Improvements coming to Stalybridge town centre
Work begins on Monday 2 February in Armentieres Square and parts of Trinity Street as part of a major programme to make the town centre greener, safer and more welcoming.
In the first phase beginning 2–9 February
• Full vehicle closures in both directions
• Pedestrian access maintained
• Businesses remain open
• Nearby parking available
• Bus diversions in place
The second phase beginning 9 February through til August 2026
• Traffic becomes one-way northbound through Trinity Street and Armentieres Square
• Southbound traffic will follow diversion routes
The works form part of six priority projects funded through the Government’s Capital Regeneration programme.
Works on Market Street, Armentieres Square, Trinity Street, Grosvenor Square, Corporation Street and Old Town Hall Gardens, upgrading lighting and surfaces to offer safer pedestrian routes and new areas for events and community use.
