Historic pubs · North West England
The Whitesmiths Arms
In or near Haigh.
The Whitesmiths Arms in England North West, United Kingdom.

Richard Cooke — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Wigan Wallgate · 0.6 km
About
The Whitesmiths Arms is a historic pub in England North West, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Place summary
The Whitesmiths Arms is a pub located in Wigan, North-West England. Situated in an unparished area, it serves as a local watering hole for residents and visitors alike. Expect a traditional pub atmosphere, offering a selection of drinks and a casual dining experience. The establishment reflects the typical characteristics of regional pubs in the area.
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- Coordinates
- 53.5495, -2.6294
- District
- Wigan
- Parish
- Wigan, unparished area
- Postcode
- WN1 1XA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wigan
- Phone
- 01942231919
- Nearest railway station
- Wigan Wallgate — 0.6 km
- Official site
- ovg.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26664349 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Whitesmiths Arms (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- fsq: 4dc4baff488d4153d9c5947e (Apache-2.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Whitesmiths Arms?
- The Whitesmiths Arms is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode WN1 1XA), in the parish of Wigan, unparished area.
- What is The Whitesmiths Arms?
- The Whitesmiths Arms in England North West, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Whitesmiths Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Wigan Wallgate, about 0.6 km away. The nearest town is Haigh. Drivers can use postcode WN1 1XA.
- How do I get to The Whitesmiths Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Wigan Wallgate, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WN1 1XA.