About / Made In Wigan

Made in Wigan. Made for Everyone.

Wigan has always been a town of Occupiers — from clock makers and metalworkers to musicians, athletes and artists. Fettlers celebrates that spirit. We’re shining a light on the people, stories and businesses that keep Wigan moving, creating and surprising the world.

The word fettle means to fix, to shape, to make something better.

That’s the heart of Wigan — practical, resourceful and always with a sense of humour.

Here at Fettlers, we’re not just building new spaces. We’re creating a place that reflects Wigan’s character: warm, friendly, proud of its past and ambitious for the future.

People make Wigan

  • The Cheese Cabin, Wigan Market
  • Jess, Oh So Specials
  • Matty Peet, Wigan Warriors
  • Tom Walsh MBE, Historian
  • Lee, Fruit & Veg

Neighbourhood

How Fettlers slot around other developments and communities around Wigan

Wigan is more than buildings, it’s stories.

  • Wigan Market at Fettlers to Open in Spring 2027

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  • Feature of Wigan’s original Market Hall takes pride of place at Fettlers

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  • Local primary school pupils bring creativity to the Town Centre

    Local primary school pupils bring creativity to the Town Centre. At Fettlers, it’s not just about what we’re building – it’s about who we’re building it for. Read More

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  • Fettlers transformation reaches major milestone as Hampton by Hilton takes shape

    Council leaders visit Fettlers as Cityheart regeneration gathers pace in the heart of Wigan. Read More

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