Swinton Golf Club’s Future in Question | Manchester News

A once-thriving golf course in Swinton, Greater Manchester, now sits idle after closing in 2020—until Wain Estates swoops in with a bold redevelopment plan. They’re proposing half the land as public parkland, affordable housing, senior living, and sports facilities, aiming to submit plans by late 2026. But locals are divided: longtime residents fear traffic and strain on services, while others see potential for first-time buyers—but worry infrastructure can’t handle 700 new homes. Meanwhile, nostalgic golfers push back, demanding the course be restored instead. Wain Estates says they’re listening, with a community consultation ending September 20th, hoping to build a greener, more inclusive future for the area.

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