Magistrates' Court · North West
Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court
Darlington Street, Wigan, WN1 1DW
Hearing lists
Tomorrow’s hearings Fri 16 Oct
Magistrates Public Adult Court List - Future
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- 2 courtrooms
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- Last 13:30
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Hearings on Thu 22 Oct Thu 22 Oct
Magistrates Public Adult Court List - Future
Updated by HMCTS (opens in a new tab): . We last checked: .
- 2 hearings
- 1 courtroom
- First 09:30
- Last 13:30
- UK time
Courtroom 6 2 hearings
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Check you have the right building
Other courts close by, so you can be sure which one is on your paperwork:
- Wigan County Court and Family Court – Darlington Street, Wigan, WN1 1DW (next door)
Before you go
- Bring your court paperwork and photo ID.
- Expect airport-style security. Leave sharp or prohibited items at home.
- If you will be late or cannot attend, contact the court and your solicitor as soon as possible.
- Mobile phones must usually be silent, and recording is not allowed.
Venue details
Opening times
Contact
Telephone
Building facilities
- No parking
There are no parking facilities at this building, however two parking spaces are available for blue badge holders (by prior appointment).
- Disabled access
The building has level access to the building entrance, lifts to all floors and level access into the courtrooms.
- Hidden disabilities
This site supports the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme. Lanyards relating to the scheme are available upon request at the court.
- Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network
Lanyards available on request.
- Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome.
- Hearing Loop
The building has hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court office by telephone or email if necessary.
- Security arch
For safety and security, all users and their possessions will be searched by security when they enter this building. We have a security arch. Please alert the security officer if you have a pacemaker.
- Lift
Lifts are available in this building to access the first and second floor. The width of the lift is 78cm.
- Public toilets
Public toilets are available on the first and second floor.
- Disabled toilet
An accessible toilet is located next to the security entrance.
- Refreshments
Vending machines are located on the first floor. Fresh drinking water is available on the first and second floor.
- Interview room
A private interview room is available. Please speak to a court usher or security for access.
- Waiting Room
Public waiting areas are located on the first and second floor. Please ask security about separate witness waiting areas.
- Baby changing facility
Baby changing facilities are available on the ground floor, located near the security entrance.
- Prayer / Quiet room
A multi-faith / quiet room is available.
- Video facilities
Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement).
- Wireless network connection
Wi-Fi is available in all areas of the building.
- Witness service
This location handles
- Crime
- Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPOs)
- Single justice procedure
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What this court deals with
Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court is classed as: Magistrates' Court.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find the hearing list for Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court?
Official lists are published by HMCTS. Use the "View the official list" button on this page to go straight to the list page for Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court.
Can I watch a hearing?
Most hearings in criminal and civil courts are open to the public, but some are private or restricted. Expect security screening on entry.
What should I do if I will be late or cannot attend?
Contact the court named on your paperwork and your solicitor (if you have one) as early as you can. Do not simply stay away.
Why can’t I find my case on the list?
See our guide on why a case may not be listed. Lists are published at different times and some hearings are never published.
What cases does a magistrates’ court hear?
Magistrates’ courts deal with the less serious criminal cases, and send more serious cases to the Crown Court for trial or sentence.
Sources and updates
- Hearing lists: official list page for this court on the HMCTS Court and Tribunal Hearings service. Each list shows when HMCTS updated it and when we last checked. How we get our lists.
- Venue details: official Find a court or tribunal page (dataset checked 2026-10-04), live details last checked 13 Oct 2026.
- Court information is based on HM Courts & Tribunals Service data. Used under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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