The Raven
5 Wallgate, Wigan, WN1 1LD
The Raven is one of Wigan's most iconic pubs. A Grade II listed Edwardian gem built in 1904, this is a real pub in the truest sense — real coal fires, real cask ales and a warm welcome for everyone who walks through the door. Sitting in the heart of Wigan town centre on Wallgate, The Raven has been beautifully restored by OV-Group, retaining its original Edwardian tiles, stained glass, wood panelling and character while breathing new life into a venue that's been a Wigan institution for over 120 years.
Cask Ales & Drinks
The Raven serves a rotating selection of four real cask ales from breweries across the UK, alongside premium ciders, fine wines and a full spirits range. The bar has earned a reputation as one of Wigan's best pubs for real ale, attracting locals and CAMRA members alike.
Whether you're a cask ale enthusiast or just looking for a well-kept pint in a proper pub, The Raven delivers. The bar is value-led — great products at great prices, exactly how a town centre local should be.
Real Coal Fires & Heritage Interior
There's nothing quite like a real coal fire in a proper pub — and The Raven is one of the few places left in Wigan where you can still enjoy one. The original Edwardian tiled fireplaces and cast-iron surrounds have been carefully preserved, and in the colder months the fires are a magnet for locals looking for a warm, authentic pub experience.
The interior retains its original glazed green Art Nouveau wall tiling, stained glass windows, mahogany panelled bar and Jacobean-style staircase. Built in 1904 in Edwardian Baroque style, The Raven is a listed building and a genuine piece of Wigan's architectural heritage.
Live Music & Entertainment
Live music has always been part of the atmosphere at The Raven. Every Sunday you'll find live acoustic sessions, and there's a monthly comedy night that's become a firm favourite with regulars. Weekend entertainment, karaoke nights and quiz nights round out a packed calendar.
The Raven also shows live sport on TNT Sports and Sky Sports, with coverage of Premier League football, horse racing and major sporting events on screens throughout the venue.
A Wigan Town Centre Institution
The Raven has been at the heart of Wigan town centre for over 120 years. Located on Wallgate, just moments from both Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western stations, it's the first pub many people visit when they arrive in town — and the last one they want to leave.
Under OV-Group, The Raven has been carefully restored to honour its heritage while breathing new life into a venue that Wigan can be truly proud of. This is a pub with soul — and it always will be.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Raven?
5 Wallgate, Wigan, WN1 1LD — right in Wigan town centre, just moments from both Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western railway stations.
Do you serve real ale?
Yes — The Raven serves four rotating real cask ales from breweries across the UK, alongside premium ciders, wines and a full spirits range. It's one of Wigan's best pubs for real ale.
Do you have real fires?
Yes — The Raven has original Edwardian cast-iron fireplaces with real coal fires, especially during the colder months. It's one of the few pubs in Wigan where you can still enjoy a real fire.
Do you show live sport?
Yes — The Raven shows live sport on TNT Sports and Sky Sports, including Premier League football, horse racing and major sporting events.
Is there live entertainment?
Yes — live acoustic sessions every Sunday, a monthly comedy night, weekend entertainment, karaoke nights and quiz nights.
Is The Raven a listed building?
Yes — The Raven is Grade II listed, built in 1904 in Edwardian Baroque style. The interior features original Art Nouveau tiling, stained glass, a mahogany panelled bar and a Jacobean-style staircase.
What are the opening hours?
Monday to Thursday and Sunday 11am–11pm. Friday and Saturday 11am–1am. Click the Opening Hours tab on this page for full details.
Traditional Pub in Wigan Town Centre
The Raven is one of Wigan town centre's most celebrated traditional pubs, located on Wallgate just moments from Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western stations. Whether you're a local looking for your regular or a visitor discovering Wigan's pub scene for the first time, The Raven offers an authentic, no-frills pub experience with real cask ales, real coal fires and a warm welcome. The pub has been beautifully restored by OV-Group, preserving its Grade II listed Edwardian interior while modernising the operation behind the bar.
Real Ale Pub in Wigan
The Raven is widely regarded as one of the best real ale pubs in Wigan, serving four rotating cask ales from breweries across the UK. The pub has featured in CAMRA listings and attracts ale enthusiasts from across the North West. If you're looking for a proper pint of cask-conditioned real ale in a Grade II listed Edwardian setting, The Raven is the pub you're looking for.
Grade II Listed Edwardian Pub — Built 1904
Built in 1904 in Edwardian Baroque style by architects Heaton, Ralph and Heaton for Walkers of Warrington, The Raven is a genuine architectural gem. The interior features original glazed Art Nouveau wall tiling, a mahogany panelled bar, stained glass, Edwardian etched door panels, cast-iron fireplaces and a Jacobean-style open staircase. It is listed on CAMRA's National Inventory of Historic Pub Interiors and remains one of the finest examples of an Edwardian pub in the North West.