Site reference: EM1A/25/03
UPRN (Address Point Reference): 10093942999
Site address: Challenge Way, Martland Park, Wigan
Employment Supply Name: Martland Park and Heinz (Plot 3)
Postcode: WN5 0LD
Site size: 1.6 hectares
Site description: A flat vacant previously developed rectangular site approx. 1.6 hectares in size, fronting onto Challenge Way. The land sits adjacent to existing industrial units on Martland Park and is located 1 mile from the M6.
Location: Martland Park is situated close to the M6 and Wigan Town Centre. This is a large employment site located on the periphery of Wigan town centre. The estate is the largest employment area within the Borough extending to 100.39 hectares in total and is in mixed ownership. The employment uses and property types, on the site, are mixed including manufacturing, warehouse and distribution, office use and some trade counter/retail use. The property types range from small starter units right through to large scale warehouse and distribution facilities along with a substantial manufacturing complex currently operated by Heinz.
Access: Site access is served from Challenge Way. The site is conveniently located within 1 mile of the M6 and 3 km of M6 J26. Wigan Town Centre and access to the West Coast Mainline are situated 1 mile away.
Planning position: Permission for motor repair workshop and parking (2018) see here (Expires August 2021)
Development plan status: The land is included within the Primary Employment Area as contained within the Revised UDP (EM1A 25)
Potential uses: The site is suitable for a range of employment uses including general industry, storage/logistics and office space.
Land ownership: Tameside Council
Site marketing: NovaLoca (external link)
Availability: The site is considered to be available
Contact details: For a further discussion on opportunities within Wigan Borough contact The Invest in Wigan team 01942 489190 business@wigan.gov.uk.
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