Wigan Borough Icons

Life-size neon artworks inspired by heroes of Wigan - designed by children of the Wigan borough especially for Light Night Wigan! 

Chosen by a panel of Things That Go On Things, Antonio Capelao, Blackpool Illuminations and CBBC’s Hacker T Dog.  Inspired by Soho Kids Xmas Lights and the Newburgh Christmas Lights.

2025

Grandma the Librarian by Arabella (5)

Angela the School Cook by Hallie (7)

Richard Ashcroft by Isla (5)

2024

Lollipop Lady by Valdi (5)

Keely Hodgkinson by Ruby (10)

George Hughes by Jessica (9)

2023

Crusty the Pie, Darcie aged 5

Ella Toone, Beatrix aged 7

Andy Farrell, Arlo aged 10