Emergency Locksmith
Stepped outside and the door slammed behind you? Left your keys on the kitchen table? We'll be with you in 30 minutes — day or night, 365 days a year.
Emergency Call-OutStanding on your own doorstep at midnight with no way in is not a good feeling. We know — we get the calls. Ashton Lock & Key is your local locksmith in Ashton-in-Makerfield and Wigan, and we're ready when you need us.
30 min
Average response time
4.9★
127+ verified reviews
24/7
Always available
£60+
From (no hidden fees)
✓ No call-out charge · ✓ Fixed price quotes · ✓ Fully insured

Mobile locksmith serving Wigan & Ashton-in-Makerfield
Full locksmith services available — 24/7
From being stuck on your doorstep at midnight to needing a spare key cut on your lunch break — here's how we can help.
Stepped outside and the door slammed behind you? Left your keys on the kitchen table? We'll be with you in 30 minutes — day or night, 365 days a year.
Emergency Call-OutDon't get caught out with only one key. We cut house keys, office keys, padlock keys and more — precision-cut while you wait, usually in under 5 minutes.
Get Keys CutLost your car keys and the dealer wants £300? We replace and programme keys for all makes and models on-site — typically saving you £100–200 compared to main dealer prices.
Replace Car KeysTrusted by hundreds of homeowners and businesses across Wigan.
30-Min Response
Fast emergency arrival
Fully Insured
Public liability covered
Available 24/7
Including bank holidays
Local Expert
Born & bred in Wigan
No Hidden Fees
Upfront, honest pricing
4.9★ Rated
127+ verified reviews
Three simple steps to get you back inside fast.
Ring us on 07309 903243 or send a WhatsApp. You'll speak directly to a locksmith — not a call centre, not a switchboard. Just straight through to someone who can help.
We'll ask about the lock type and where you are, then give you a firm price over the phone. That's what you pay. No surprises when we arrive.
We set off immediately. Most jobs in Ashton-in-Makerfield and central Wigan, we're knocking on your door in under 30 minutes.
Real Google reviews from customers in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, and surrounding areas.
EZ M
Local GuideGeneral
“Friendly & professional guy, very reasonable price accessories & services.”
Ruby Smith
Car Key Fob
“Just dropped in to get a new fob sorted as I'm selling my old car & this guy was so lovely, got it done in like 10 mins and super great price. 10/10 Would recommend.”
Gareth Colquitt
Car Key Fob
“Took my faulty car key fob to Ashton Lock & Key. Sorted in under 10 minutes. This guy is a wizard in his trade. Excellent service and well priced.”
Chris The Length
Local GuideKey Cutting
“Superb, my go to key guy, realistically priced, very personable, and knowledgeable. Highly recommended.”
Ian White
Lock Repair
“10 minutes after putting down the phone, Neal had arrived at my house. Repair done to my front door lock. No fuss, happy with the price and service.”
Antony Atack
General
“Professional fast service. Enquired day 1. Job all sorted day 2. Very happy.”
Alex Smith
Local GuideCar Key Cutting
“Brilliant experience. Had a spare set of keys cut for my car elsewhere and had issues. Neil helped test and try to fix that, and when it wasn't possible he cut another one and kept working through until we could get it working. Really appreciate his patience and a good price too.”
Cecilia Frodsham
Emergency Lockout
“I rang first thing as our front door wouldn't open and within 30 minutes, the gentleman arrived and was able to fix the problem. Excellent.”
thomas berry
General
“Best lock smith in the uk honest and reliable been using neil for 25yrs never I won't use no one else.”
Bone Head
Local GuideKey Cutting
“Needed a 2nd key for my motorbike, sorted in superquick time, at a good price. Highly recommended.”
Craig Storey
Lock Fitting
“Brilliant service, really good quality locks at a decent price and came out within the hour.”
Petr Kretschmer
Car Key Repair
“Amazing service. Fixed my drowned electric car key and asked extremely fair price. Totally recommending to all.”
David
Lock Replacement
“Came out immediately to replace a broken uPVC latch on a Saturday. Nice bloke, professional, knew his stuff, replaced the lock, adjusted the door (which had caused the lock to fail in the first place). Very pleased with the job.”
Brett Fisher
Key Cutting
“Just came with a snapped car key — new key cut in no time, cheap also. Great shop, always helped with any problem.”
Ian Dixon
Local GuideGeneral
“Super customer service and advice.”
Mary Price
Local GuideKey Cutting
“Value for money service, keys working really well.”
Based in Ashton-in-Makerfield (WN4), we cover the whole of Wigan borough and beyond. If you're in the WN postcode area, we can almost certainly reach you.
Ashton-in-Makerfield
Wigan
St Helens
Newton-le-Willows
Leigh
Golborne
Haydock
Billinge
Orrell
Hindley
Abram
Ince-in-Makerfield
Need us urgently? Emergency locksmith Ashton-in-Makerfield is available right now — 24/7, 30-minute response.

Ashton Lock & Key is based right here in Ashton-in-Makerfield. We have a shop on the high street, a fully equipped mobile van, and a team you can actually speak to. When you call, you get the locksmith — not an operator 200 miles away who farms the job out.
That local presence means faster response times, honest prices, and genuine accountability. We're not going anywhere — our reputation depends on every single job.
We're not a call centre. Ashton Lock & Key is a real, local locksmith based right here in Ashton-in-Makerfield — covering the whole WN4 postcode and beyond.
Ashton Lock & Key
Your Local Locksmith
Emergency line always open — including Christmas & bank holidays
Service Radius — 15+ Miles
Based in Ashton-in-Makerfield (WN4). Fast response to all postcodes below.
Got questions? We've got answers. Still unsure? Just give us a call.
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