Green Spaces Fund Projects in Wigan | Greater Manchester Environment Trust

Close up photo of autumn leaves on floor

Close up of autumn leaves on floor by Jeremy Thomas

Green Spaces Fund Wigan Projects

The Greater Manchester Green Spaces Fund supports community-led projects that increase the quality and quantity of accessible, nature-rich green space in the city region, particularly in the areas where people need it most.

The following projects based in Wigan all received funding from rounds one and two of the Fund. Click here to find out how to apply for future rounds, and explore the projects below to find out more about the inspiring work being carried out.

Diggle Street Park - The Community Patch CIC

Diggle Street Park - The Community Patch CIC

Improving Diggle Street Park by planting a community orchard, creating new flower beds, a wildflower border, and planting spring bulbs…

Blooming Mosley Common

Blooming Mosley Common

Sprucing up green spaces in and around the village of Mosley Common.

From Coal to Colour: Bringing biodiversity to Wigan's colliery streets through Pemberton Green Spaces

From Coal to Colour

From Coal to Colour: Bringing biodiversity to Wigan's colliery streets through Pemberton Green Spaces.

A patch of rainbow chard with purple stems and green leaves

Wardour Street Community Allotments Entrance and Path

Developing safe access to new community allotments in Wigan.

Close up photo of a hand planting into small plant pots

GROW with the FLOW

The project will focus on wildlife and woodland enhancement and also have a strong commitment to engage with the community.

Volunteers planting at the Leigh Community Garden

Leigh Community Garden

Creating a green space for reflection, relaxation and learning new skills.

Daffodils in bloom in grass.

Wigan Warriors Community Garden

Working to further develop the Community Garden in creating a safe and accessible outdoor space for all generations of life to enjoy.…