New homes in Wigan

Live the life

Located in Greater Manchester just a short commute from Manchester city centre, Wigan is a bustling town with excellent transport links and lots to see and do in the local area. Whether you’re exploring country parks, visiting museums or taking the kids to the farm, there’s something for the whole family close to your new home in Wigan.

Things to see and do

Wigan is home to a number of parks including the beautiful Mesnes Park, while Haigh Country Park, Moss Bank Park and Worden Park are all just a short drive away. Trencherfield Mill and the Museum of Wigan Life are both located in the town, while you can enjoy some retail therapy at The Marketgate Shopping Centre and Grand Arcade.

If you want to go for a hike in the great outdoors, you can take a day trip to the Peak District National Park or visit the coast at Ribble Estuary National Nature Reserve. Hindley Hall Golf Club and Haigh Golf Complex are both nearby, if you want to practice your golf swing.

Sports fans can watch Wigan Athletic and the Wigan Warriors play their home matches at the DW Stadium, while Wigan Roller Rink is a great place to take the kids. Other family-friendly attractions nearby include Knowsley Safari Park, Smithills Open Farm and Gulliver’s World.

Education

For families moving to the area, it’s good to know there are a number of excellent schools nearby. Hawkley Hall High School and Oakfield High School and College are both rated ‘outstanding’, while the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, the University of Salford and the University of Liverpool are all within easy reach.

Getting to Wigan

Wigan is well-connected by both road and rail, ideal if you’re commuting for work or travelling to see friends and family nearby. The M6 is only a short drive away, while the local station has regular services to Manchester, London and more.

The town is conveniently located just 10 minutes from Warrington by train or 25 minutes by car. From Manchester, the journey to Wigan takes 30 minutes by train or 40 minutes by car. The drive or train ride from Liverpool takes 40 minutes. If you’re travelling from London, the train from Euston to Wigan North Western takes just two hours five minutes.

When you want to go on holiday, Manchester Airport is only a 35 minute drive away, so your adventure will get off to a quick and easy start.