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About Leigh

Known for

The Leigh Harriers (a famous athletics club), the coal mining heritage, the Turnpike arts centre, and a Greater Manchester town between Wigan and Warrington

A little history

Leigh grew as a coal mining and cotton manufacturing town. The Leigh Harriers athletic club has produced world-class athletes including a number of Commonwealth and Olympic competitors. The town has been regenerating its town centre through arts investment.

Local tip

The Turnpike arts centre for local cultural events. The town centre market for local produce. Pennington Flash Country Park — one of Greater Manchester's best — for walking and birdwatching.

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