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24/7 Towing & Breakdown Recovery in Runcorn & Widnes

Need a tow truck near you? Fast car & van recovery, jump starts and roadside help across Runcorn & Widnes. Fixed price by phone or WhatsApp — no call-out fee.

5.0Google rated
  • ~30 min average arrival
  • No call-out fee
  • Live tracking on WhatsApp
  • Card accepted
5.0★ GoogleFive-star rated by local drivers
~30 minAverage arrival time
24/7/365Nights, weekends & bank holidays
PAS 43Accredited, licensed & insured
PAS 43 & ISO 9001 accreditedNHSS 17 / 17b accreditedISO 45001 accreditedIVR Group accredited
Runcorn & Widnes

Local breakdown recovery & towing in Runcorn & Widnes

MK Recovery covers Runcorn, Widnes and the whole of Halton 24/7 — Halton Lea, Castlefields, Murdishaw, Sandymoor, Ditton, Hough Green, Hale and everywhere in between.

We regularly attend breakdowns on the Mersey Gateway Bridge approaches, the Runcorn Busway and expressways, the A557 in Widnes and the M56 at Junction 12.

Runcorn and Widnes are around 20–30 minutes from our base via the M56.

Roads we cover

  • M56 (J11–J12)
  • Mersey Gateway Bridge
  • Silver Jubilee Bridge
  • A533
  • A557
  • A562
  • A56

Towing & recovery near you in Runcorn & Widnes

  • Towing in Runcorn, Widnes, Halton and Weston
  • Tow truck near you in Weston Point, Preston Brook, Norton or Castlefields
  • Car recovery and vehicle recovery in Halton Lea, Halton Brook, Beechwood and Windmill Hill
  • Jump starts and battery replacement in Murdishaw, Sandymoor, Palacefields and Higher Runcorn
  • 24/7 breakdown recovery in Clifton, Farnworth, Ditton and Hough Green
  • Roadside assistance and wheel changes in Hale, Hale Bank, Hale Village and Cronton

Broken down in Runcorn & Widnes? Call now for a fixed price.

Call 07396 738541
Our services

Breakdown recovery, towing & jump starts near you in Runcorn & Widnes

Whatever's gone wrong, one call gets a local recovery driver on the way — and you can track us live on WhatsApp. Every job is a fixed price agreed before we set off — no call-out fee, no membership.

Not sure what you need? Call and tell us what's happened — we'll advise you straight away.

Call 07396 738541
Real reviews from real drivers

Rated 5.0★ on Google by local drivers

5.0

Five stars on Google · Read them all

5 out of 5 stars
“Amazing service arrived in 10 minutes at 10:30pm dropped car off at garage and dropped me home.”
Andrew M.Google review · 5 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
“Fantastic service! Came out to recover my vehicle within 20 minutes of sending my text and very reasonable price. Super friendly and took such care on getting my car onto the recovery truck.”
Sue C.Google review · 7 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
“Great price. Such a quick response time after being stuck at the side of a dark dual carriageway. Amazing service. Thank you for your help!”
Deryn B.Google review · 2 months ago

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Why choose MK Recovery

The recovery firm that actually turns up

  • Local, not a call centre

    Based in Ellesmere Port. You speak directly to the recovery team — no premium-rate lines, no being passed around.

  • Average ~30 min arrival

    Customers regularly tell us we arrived in 10, 20 or 30 minutes — often faster than the big breakdown clubs.

  • No call-out fee, fixed price

    We agree the full price by phone or WhatsApp before we set off. What we quote is what you pay.

  • Accredited, licensed & insured

    PAS 43, NHSS 17/17b, ISO 9001 & ISO 45001 certified and IVR Group members. Fully licensed and insured.

  • Live tracking on WhatsApp

    Watch our truck head to you in real time on WhatsApp — then get a photo when your vehicle is dropped off.

  • Pay how you like

    Card, cash or bank transfer. No membership or subscription needed.

MK Recovery branded truck carrying a blue Lexus
Fully licensed & insured

Accredited to the industry's highest standards

Independent, UKAS-accredited certification means our team, equipment and procedures are audited for safe vehicle recovery — including on high-speed roads.

PAS 43 & ISO 9001 certification
PAS 43 & ISO 9001Safe vehicle recovery & quality management — UKAS accredited
NHSS 17 / 17b certification
NHSS 17 / 17bNational Highways sector scheme for vehicle recovery
ISO 45001 certification
ISO 45001Health & safety management — UKAS accredited
IVR Group certification
IVR GroupInstitute of Vehicle Recovery
FAQs

Towing & breakdown recovery in Runcorn & Widnes — FAQs

How quickly can you get to me in Runcorn & Widnes?

Runcorn and Widnes are around 20–30 minutes from our base via the M56. Call 07396 738541 and we'll confirm your ETA and keep you updated.

Do you cover all of Runcorn & Widnes?

Yes — including Runcorn, Widnes, Halton, Weston, Weston Point, Preston Brook, Norton, Castlefields and the surrounding area, 24 hours a day.

Is there a tow truck near me in Runcorn & Widnes?

Yes — our recovery trucks cover Runcorn & Widnes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 07396 738541 and we'll share our driver's live location on WhatsApp so you can watch us arrive.

How much does car recovery cost in Runcorn & Widnes?

Every job is priced individually based on your location, vehicle and where it needs to go. Prices depend on things like time of day and distance, so we give you a fixed price by phone or WhatsApp before we set off — no call-out fee and no hidden extras. Customers regularly tell us we're cheaper than other quotes.

Can you recover my car from the M56?

Yes. We cover M56 (J11–J12), Mersey Gateway Bridge, Silver Jubilee Bridge, A533, A557, A562, A56. Get yourself to safety first — if you're in a live lane or in danger, call 999 — then call us.

Do I need breakdown cover or a membership?

No. MK Recovery is pay-as-you-go — no membership, no subscription. Perfect if you don't have cover, your cover has lapsed, or your provider can't get to you quickly.

Broken down in Runcorn & Widnes? We're on our way.

Local recovery drivers on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Fixed price by phone or WhatsApp, no call-out fee, average arrival ~30 min.

Call 24/7 — 07396 738541