With links to its historical past some may know the town as a coal mining district. Many of the renowned rows of terraces you find there were built in the 1800’s specifically for the mining workers whom made a significant impact on the industry for Britain along with cotton mills, potteries and the production and manufacture of hinges, locks and files which adds to the busy, industrial feel of the town.

Ashton-in-Makerfield is sectioned into particular sub regions know as Bryn, Garswood of which both feature train stations also Stubshaw Cross and Downall Green. Towards the west side of the town there is access to St.Helens in Merseyside and the town has useful access to both Liverpool and Greater Manchester via the East Lancashire Road which is perfect for commuters and lifestyle.

Ashton-in-Makerfield is proud to offer a market in the heart of the town centre on not only hustling Saturdays but also Tuesdays. You can find many traditional stalls such as fish-mongers, florist, cakes & patisseries alongside popular high street shops featured in the Gerard Centre which work in commendation with the local independent retailers.

Ashton-in-Makerfield currently has three secondary schools: Cansfield High School; Byrchall High School and St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School all withholding good reports. Families seeking sporting activities can get involved in Ashton’s local semi-pro football clubs which are Ashton Athletic F.C. and Ashton Town A.F.C. and also neighbouring United F.C. in Garswood.