Leigh's transformed Civic Square opens to the public

Described by Wigan council as a central part of Leigh’s regeneration project, the new-look square has been designed to "create a welcoming and vibrant destination in the heart of the town centre".

Pictures released by Wigan Council show the revamped square, which sits outside Leigh Town Hall and has been created as a flexible community space capable of hosting events, performances and town centre activities throughout the year.

The new square is part of a £32m investment in the town centre (Image: Wigan Council)

Leigh and Atherton MP Jo Platt was among those attending the opening celebrations.

Sharing a video from the event on social media, she said: "So, just at the newly refurbed Civic Square. It's absolutely beautiful.

"There's loads of people down here and there's lots of performances going on. Come and have a look."

New images show Leigh's transformed Civic Square (Image: Wigan Council)

Wigan Council leader Cllr Nazia Rehman also welcomed the completion of the project.

She said: "Proud to have attended the reopening of Leigh's fantastic new Civic Square.

"This is a brilliant investment in our town centre, celebrating Leigh's proud heritage while creating a vibrant space for residents, community groups and events.

Leigh's revamped Civic Square (Image: Wigan Council)

"A huge thank you to everyone who helped shape and deliver this project, this is what can be achieved when our communities, council and partners work together."

The opening event featured a programme of family-friendly entertainment and performances designed to showcase the new square as a focal point for community life in Leigh.

The square redevelopment is part of a long-term £32 million investment programme in the town centre.

Other projects include the refurbishment of Leigh Market and high street shop fronts scheme.

Other town investment over the next 10 years, funded by a Pride In Place award, will be overseen by the independently chaired Leigh Neighbourhood Board.