In a highly-anticipated announcement, Richard Ashcroft is set to grace his hometown stage at Robin Park, Wigan, on Saturday, July 20th. Tickets for this momentous event will be available starting Friday, December 1st, at 9 am through www.gigsandtours.com and www.ticketmaster.co.uk. This marks a historic return for Richard, marking the first time he’ll perform in Wigan in over 25 years.
“After 25 years, I’m back playing in my hometown,” expresses Richard. “Looking forward to an amazing night in Wigan.”
Renowned as a two-time Ivor Novello winner, Richard Ashcroft’s illustrious career includes five Top 5 solo albums, featuring the chart-topping debut ‘Alone With Everybody.’ His journey began with The Verve, releasing iconic albums like ‘Urban Hymns,’ a cornerstone of the era and the UK’s 18th biggest selling album of all time. Classics such as ‘The Drugs Don’t Work,’ ‘Bittersweet Symphony,’ ‘Lucky Man,’ and ‘Sonnet’ continue to captivate audiences during his live performances. His latest album, ‘Acoustic Hymns,’ reached No.2 on the UK Album Chart in 2022.
Robin Park, the venue for this monumental event, stands as Wigan Warriors’ state-of-the-art facility, developed in collaboration with Wigan Council. Situated adjacent to The DW Stadium, Robin Park offers easy accessibility, being just a 20-minute walk from Wigan town centre and Wigan North Western train station.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of Richard Ashcroft’s historic homecoming. Secure your tickets for a night of unforgettable music and memories.
