B&Q Wigan: Store Hours, Address, News & Discounts

Frith Street has been a go-to spot for Wigan DIYers for years, but lately the neighbourhood around B&Q has felt more like a construction site than a quiet retail lane. A new Aldi is rising at Saddle Junction, and B&Q’s parent company Kingfisher has announced it may close up to 22 stores across the UK. Whether you’re after a specific screw size or just want to know if your local B&Q is on borrowed time, here’s the picture as it stands.

Location: Frith Street, Wigan, WN5 0XN · Phone: 01942 821567 · Website: www.diy.com/store/1207 · Parent Company: Kingfisher · Nearby Development: New Aldi at Saddle Junction

The table below summarises the key operational details for the Frith Street B&Q.

What are they building near B&Q in Wigan?

The landscape on Frith Street is shifting. A new Aldi store is under construction at Saddle Junction, the area just off the main road that feeds past the B&Q car park. Social media footage from local residents shows groundwork well underway, with the discount chain’s distinctive signage not yet erected but the footprint clearly visible.

New Aldi at Saddle Junction

Aldi’s expansion into Wigan isn’t limited to Saddle Junction. The chain already operates a store in nearby Ashton-in-Makerfield on Wigan Road, postcode WN4 9ST, which runs Monday to Saturday from 08:00 to 22:00 and Sundays from 10:00 to 16:00. That existing location offers award-winning wines and Specially Selected premium products alongside fresh fruit and vegetables at everyday prices, according to Aldi’s own marketing.

Frith Street changes

The B&Q store itself has been part of the local DIY landscape for years. The Frith Street location sits in Greater Manchester and carries the full range you’d expect from a B&Q: tools, building materials, paint, garden supplies, and more. B&Q stocks thousands of DIY products across its store network, and the Wigan branch participates in the company’s community re-use scheme, making it a resource beyond pure retail.

Why is B&Q closing down?

Kingfisher, the parent company that owns B&Q, has announced plans to close up to 22 stores across the UK estate, according to Estates Gazette. The announcement triggered concern among local shoppers, but the specific list of affected stores has not been published in full.

Closure of up to 22 stores

The B&Q estate currently numbers more than 300 stores nationwide. Kingfisher’s closure programme represents a significant contraction — roughly 7% of the estate — driven by shifting consumer habits, online competition, and the performance challenges that have hit big-box DIY in recent years. The exact criteria for which stores make the list remain undisclosed publicly.

Impact on Wigan store

Whether the Frith Street branch is among those earmarked for closure is unclear at the time of writing. Kingfisher has not confirmed the Wigan store’s status, and local management has not issued a public statement. What is certain is that the surrounding area is changing: the incoming Aldi will alter foot traffic patterns regardless of what happens to B&Q.

The implication: Wigan shoppers should treat this as a watch item. The store is open and trading normally, but its long-term future is not guaranteed.

B&Q Wigan store details

For those planning a visit, the Frith Street B&Q is straightforward to reach. Here’s what you need to know before heading out.

Opening hours

The store operates Monday through Saturday from 07:00 to 20:00, giving early risers a solid window before most other Wigan retailers open. Sunday hours are reduced to 10:00–16:00, which is standard for large-format DIY shops across the UK. These hours come from the store’s published schedule and are subject to change on public holidays.

Postcode and address

The store is located at Frith Street, Wigan, WN5 0XN, in Greater Manchester. The phone number is 01942 821567, and the official store page at diy.com/store/1207 carries the most current information including any temporary changes.

Online shopping

B&Q offers a Click + Collect service across its store network, and the Wigan branch participates. You can order online at DIY.com and collect from the Frith Street counter, which is useful for items you need quickly but don’t want to search aisle-by-aisle. The company also stocks thousands of DIY supplies online and provides hundreds of help and advice articles for customers undertaking their own projects.

B&Q also provides an online store finder tool at diy.com/find-a-store, which lets you check stock availability before visiting. For Wigan specifically, the tool will confirm whether the Frith Street branch has your needed items in stock.

What day is the B&Q senior discount?

B&Q has offered discount schemes for older shoppers over the years, but specifics have shifted as promotional strategies change. The exact current offer — whether a specific 10% pensioner discount is still running and on which day — was not confirmed in available public sources at time of publication.

Pensioner 10% off details

Historically, B&Q ran a “B&Q for All” programme that included a 10% discount for seniors on certain days, often midweek. However, retail discount offers change frequently, and some community programmes have been scaled back or replaced. The safest approach is to check directly with the Frith Street store on arrival or call 01942 821567 to confirm the current policy before making a special journey.

What to watch: if the Aldi at Saddle Junction opens before a confirmed senior discount programme is confirmed at B&Q, Wigan pensioners on a budget may find their shopping habits shifting toward the discount grocer — and away from the DIY aisle.

Are Screwfix and B&Q related?

This comes up often, and the answer is yes — but with an important caveat. Both B&Q and Screwfix are owned by Kingfisher, the same parent company that operates the B&Q brand across more than 300 UK stores.

Screwfix Wigan location

Screwfix operates as a separate retail brand focused on trade professionals and serious DIYers. It stocks a narrower but deeper range of tools, fixings, and hardware compared to B&Q’s broader home improvement offering. Locating a specific Screwfix branch in Wigan requires checking Screwfix’s own store finder, as no Wigan-specific data appeared in the research for this article.

Ownership

Kingfisher acquired Screwfix and has kept it as a distinct subsidiary. The two brands share ownership but operate independently in terms of product range, store format, and pricing. If you’re looking for a tool B&Q doesn’t carry, Screwfix is the first place to check — and vice versa for household basics and garden supplies.

“Our store is respected in the community for providing great advice and a resource for all. From our community re-use scheme to volunteering.”

— B&Q Wigan store management (Neighbourly)

“Grab a bite or do the big shop without breaking the bank. Expect the freshest fruit and veg, award-winning wines and Specially Selected premium products, all at everyday prices.”

— ALDI Ashton-in-Makerfield (ALDI UK)

For Wigan residents, the next few months will determine whether Frith Street stays a one-stop DIY destination or joins the list of familiar names that quietly close. The Aldi construction site next door is the most concrete sign of change on the ground right now — but the bigger question mark is over B&Q itself. If you rely on the Frith Street store, worth checking stock online or calling ahead before assuming it will be there next time you need a bag of cement or a pack of screws.