Pennington Flash

03/09/2026

Make sure to join Be Well Wigan here at Pennington Flash this Saturday 5 September for their next FREE Pop-Up Family Ride 🚲

⏰ 10am-12pm
📍 Meet outside The Hide Coffee House

Book your spot by searching 'community venues' and 'cycling for families' on the Be Well app or through the link in the comments 👇

When the first week back at school is done... it's about time for some family fun! 🚲

Join us for our FREE Pop-Up Family Ride this Saturday at Pennington Flash and enjoy a fun-filled morning exploring the beautiful Flash on two wheels, together!

Little riders can build their confidence with basic cycling skills and fun activities before setting off on a short family-friendly ride through the wonderful National Nature Reserve 🌳

📅 Saturday 5 September
⏰ 10am - 12pm
📍 Meet outside The Hide Coffee House

Book your FREE place now via the Be Well app or booking site (linked in the comments). Just search 'community venues' and 'cycling for families' 🤳

31/08/2026

Looking to fill these last few days of the holidays? 📅

We've got you covered! We’re extending our Billy the Blackbird Summer Fun Trail until Sunday 6 September to give you the chance to squeeze in last minute summer memories before the return to school! ☀️

Just pick up a map and bag of bird feed for £2 from the Visitor's Desk before heading out to explore the trail and find the hidden garden birds on a fun-filled, family adventure 🐦‍⬛🩷

29/08/2026

The Vikings have Landed ⚔🛶

Here's some early pics from our Viking camp this morning. There may be a few showers forecast, but our tribe are out in force!

Archery displays are already underway and we've learned plenty about the authentic Viking lifestyle. If you're heading down this weekend, you're in for a fascinating day of history, adventure and fun!

27/08/2026

The countdown is on... The Ydalir Vikings arrive at Pennington Flash THIS WEEKEND for The Great Viking Gathering! 📍

Expect a weekend packed with exciting recreations and battle re-enactments, artisan markets and heritage crafts and even the thrilling sights of a Viking longboat!

Join us for a FREE, immersive and unforgettable day out that the whole family can enjoy 🙌

📅 Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August
⌚ 10am-4pm

25/08/2026

Spot the stripey passenger! 🔎

We challenge you to find a cuter baby than the little Great Crested Grebe. The babies striped 'humbug' markings help them to blend into their environment, while catching a ride on their parents' backs helps to keep them safe and warm 🥰

Make sure to keep an eye out for these unique characters at the Flash next time you visit!

📸 Ricky Marsh

22/08/2026

Gorgeous afternoon with Jennifer Doyle and her Billy the Blackbird story telling sessions. The children are loving finding about all our local garden birds and pigeon poo!

We've still got one more session to go at 2pm today and our fun trail will continue for the rest of the summer holidays. ☺️ 📖

21/08/2026

Step into the age of warriors! 🏹⚔🛶📆

Don't miss this amazing new FREE event coming to Pennington Flash for the Saturday and Sunday of Bank Holiday weekend. Here's our resident Viking Joe to explain what it's all about, straight from the Norse's mouth. 😆

Live combat displays, archery displays, viking village, crafts, longboat sailings, and a "mini vike" tournament for kids. 29th & 30th August 10am-4pm each day.