Makinson Arcade

03/09/2026

Post-summer reset, anyone? ✨

From wholesome snacks and dried fruits to vitamins and supplements, Nuts About Health in Makinson Arcade is packed with products to help you recharge and refocus. 🌿💪

Make your wellbeing a priority this autumn and support a fantastic local business while you're at it.

02/09/2026

If you haven't tried the beef rolls from Betelgeuse in Makinson Arcade yet... what are you waiting for? 👀🥩

Tender, flavour-packed and seriously satisfying, it's easy to see why they're so popular.

01/09/2026

🕸️ September 1st: The official start of spooky season. We don’t make the rules.

01/09/2026

Business Spotlight: Niamh & Ruby's ✨

For years, Niamh & Ruby's has been a much-loved part of Makinson Arcade, welcoming customers with friendly service and helping make the arcade the special place it is today.

Whether you're a long-time customer or haven't visited in a while, now is the perfect time to pop in, browse what's on offer and support this fantastic local business.

28/08/2026

Just a reminder that Makinson Arcade is still open for business. 🛍️

While the walkway from Market Street remains closed, our independent shops are open as usual and ready to welcome you.

Whether you're looking for sweet treats, toys, pre-loved treasures, clothing, or somewhere to grab food and a drink, there's plenty to discover inside the arcade.

Every visit helps support our local businesses, so if you're in town, why not stop by and see what's on offer? We look forward to welcoming you soon. ❤️

27/08/2026

Make in Makinson: Clay Monsters! 👾🎨

Get creative and bring your very own clay monster to life at our latest Make in Makinson session tomorrow.

Join us for a fun-filled day of free crafting, where you can mould, design and decorate your own monstrous creation to take home.

📍 Makinson Arcade
⏰ 11am to 3pm
💷 Free drop-in activity

26/08/2026

✨ We’ve had an amazing few weeks of free crafts at Make it in Makinson!

This Friday, we’re making clay monsters 👾🎨

📍 Makinson Arcade ⏰ 11am to 3pm 💚 Free to attend

Who’s joining us? 👀

26/08/2026

21/08/2026

Our Fun Fridays are back with Emma! Come down to Makinson Arcade for free crafts till 3pm!

19/08/2026

Tucked away in Makinson Arcade, Fabled Fern Tattoo Studio is a cosy and welcoming space run by local tattoo artist Gemma.

Thoughtfully designed and full of character, the studio offers a comfortable setting where Gemma creates custom tattoos and works closely with clients to bring their ideas to life.

Next time you’re in the Arcade, take a look at one of the fantastic independent businesses helping to make the space so unique.

📍 Makinson Arcade, Wigan ❤️