New multi-million pound Wigan bus station takes shape

Wigan's new multi-million bus station is gradually taking shape as these new pictures show.
By The Newsroom
Published 28th May 2018, 09:14 BST
Updated 28th May 2018, 10:16 BST
The new bus stationThe new bus station
The new bus station

Workmen are building a new, modern facility which will offer an attractive gateway to the town centre and a simpler and safer travel experience.

Other news: Call for Wigan estate clean-up before massive revampIt will also support the town’s economic growth by helping people get to everything Wigan has to offer, from jobs, shops and markets to restaurants and bars.

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Work started last July and it is expected that the new station will be in use by the end of this year.

The £15.7 million project includes:

A covered concourse and seated waiting area;

Ticket and information outlet and shop;

Clear and concise electronic passenger displays;

High-quality, fully accessible toilets, baby-changing and a Changing Places facility;

Better passenger security, including CCTV;

Secure, covered cycle parking;

Direct pedestrian links to the town centre;

Environmental improvements, including solar panels and LED lighting.

The £15.7m funding for the Wigan bus station development is being supported by central Government through the Greater Manchester Local Growth Deal programme.

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