Latest News About Ashton In Makerfield

Here’s the latest I can share based on recent publicly available reports:

• regeneration in Ashton-in-Makerfield: Wigan Council launched a £6.6m regeneration plan focused on Ashton town centre, including shop front improvements, better streets for pedestrians and cyclists, and plans to reopen the historic market square as a public space. The council is gathering resident and visitor feedback as works begin and after completion to assess impact [BBC article notes the makeover and market square revival, with community involvement emphasized].[3]

• shopfronts and visual improvements: several businesses in Ashton-in-Makerfield have already undergone renovations as part of the regeneration program, with more properties expected to complete renovations by early summer 2026. This aligns with the wider aims to boost footfall and local vitality [BBC article, January 7, 2026].[3]

• broader development context: the regeneration package is part of ongoing development activity in the area, with planning discussions and community engagement ongoing to guide the town centre’s future use, including potential market square uses and events to bolster local enterprise and community life [BBC article, January 7, 2026].[3]

• local planning and related news: beyond the regeneration, there are ongoing property and housing development discussions in and around Ashton-in-Makerfield as part of Greater Manchester growth, though specific new projects may be in various stages of planning or acquisition as reported by local outlets [various sources referenced in search results].[2]

If you’d like, I can:

• pull the latest directly from Wigan Council or BBC pages for the very latest timestamped updates.
• summarize resident feedback mechanisms and how you can participate.
• provide a quick map of the regeneration areas (market square, Garswood Street, Gerard Street) and what’s planned there.

Would you like me to fetch the most current official statements or compile a brief bullet-point update tailored to residents in Dallas planning a visit? I can also set up a quick alert for future developments.