Haigh Parish Council Information Page

29/01/2026

Winter is one of the busiest times for staff and volunteers on our nature reserves.

While much of nature rests, our teams are out in the cold creating hedgerows, managing water levels, clearing overgrown ponds and preparing habitats so wildlife has the best possible chance when spring arrives.

It’s practical, muddy work, and every single pound donated this winter helps make it possible.

If you’re able to give just £1, you’ll be helping us prepare safe, resilient habitats for wildlife across our reserves. Thank you!

29/01/2026

28/01/2026

29/11/2025

Haigh Parish Council Meeting on Monday

A reminder that the next meeting of Haigh Parish Council will take place on Monday 1 December at 7pm at St David’s Parish Rooms (next door to the school)

The agenda is also available on our website and on the parish noticeboard.

All welcome to join us, we’d love to see you there.

Monday, 1 December 2025, 7.00 pm
Venue: St David’s Parish Rooms, Copperas Lane, Haigh

AGENDA

PART ONE

1. Apologies for Absence - To receive apologies from Councillors.

2. Declarations of Any Interests - Members are reminded of their responsibility to declare an interest in respect of any matters contained or brought up at any point in the meeting, in accordance with the current code of conduct. Council will consider any dispensation requests.

3. Minutes of the Previous Meeting - To formally approve the minutes of the meeting held on 27 October 2025.

4. Matters Introduced by Members of the Public - An opportunity for members of the public to ask questions or make reservations. Typically, this session will be limited to 20 minutes, although this may be extended at the discretion of the Chair.

COUNCIL BUSINESS

5. Financial Update
(a) Report from Acting Responsible Financial Officer
(b) Review of banking arrangements and mandates
(c) Payments authorisation since the last meeting

6. Parish Clerk/RFO Recruitment
To receive an update on recruitment following approval of the NALC based job description and person specification.
To receive an update on discussions with Democratic Services, LALC and on any arrangements for a Locum Clerk.

7. Governance Reviews - To review and formally adopt the governance documents deferred from the October meeting (HPC 76/25):
(a) Standing Orders (2025 Edition)
(b) Financial Regulations (2025 Edition)
(c) Code of Conduct (2025 Edition)
(d) Risk Management Schedule
(e) Social Media Policy
(f) Privacy Notice
(g) Information and Data Protection Policy.

8. Protocol Proposal for Councillors and Clerk - To receive an update on preparation of protocols. Google Drive access protocol (HPC 90/25).

9. Planning Matters - To consider planning applications received or decided within the Haigh Parish area.
Haigh Hall change of use
Walled garden sculpture
To discuss the status of Haigh Parish Council as a key stakeholder – why is Haigh Parish Council not listed as a stakeholder on planning applications within Haigh Parish?

10.. Councillor Updates
(a) Bridleways - Update from the Parish Bridleway Working Group.
(b) Towpath - Update on works and funding for the canal towpath improvements
(c ) Windmill - Progress update and working group membership.

11. Community Engagement -
(a) St David’s School - 180 Years Celebration
To consider further ways to strengthen visibility and communication.
Update on funding for Christmas celebrations.at St David’s School
(b) Haigh Transformation Community Programme.
To consider an invitation sent out to stakeholder groups for the latest stakeholder event - tour of the Hall.

12. Parking Restrictions on Hall Lane - To discuss latest position and correspondence with Wigan Council
13. Christmas Lights
To receive an update on Christmas lighting and decorations.

14. Remembrance Day Wreath Aspull British Legion – To receive an update re arrangements and attendance at the Remembrance service.

15. Poppies Display - To review arrangements for installation and maintenance.

16. Date and Time of Next Meeting - To confirm and agree the date of the next meeting.2 February 2026.

Cllr Paul Kenyon
Chair and Acting Proper Officer
Date of Issue: 24.11.2025

23/10/2025

Next Haigh Parish Council meeting will
Be held at -
St Davids Parish Rooms Copperas Lane
Monday 27th October 2025

Haigh Parish residents are welcome to attend.

04/10/2025

🌟 L2 Teaching Assistant Role 🌟

We’re looking for a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to join our wonderful team at St David’s. ❤️

If you enjoy working with children and want to make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. You can find out more about this role on Greater Jobs.

22/08/2025

Important update about Hall Lane, Wigan 🚨🅿️

19/08/2025

🚨 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3pm

The UK’s new emergency alert system will send a loud siren, message, and vibration to every compatible phone even on silent. Survivors of abuse with hidden phones could be put at risk if the device is discovered.

You can opt out in your phone’s settings to protect your safety:
✅ iPhone: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts

✅ Android: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts (and other threat categories if listed)

01/08/2025

This looks like a great event ! 🐌

Join us for the launch of ‘Snail on me’, a new site-specific sculpture by internationally acclaimed artist Duk Hee, and the second part of 'Bodies of Water', commissioned by UP Projects.

As part of the launch a Community Collaboration Programme of events has been co-curated by Wigan-based artist and producer Anna FC Smith and a cohort of local Community Ambassadors. They have drawn on their local knowledge to celebrate water, biodiversity, and the power of creative action.

🎭 Highlights of the launch event include:

💧 New artworks by local artists Dustin Lyon and Magpahi

💧 Performances and workshops for all ages by Zephie Begolo, Everything Human Rights Kubatana Dance Group, Groundwork, and The Frog Performer

💧The unveiling of ‘Snail on Me’, a sculptural installation that will provide vital wetland habitats for birds, insects and amphibians, and a conversation between Anne Duk Hee Jordan and UP Projects curators.

📅 Saturday 13 September, 12–4pm
📍 Haigh Hall, Wigan

Links in comments to book workshops on the day. We hope to see you there!

27/07/2025

Looking for something to do ? Check out these free activities with Be Well Wigan all taking place in parks across Wigan and Leigh. Including Haigh Woodland Park !

Join our FREE parks activities this !

Tomorrow (Mon) we’re kicking things off at Jubilee Park, Alexandra Park and Haigh Woodland Park.

Here’s what you can try…

🌳 New to Pickleball (ages 16+) – 10.15am-11am @ Jubilee Park, Ashton
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/l8JHi

🌳 Family Pickleball (8+) – 11.15am-12pm @ Jubilee Park, Ashton
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/ZG44D

🌳 Family Pickleball (8+) – 11.15am-12pm @ Jubilee Park, Ashton
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/u1zQA

🌳 Bowls (16+) – 10.30am-12pm @ Alexandra Park, Newtown
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/Oxv2W

🌳 Pilates (16+) – 12am-12.30pm @ Alexandra Park, Newtown
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/ZER9J

🌳 Pilates (16+) – 12.45pm-1.15pm @ Alexandra Park, Newtown
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/i4nRh

🌳 Family Run Challenge (0+) – 1pm-2pm @ Haigh Woodland Park
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/J9OZM

🌳 Park Gym (16+) – 1pm-2pm @ Alexandra Park, Newtown
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/xs6WB

🌳 Social tennis (16+) – 6pm-8pm @ Morley Street Tennis Courts, Atherton
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/mosu2

Book via the Be Well Wigan app or the links above ☝️

New to Be Well? Simply create your free booking profile at checkout.

08/07/2025

Lots of luck 🍀 to all the cyclist who are taking part in the Bike Events to 🗼big bike 🚲 ride this Sunday, passing through Haigh , lots of riders will be raising lots of money for charities, Well done 👏🏻

30/06/2025

Haigh Parish Council meeting -Agenda

St David’s Parish Rooms, Copperas Lane, Haigh 7th July 7pm