Work starts on Wigan town centre masterplan

Galliford Try’s Building North West division has signed a contract to begin the first construction phase of the Wigan Galleries shopping centre redevelopment.

The company’s initial programme will include basement enabling works and the construction of a new £39.4 million market hall.

The contract forms part of a £135 million masterplan, delivered in partnership with Cityheart, which will create a retail, leisure, commercial, and residential hub in Wigan town centre.

Later phases are set to include a six-screen cinema, a music and e-sports venue, a 10-lane bowling alley, an indoor mini-golf centre, food and drink outlets, a hotel, 464 new homes, and a landscaped public square.

Galliford Try Building North West Managing Director Darren Parker, said: “We are delighted to progress to the next phase of this landmark regeneration project. The redevelopment of Wigan Galleries will breathe new life into the town centre, creating a vibrant destination that will benefit residents, businesses, and visitors alike.”