The Winstanley Hall development is founded on a clear set of objectives designed to preserve local heritage, strengthen community connections, and deliver a lasting positive impact for the Wigan area. Led by Kingswood Homes, the project aims to restore and repurpose a long-neglected landmark while creating a sustainable, inclusive, and vibrant new community that celebrates both the past and the future.
At the heart of the development lies a commitment to saving a dilapidated piece of English and Lancastrian heritage. Winstanley Hall, a Grade II* listed building dating back to 1573, is in rapid decline after years of neglect. The development’s foremost objective is to rescue and restore the hall and its surrounding buildings, preserving their architectural and historical importance for generations to come. This restoration will protect a vital part of Wigan’s story while breathing new life into a site that has been closed to the public for decades.
The project also seeks to reconnect the community with its heritage. For the first time in history, the public will have access to the hall and parts of its parkland, allowing residents and visitors to explore, learn, and appreciate the significance of this remarkable place.
One of the development’s key goals is to open Winstanley Hall and part of it’s parkland to the community, transforming what was once a private estate into a shared public asset. New pedestrian and cycle links will make the site easily accessible, while the introduction of green corridors will encourage exploration and recreation in a natural, welcoming environment.
A new Heritage Centre will serve as the social and educational heart of the development. Positioned near Pemberton Road, it will provide a space for exhibitions, community events, and local learning. Working closely with schools and educational organisations, the centre will help to link the development with local education, creating opportunities for young people to engage with history, architecture, and the environment.
The Winstanley Hall development will deliver significant employment opportunities, both during construction and in the longer term. The restoration and regeneration work will involve a range of skilled trades and specialist contractors, generating local jobs and supporting the regional economy.
Beyond the building phase, the ongoing operation of the Heritage Centre, community facilities, and landscaped areas will continue to provide employment, helping to sustain economic growth within the area. The new homes will also support local businesses by increasing demand for shops, services, and amenities.
The development will create a variety of new community amenities, providing spaces where residents can come together, relax, and enjoy their surroundings. Features such as the village green, play areas, and community orchard will promote wellbeing and encourage outdoor activity. The parkland setting and accessible routes will make it easy for people of all ages to engage with nature, enhancing both the social and environmental quality of life.
By creating these shared spaces, the project aims to foster a strong sense of community, where people can connect, participate, and take pride in their local area.
Kingswood Homes is committed to creating a permeable, sustainable development that integrates seamlessly into the landscape. The masterplan includes green corridors, pedestrian and cycle routes, and carefully designed biodiversity links, ensuring movement through the site feels natural and inclusive. These routes will encourage active travel, reduce car dependency, and promote healthier lifestyles for residents.
Environmental sustainability underpins every aspect of the project. The layout has been designed to respond positively to its natural context, maintaining key landscape features and incorporating new planting to enhance biodiversity. The result will be a development that not only complements its surroundings but also enriches them.
The core objectives of the Winstanley Hall development are rooted in preservation, regeneration, and community benefit. By saving a historic landmark, improving access, and creating new opportunities, the project will secure Winstanley Hall’s place in the future of Wigan.
This is more than a housing development—it is a heritage-led regeneration project that will protect the past, serve the present, and build for the future. Through Kingswood Homes’ vision and commitment, Winstanley Hall will once again become a place of pride, purpose, and shared community value.