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Leigh’s new town centre a hit!

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Hundreds of people enjoyed a family fun day in Leigh town centre to celebrate its new look.

The event, on Saturday 24th February, marked the official opening of the regeneration of Bradshawgate and Albion Street with new paving, seating and trees giving the centre a modern and attractive feel.

For the first time the new outdoor market was out in full force with smart new gazebos stretching along Bradshawgate.

The £1m investment by Wigan Council is part of £5m ‘Believe In Leigh’ fund which the council is investing in Leigh.

Entertainment delighted families with stilt walkers, jugglers, face painters and balloon modelling!

There was also the Wish FM street team, live music, a town crier and freebies given away on the day.

Leigh Market traders have backed the regeneration scheme which has breathed new life into the outdoor market.

Glenn Furnival, Leigh Market Traders’ representative, said: “The family fun day was a huge success and provided a really great atmosphere for the official opening of the new look outdoor market.”

Lord Peter Smith, Leader of Wigan Council, said: ““It was great to see the regeneration of Leigh town centre officially opened and being used by shoppers.

“Businesses and shoppers can now benefit from a much-improved environment which has enhanced the attractiveness of the town centre as a destination for shopping and leisure.

“I hope the regeneration work the council has funded will support local businesses and encourage more people to shop local.”

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