Are you looking for a new home in Shevington? Discover more about this charming village, then see our selection of new build homes in Shevington.
Lying at the north west edge of Greater Manchester, Shevington is a peaceful yet thriving village with plenty of green spaces, great amenities, good schools, and excellent transport links throughout the region. Shevington offers the quality of life that village living provides, yet with easy access to Wigan, Bolton, Manchester and Liverpool.
The village has three great primary schools and a secondary, with other secondary schools and a sixth form college within 3 miles
Shevington is a Greater Mancunian village with character, a thriving local community, and modern amenities
Enjoy easy access to the surrounding local countryside and outdoor attractions like Haigh Woodland Park and The West Pennine Moors
Benefit from great transport links and a close proximity to Wigan, Bolton, Manchester, and Liverpool
The village is ideally placed to enjoy the best of nearby cities, Manchester and Preston
WHY SHEVINGTON IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE
A semi-rural village just outside Wigan with a population of around 10,000 residents, Shevington is a cosy, calm place to live but one with its own distinct character and bustling local community. The village has a mix of national and local shops, some great pubs like The Plough and Harrow, its own GP surgery, and a community centre. Shevington holds numerous events throughout the year, including the annual Shevington Fete.
Shevington has three local primary schools – Millbrook Primary School, St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, and Shevington Vale Primary School – all of which are rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted. The village has one secondary school, Shevington High School, which is also rated as ‘Good’. There are four other secondary schools in the local area, three of which are rated ‘Good’, whilst nearby St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College is rated as ‘Excellent’.
A home in Shevington grants excellent access to green spaces and the outdoors. The village is surrounded by Lancashire countryside, whilst Shevington Park is well-maintained and popular. Haigh Woodland Park is close and has playgrounds, walking trails, a miniature railway, and various activities on offer. The West Pennine Moors are a short drive away, offering hiking, history, and some spectacular views.
Located in Greater Manchester, a home in Shevington provides great access to the surrounding region. Wigan and Bolton are a short drive away, whilst Manchester and Liverpool are just over an hour away. The local train line runs directly into Wigan, with changes for Liverpool and Manchester, and further afield.
If you’re thinking about making the move to Greater Manchester, take a look at our selection of new builds in Shevington. You may soon be calling Shevington home.
MAKING YOUR HOME IN SHEVINGTON
With the M4 motorway passing within the boundaries of Shevington itself, residents have great motorway access. This puts Preston and Warrington in easy reach, as well as connections to the M62 for Liverpool and Manchester. Shevington is served by two train stations – Gathurst and nearby Appley Bridge. Wigan North Western Station is one or two stops away, offering connections to Manchester, and Liverpool, and more. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool John Lennon Airport are around a 45 minute drive away, opening up both national and international flights.
If Shevington is a village you’d love to call home, then see our range of new developments and new homes for sale in and around Shevington.
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| Manchester | Fylde |
| Preston | Standish |
| Poulton-le-Fylde | Lancashire |
| Ribble Valley | Blackburn |
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