Work set to start on more improvements to roads and public spaces in Stalybridge

Work set to start on more improvements to roads and public spaces in Stalybridge

Exciting changes are coming to Stalybridge as work begins on a series of further improvements designed to make the town centre more attractive, accessible, and welcoming for everyone who lives, works, and visits here.

Following feedback from local residents, businesses, and community groups, Tameside Council will start delivering six priority projects funded by the Government’s Capital Regeneration Projects funding. These projects will bring greener spaces, safer pedestrian routes, upgraded lighting, and new areas for events and community activities.

The improvements will focus on:

• Market Street – creating a safer, more pedestrian-friendly route with wider pavements.
• Armentieres Square – revitalising the heart of the town with improved space for play, art, and events with added heritage style lighting and planting.
• Trinity Street – enhancing links and improving traffic flow to the Victoria Market Hall and Astley Cheetham Art Gallery and Library.
• Grosvenor Square – adding greenery and vibrant spaces for people to enjoy.
• Corporation Street – improving footways and connections.
• Old Town Hall Gardens – transforming it into a welcoming green space.

This work builds on improvements already made on the refurbishment of the Victoria Market Hall and events programme that has been successfully running over the last year bringing everything from comedy nights to Candlelit concerts and beaches to the town. There have also been lighting and public realm updates including permanent festoon lighting around Armentieres Square.

Councillor Andrew McLaren, Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Growth, Housing and Homelessness, said: “These projects have been shaped by the local community who have told us what they wanted to see to help transform Stalybridge into a more welcoming and sustainable town for the future. The improvements will support local businesses and create better spaces that people want to spend time in.”

Work will start this month at Old Town Hall Gardens, with further phases continuing throughout 2026. The Council is also working on design plans to improve the Stalybridge War Memorial, ensuring it remains a proud tribute to the town’s heritage.

Residents will be kept informed about any temporary changes to traffic or parking during the works, and regular updates will be shared online.

For more details and updates, visit: www.tameside.gov.uk/stalybridgeregeneration