Ashton in Makerfield Travel Guide

Wigan

Reservoir at the Three Sisters Recreation Area. Formerly the Old Colliery Site
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Reservoir at the Three Sisters Recreation Area. Formerly the Old Colliery Site
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Ashton Heath Ashton Heath is a 7.9 hectare area of common land in Ashton-in-Makerfield which has a noted history in the town going back to the seventeenth century.
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Crompton's Pond Off Old Hall Drive
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Jubilee Park
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Popular places to visit

The local racecourse, Class day out!!

Haydock Park Racecourse

You can take time to visit Haydock Park Racecourse during your travels to Wigan. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Haydock Park Racecourse

Three Sisters Racing Circuit

You can take time to visit Three Sisters Racing Circuit during your travels to Wigan. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Three Sisters Racing Circuit

Robin Park Arena

Catch an event at Robin Park Arena during your trip to Wigan. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Robin Park Arena

Haydock Racecourse

You can take time to visit Haydock Racecourse during your travels to Wigan. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Haydock Racecourse

Wigan Pier

You can find out about the history of Wigan with a visit to Wigan Pier. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Wigan Pier

DW Stadium

Catch an event at DW Stadium during your trip to Wigan. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

DW Stadium

Things to do

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium

฿837
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
RHS Garden Bridgewater

RHS Garden Bridgewater

฿556
per adult
RHS Garden Bridgewater
Manchester: iFLY Indoor Skydiving Ticket

Manchester: iFLY Indoor Skydiving Ticket

฿3,360
per adult
Manchester: iFLY Indoor Skydiving Ticket
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Top hotels in Ashton in Makerfield

TRIBE Manchester Airport

TRIBE Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
The price is ฿2,998 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿2,998
฿3,598 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and Quarry ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,622 reviews)
Staff were helpful. Had a check in after 11pm which I was a little worried about but it was really easy.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

TRIBE Manchester Airport
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Outwood Lane Manchester England
The price is ฿3,252 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
฿3,252
฿3,903 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,248 reviews)
Close to Airport

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Titanic Hotel Liverpool

Titanic Hotel Liverpool

4 out of 5
Stanley Dock, Regent Road Liverpool England
The price is ฿3,516 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿3,516
฿4,321 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,088 reviews)
Yes room was spotless and staff where very friendly

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Treehouse Hotel Manchester

Treehouse Hotel Manchester

4 out of 5
Blackfriars Street Manchester England
The price is ฿6,788 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿6,788
฿8,196 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Old Trafford and Trafford ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (608 reviews)
Great room and great service from all the staff throughout our stay, would definitely go back on our next trip to Manchester.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ringway Road Manchester England
The price is ฿2,963 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿2,963
฿3,556 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,212 reviews)
Staff were very good. Room was clean.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG
Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

5 out of 5
Oxford Street Manchester England
The price is ฿3,386 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,386
฿4,114 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,271 reviews)
A step back to glorious Victorian times. Stunning lobby area. Great breakfast. Helpful staff. Spacious room with plenty of amenities.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Ashton in Makerfield

Reflections from the 19 arch bridge at Carr Mill Dam in St Helens, Merseyside

Billinge

Though Billinge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Three Sisters Racing Circuit and Haydock Park Racecourse.

Billinge

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