Greek Street bridge replacement

We’re replacing the bridge that takes the Greek Street roundabout, in Stockport, over the West Coast main line.

Project timeline

Preparation work began in 2024 and the project will be completed in Spring 2026.

What work is taking place?

We will demolish the current structure, which consists of about 200 concrete beams, along with the road above it. Then, we’ll rebuild it. The new bridge will ensure safer and more reliable train services along the West Coast main line for years to come.

When is the work taking place?

Over Christmas 2024, we built a scaffold bridge to divert the important utilities that ran under the road surface.

From 31 March 2025, the Greek Street roundabout and part of the nearby roads will close for about a year as the main work begins.

You can find information about diversionary routes below.

Over Easter 2025, we will be carrying out work to the railway to prepare for the major work. There will be changes to train services during the Easter bank holiday.

In August 2025, we need to close the railway in Stockport for 21 days. During this time, we will remove the old bridge and install the new one.

We are working closely with our train operating partners and Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM). We aim to clearly explain alternative transport options and will share more information as soon as possible.

There will be more railway work required in October and over Christmas 2025.

In Spring 2026, we will complete the work to reinstate the road over the bridge. The Greek Street roundabout will then reopen.

How will this work affect me?

We are working closely with Stockport Council, Transport for Greater Manchester, and Avanti West Coast. We also collaborate with other industry partners. Our goal is to inform residents, local businesses, and visitors about the impact of the work.

We understand people living in and travelling through Stockport will be concerned about the road closure. Working closely with Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council and Transport for Greater Manchester, we aim to clearly plan and communicate alternative travel options and diversionary routes. We will share this information as soon as possible.

You will be advised on what the work means for you with plenty of time to plan your journey in advance.

Provisional diversionary route maps for the road closures

Why is the work needed?

The original bridge, constructed in 1958, has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced.

The bridge is on the West Coast main line, and sees about 400 passenger and 50 freight services passing under it each day. The replacement has to be carefully planned to make sure these services can continue to run reliably for years to come.

Find out more

We are holding a community information event so you can find out more about the project.

When: 4pm – 7pm, Wednesday 19 March 2025

Where: Our Lady’s Catholic Primary School, Old Chapel Street, Edgeley, SK3 9HX

This is a drop-in event where you can meet members of the project team, see the plans, and ask any questions about the work.

This event is part of our commitment to keep the local community informed. There will be more throughout the project.

Get in touch

For more information or to get in touch with us, please contact us by visiting our contact us page or by calling our 24-hour national helpline on 03457 11 41 41.

We are encouraging local residents to sign up for our digital notifications at networkrail.co.uk/sign-up. We will email you about any upcoming railway work in your area.