walk from the bus stop.

• Bus

  If you are using a bus service, you can check local providers such as Stagecoach or Arriva for routes that connect to Wigan. Look for services that head towards Wellham Road or Wigan Flashes. Once on the bus, inform the driver that you want to stop at the Nature Reserve. The cost of a bus ticket is typically around £2-£4, depending on your starting point.

• Walking or Cycling

  If you're near the Wigan area, you can consider walking or cycling to Wigan Flashes. There are several pedestrian paths and cycle routes that lead directly to the Nature Reserve from the town center. It’s a pleasant way to enjoy the natural surroundings. Ensure you have appropriate maps or a GPS device to navigate the local paths efficiently.