Business Details
Your Trusted Community Hub in Leigh
Established to uplift the Higher Folds Estate and surrounding areas, our community centre and nursery provide essential services and activities tailored to residents' needs. We offer affordable grocery provisions, pre-school education, adult learning programs, and social initiatives designed to foster inclusivity and sustainability. Our team collaborates with local partners like Fareshare GM to redistribute surplus food, ensuring no resource goes to waste while supporting vulnerable households.With funding from the National Lottery and other benefactors, we deliver high-quality nursery care, digital skills training, and community events that strengthen social bonds. Our environmentally conscious approach prioritises sustainability, from food redistribution to energy-efficient practices, reflecting our commitment to responsible community stewardship.
Services
Grocery Provisions
Nursery Care
Tiny Tots Sessions
Adult Learning
Room Hire
Highlights and features
- We provide essential services tailored to the Higher Folds Estate's unique needs.
- Our team collaborates with Fareshare GM to redistribute surplus food sustainably.
- National Lottery funding ensures high-quality nursery and community programs.
- We offer free Tiny Tots sessions for early childhood social development.
- Our adult learning initiatives improve digital skills and employment opportunities.
Services
Grocery Provisions
Our community grocery redistributes surplus food from supermarkets to local residents, offering affordable bread, tinned goods, fresh produce, and household items. We combat food waste while supporting households in need through sustainable practices. Volunteers and staff ensure accessible provisions for all, regardless of financial circumstances.
Nursery Care
Our Ofsted-registered nursery provides full and half-day care for children aged 2-5, with qualified staff fostering individual growth through structured play and learning activities. Parents benefit from flexible pricing options and a safe environment equipped with modern facilities and outdoor spaces.
Tiny Tots Sessions
Free weekly sessions for 0-2-year-olds and caregivers focus on social development through age-appropriate play. Parents gain parenting skills while children build foundational social abilities, preparing them for nursery environments in a welcoming, community-driven setting.
Adult Learning
Wigan Council-led workshops enhance digital literacy, covering internet navigation, email, and social media use. These sessions improve employment prospects while fostering social connections among residents through practical, accessible technology training.
Room Hire
Our versatile room accommodates up to 40 people with presentation equipment, internet access, and refreshments. Available at 20/hour (discounts for charities), it serves as an ideal venue for meetings, workshops, and local group activities in Leigh.
Questions
What services does Higher Folds offer?
We provide grocery provisions, nursery care, Tiny Tots sessions, adult learning workshops, and community room hire.
Are nursery fees subsidised?
Our nursery operates at competitive rates with full and half-day options, though no specific subsidies are mentioned.
How can I access grocery services?
Visit our centre during opening hours (Mon-Sat 13:00-17:00) - no membership required.
Is the food safe to consume?
Yes, though some items may be near use-by dates requiring immediate consumption or freezing.
How is the centre funded?
We receive National Lottery funding, charity donations, and generate income through room hire.
Do you accept volunteers?
Yes, we welcome volunteers to support grocery operations and community initiatives.
Reviews (5)
Lee Whalley
Mar 20, 2021
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Amazing Community Centre with pleasant friendly staff. Food shop is very reasonable and Nursery is second to non!
Maikai Nakai
Jan 24, 2020
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The staff are friendly and it is a safe environment for kids. It has a wheelchair ramp which is very helpful.
Louise Calderbank
Jan 18, 2020
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Went to a party there the other week nice place the room was a bit small so if your having a lot of people there it wouldn't be good but everywere were clean and nice.
Kelly Owens
Aug 07, 2018
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Friendly and welcoming staff. So many activities to get involved with and the facilities are amazing.
Phil Higham
Dec 23, 2017
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One of the best places on the planet. it's on everyone's bucket list to see!! Skip Madrid skip Hong Kong skip even Leigh! Some of the best sights on the planet.
