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Mushroom picking in Wigan

Wigan lies at about 32 m. Forest is scarce here: 13 % within 10 km, mostly alder and beech. Conditions were best most often for Shaggy Ink Cap, Parasol Mushroom and King Trumpet Mushroom in 2026. Today Red-cracking Bolete leads with 14 %.

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Hindley12 % forest · Shaggy Ink CapAshton in Makerfield12 % forest · Shaggy Ink CapGolborne12 % forest · Shaggy Ink CapWesthoughton12 % forest · Shaggy Ink CapHaydock11 % forest · Shaggy Ink CapHorwich12 % forest · Shaggy Ink CapLeigh11 % forest · Shaggy Ink CapSkelmersdale14 % forest · Shaggy Ink Cap
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Which mushrooms grow in Wigan?

In the 2026 season our forecast showed the most good days in Wigan for Shaggy Ink Cap, Parasol Mushroom, King Trumpet Mushroom.

How much forest is there in Wigan?

Within 10 km of Wigan about 13 % of the land is forest.

When is mushroom season in Wigan?

The main season is usually August to October; rain and warmth decide when it starts. The growth chance above shows today, the mushroom forecast the next 10 days.