
The Turnpike Gallery
@theturnpikegall
We're a free, public arts venue based at the Turnpike Centre, Leigh, managed by Wigan Council. Open Tues - Fri 10-4 Sat 10-2 during exhibitions.
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http://www.theturnpikegallery.org.uk 24-03-2022 15:02:35
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