County Court · North West
Wigan County Court and Family Court
Darlington Street, Wigan, WN1 1DW
Hearing lists
No list is currently published for this court. Lists are not published on weekends and holidays.
First names are masked: defendants appear as ******, or ****** SURNAME where the list gives one. Lists can change at short notice, so check the official list before you travel.
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Map and getting there
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Aim to arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing to allow for security checks.
Check you have the right building
Other courts close by, so you can be sure which one is on your paperwork:
- Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' 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, there are two parking spaces available for blue badge holders directly outside the building; please contact the court in advance for allocation. There are various public pay and display car parks in the vicinity of the court.
- Disabled access
This court has disabled access and toilet facilities. Parking can be arranged by contacting the court in advance on 0300 123 5577.
- 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
This court has hearing enhancement faciities.
- 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 floors.
- Public toilets
Public toilets are available on the first and second floor.
- Disabled toilet
Accessible toilet is available on the ground floor.
- Refreshments
There are two vending machines located on the first floor offering a range of hot and cold drinks, crisps and confectionary. There is also a water dispenser providing fresh drinking water which is available on the first floor.
- Interview room
Six interview rooms are available at this court.
- Waiting Room
This building has a public waiting area outside each court hearing room.
- Baby changing facility
Baby changing facilities are available.
- Wireless network connection
Wi-Fi is available in all areas of the building. Text 'GO' to 07537 417 417 to get connected.
This location handles
- Bankruptcy
- Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner
- Divorce hearings
- Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPOs)
- Domestic abuse
- Housing
- Money claims
- Benefits
Scammers sometimes imitate court phone numbers: never pay anyone who contacts you unexpectedly.
What this court deals with
Wigan County Court and Family Court is classed as: County Court.
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For journalists and observers
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find the hearing list for Wigan County Court and Family 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 County Court and Family 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.
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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