Work on Deansgate which has seen complaint from frustrated motorists is finally coming to an end say Manchester Council
The works which are intended to improve the environment for pedestrians and cyclists along Deansgate have now been completed.
From tomorrow the newly installed cycle lane and upgraded pedestrian crossings will be fully open to the public, running from the Chester Road roundabout to the junction of Deansgate and Quay Street.
The installation of this infrastructure project – under the banner of the Deansgate and Whitworth Street West Active Travel scheme – now links with the recently completed Manchester to Chorlton Cycleway, creating an entirely segregated cycle route from south Manchester into the heart of the city centre.
The completion of this project also now creates a unified link along the entire length of Deansgate, with infrastructure now mirroring the improvements made to the upper section of the road several years ago.
Discussions are ongoing regarding the final use of the space which runs parallel to Great Northern Warehouse, details which will be made public in due course, however the Council is committed to ensuring that it serves as a beneficial space for the residents and businesses who reside in the area.
