New Build Homes for Sale in Ashton‑in‑Makerfield

Shopping & Leisure

Everything you need is close to Ash Tree Fold, from supermarkets and high‑street shops to parks, sports facilities and family activities.

Shopping Centres & Supermarkets

A short distance from your new home in Ashton‑in‑Makerfield, you can find plenty of shops for both everyday needs and more.

There are many small shops, cafés, banks and local services in Ashton centre, as well as supermarkets such as Tesco Extra, ALDI, Lidl and Sainsbury’s a short distance away.

At nearby Haydock Retail Park, you will find major stores, homeware and fashion, while 10 minutes away in the centre of Wigan, there are high street stores and restaurants.

Sports & Leisure Facilities

The area offers excellent leisure and fitness options for families who want to exercise or spend time relaxing. Aside from Haydock Park Racecourse, which is one of the country’s premier venues for horse racing, and the Three Sisters Recreation Area which includes walking routes and a motorsports circuit, there are several private gyms and Ashton Leisure Centre available.

Slightly further afield, you can enjoy the play areas, events and landscaped gardens at the famous Mesnes Park in Wigan or try a round of golf at Gathurst and Wigan Golf Clubs.

Entertainment & Family Activities

Whatever your family want to do to unwind, there are plenty of options within easy reach of your new home. Choose from a variety of restaurants, pubs and family‑friendly venues throughout Ashton and nearby Haydock, as well as a choice of cinemas, theatres and museums in Wigan and St Helens. Your new home also provides easy access to several outdoor attractions for sunny days including Billinge Hill, Carr Mill Dam and other outdoor attractions

Schools & Education

Ashton‑in‑Makerfield is known for its strong choice of Good and Outstanding schools, making it ideal for families.

Pre‑School & Nurseries

For families with young children there are plenty of local pre-school units and dedicated nurseries available within a short distance of Ash Tree Fold including:

• Over the Rainbow Day Nursery
• Hilton Street Childcare
• First Steps At Cansfield

Primary Schools Near Ash Tree Fold

The area around Ashton-in-Makerfield offers a wide selection of quality primary schools, including feeders for highly regarded secondary schools:

• St Thomas’ CE Primary School
• Nicol Mere School (rated Outstanding in their most recent inspection)
• St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
• Willow Grove Primary School (SEND education)

Secondary Schools Near Your New Home

Parents of older children have several high-quality options locally:

• Byrchall High School
• Cansfield High School
• St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School
• Hawkley Hall High School (Wigan)

Colleges & Further Education

For families with older children looking for further education options, there are several choices nearby including:

• Wigan & Leigh College (for A‑Levels, vocational courses and apprenticeships)
• St Helens College (a short distance away with excellent bus services)

For students keen to continue their education, there are universities in Preston, Bolton, Manchester and Liverpool within commuting distance of your new home.