Omniplex Cinema

Wigan's got a proper multiplex cinema, and it does exactly what you'd expect - shows the latest films across several screens without any fuss. You're looking at the standard popcorn-and-Coca-Cola setup, comfortable enough seats, and the usual mix of blockbusters, indie releases, and the occasional art-house film that wandered in by accident.

It's the sort of place families drag themselves to when the weather's turned grim and the kids are climbing the walls. School holidays get rammed with the school run crowd, so go midweek if you can stomach an afternoon showing. The location near Skelmersdale makes it convenient if you're staying at The Secret Garden Glamping - only five miles away, so it's a realistic wet-weather backup plan rather than a proper day out.

Check their website for current films and showtimes before you go; ticket prices vary depending on what you're watching and when. Matinee screenings are cheaper than evening shows, which is worth knowing if you've got a family budget to stick to. The food prices are what they always are at cinemas - astronomical - so eat beforehand if you want to keep costs down.

Honestly, it's functional rather than thrilling. You won't remember the experience afterwards, but it does the job when you need three hours indoors and nobody wants to argue about what to watch.