WE’RE A BOROUGH MADE UP OF STRONG, PROUD TOWNS,
HISTORIC VILLAGES AND A WEALTH OF GREEN AND BLUE SPACES.

In this borough, we like to think we do things differently. Our economic vision is part response and part challenge to that belief.

WE aren’t afraid to challenge ourselves

In everything we do, we need to be our own critic as well as our biggest champion. Are we really stretching ourselves as hard as possible? Is each plan, each action going to make Wigan a really great place to live, work, invest and visit?

In 2030 the relationship between towns and cities has transformed. Wigan is known for leading this change by capitalising on the strengths and differences created by being a well-formed, well-connected borough.

Town pride

We have a clear plan. We are not trying to be a city because we are a town and we have something different to offer, so we don’t apologise
for this difference. We celebrate it. We maximise it.

building our destination status

Our town centres are leisure and cultural destinations. Whether day or night, arts, culture and creativity is embedded in the experience and the mindset of our residents, businesses and visitors.

bringing growth and protection together

We’ve grown, we’ve regenerated but we’ve also developed and protected our green spaces, waterways and heritage.

WE WELCOME AND SUPPORT BUSINESSES OF ALL SHAPES AND SIZES. WE’RE NOT RESTRICTED BY SECTOR OR SCALE. HELPING BUSINESSES RELOCATE, ADAPT, GROW AND UPSKILL IS WHAT WE DO HERE.

Our great connections mean that our residents and businesses enjoy the convenience of being located close to London, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool and Preston.

Pushing our boundaries

But we have pushed the understanding of connectivity, now businesses locate here because of Wigan’s global reach; easy logistics to and from China are just as important as distribution to Birmingham and Manchester.

flexible works

The way business works and how goods are moved has been transformed. Workforces are flexible, remote, automated, office based, local, national and international. Wigan is a place that responds to all of these needs.

connected by road, rail, foot and cycle

Our connectivity and holistic approach to business development and our wide offer of locations has allowed us to respond and continue to adapt to a changing business environment. Roads have been built, but walking, cycling and public transport have been prioritised as a way to move across our borough.

Healthier people, better lives

Better transport means better health, both mentally and physically. In all new transport developments, sustainability is a focus. We no longer create environments defined as in town and out of town but consider movement as a whole.

Strong connections, emotional journeys and putting our borough at the heart of the North: this is our future.

WIGAN TOWN CENTRE IS ABOUT TO ENTER AN EXCITING NEW PHASE, THAT IS FOCUSED ON VIBRANCY, DIVERSITY AND PROSPERITY.

HERE IN WIGAN WE SEE THE POTENTIAL, THE POSSIBILITIES, THE PROMISE OF A DIVERSE AND RESILIENT ECONOMY.

WE KNOW THAT PARTNERSHIP IS KEY TO SUCCESS. WHETHER YOUR BUSINESS IS ALREADY HERE, OR YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO GROW AND INVEST, YOU CAN BE PART OF OUR VISION FOR WIGAN.