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Martin & Co Franchisees Acquire Third Branch in North West

Martin & Co franchise owners Peter Mahoney and Craig Wicking have expanded their operations in the North West with the acquisition of Martin & Co Widnes. This marks their third office within the Martin & Co network.

Mahoney and Wicking first joined the franchise in October 2023 through the resale acquisition of Martin & Co Rochdale. Their portfolio grew further in July 2025 with the launch of Martin & Co Leigh, following another acquisition. The addition of the Widnes branch continues their expansion in the region.

The acquisition of Martin & Co Widnes adds to their existing offices in Rochdale and Leigh. According to Wicking, Widnes offers a similar market to their other locations, with strong rental demand and a solid base of landlords.

This development is relevant for letting agents and inventory clerks monitoring franchise growth and market activity in the North West property sector.