New station set to arrive at Golborne

Forming part of Transport for Greater Manchester’s (TfGM) plans to enlarge the regional rail network, the first station in Golborne for more than 60 years has been given the green light.

Wigan Council has awarded the construction contract to locally-based Murphy Group. Subject to approval from the government, work is expected to begin in 2026, with the first trains due to arrive in 2027.

Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, said: “This is a significant moment for Greater Manchester, with the approval of the planning application for Golborne station bringing us closer to reconnecting Golborne to the rail network.

“Local residents have campaigned tirelessly for the restoration of rail services to Golborne. This approval is a victory for the community and a step towards realising our shared vision for better connectivity, easing congestion on local roads, reducing carbon emissions and supporting economic growth.”

Leader of Wigan Council, Councillor David Molyneux MBE, said: “Community wealth building, keeping the local pound in our borough, and supporting our local supply chain is a real priority for us and I am delighted that a Golborne-based company has been appointed to deliver the next phase of this exciting project.

“The new station will make a real difference to people’s lives and our wider region and this announcement is another step forward in making it a reality.”