Take a look at our proposals for improving cycling and walking.
The Leigh scheme aims to improve road safety by providing more crossings and junction improvements and create safer, more welcoming spaces outside the schools at peak times.
The scheme proposals include:
- New crossings on Twist Lane and Kirkhall Lane
- Traffic calming on Walmesley Road, Windermere Road, and Boughey Street
- School Street on Windermere Road
- Area-wide enhancement such as dropped kerbs, pavement improvements and greening.
To see further information including scheme proposals and latest updates about the Traffic Reduction Scheme, please see below:
This scheme will provide improved links between Atherton Train Station, Shakerley, Tyldesley town centre and the guided busway.
Proposals will include measures to make the rail station easier to access on foot and by bike from the neighbouring residential areas of Shakerley and Tyldesley. The scheme will also increase the opportunity for local sustainable travel to wider destinations, with rail connections to larger towns and cities including Manchester, Leeds, and Wigan.
Key features and elements of the proposed scheme include:
- New and improved crossings on Bolton Road and Lancaster Avenue
- Improved off-road facilities on Shakerley Lane, including widening the path, resurfacing, and lighting
- Quiet Streets route along Lancaster Avenue – with traffic calming features, road lining and signage
- Improved off-road facilities across ‘The Common’ from York Avenue to Poplar Street, included widening the path, resurfacing, and lighting
- New and improved crossings on Shuttle Street and Manchester Road.
Have your say
In order to develop scheme proposals, a four-week public consultation will commence from Monday 26th February until Friday 22nd March 2024.
To see further information including scheme proposals and latest updates about the Atherton and Tyldesley Links North scheme, please see below:
The scheme focuses on areas close the town centre providing improved routes and crossings to begin building a walking and cycling network.
The scheme proposals include the installation of new crossing facilities on Bolton Road, close to the junction with Orchard Street and Liverpool Road close to the junction of St. Oswalds Road. We also propose improvements to the on-road and off-road paths linking local schools close to Liverpool Road. The scheme will make it easier and safer for school children and residents to walk, wheel and cycle.
Ashton Sustainable Travel Routes aim to:
- Reduce severance on some of the busy roads.
- Improve existing and providing new off-road routes.
- Upgrading the quality and status of footpaths to provide use for all.
- Create a safer and more attractive environment for walking by providing new crossing points.
- Designating new quiet streets
- Increase the opportunity for local sustainable travel.
- Improve access to local trip attractors.
This scheme will also complement wider improvement works being caried out in Ashton Town Centre. The project includes improvements to public realm, a refresh for the town’s Market Square, improved pedestrian routes, shop front regeneration and public artwork.
Have your say
In order to develop scheme proposals, a four-week public consultation will commence from Monday 26th February until Friday 22nd March 2024.
To see further information including scheme proposals and latest updates about the Ashton Sustainable Travel Links scheme visit Participate (external link).
View You said, We listened in relation to the scheme proposals.
Lane Head Air Quality Improvements Scheme
- Installation of New Traffic Signals - New northbound traffic signals on Winwick Lane to prevent harmful emissions from waiting vehicles being directly in front of properties.
- Pedestrian Crossing Facilities - Three new controlled crossing facilities at the Newton Road junction to improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians.
View the plan for the proposed changes
Works are planned to take place in Autumn 2025, subject to securing delivery funding.
Funding source
City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) funding will be used to deliver the project. In 2022 Greater Manchester received £1.07bn in CRSTS funding to help reduce emissions by improving transport and enhancing services and areas.
Why we are doing the scheme
The primary focus of this scheme is to improve air quality along Winwick Lane. By reducing harmful emissions from waiting vehicles and enhancing pedestrian safety, we aim to create a safer, more welcoming environment for residents.
Monitoring and Evaluation
To ensure the success of the scheme, we will monitor traffic data and air quality levels before and after implementation. This will help us measure the impact of the improvements.
Engagement
We are committed to engaging with the community to ensure the scheme meets local needs and addresses concerns. Public consultations will be held to gather feedback and inform the project plan. All affected residents and businesses will be contacted prior to any construction work starting,
Leigh Regeneration Project - Market Place
Project 1(a) - B5215 Market Place - Proposals
The Leigh Regeneration Project is set to transform Leigh, with a range of projects planned.
As the Civic Square breathes a new lease of life into the heart of the town centre, there are plans to complement the space on the adjacent road Market Place (B5215) between the junctions of Lord Street and Church Street.
With revived Civic quarter (Square, Turnpike and Library) offering a more flexible and diverse space for cultural and community events, the road element of the square provides cohesion making it safer and easier for pedestrians to access and spend time in the area.
Status
Design work is currently ongoing with a view to engage with residents and businesses on the scheme soon.
Next steps
This page will be updated at key milestones to keep residents, businesses and partners informed of scheme progress.